Organisation : Earthwatch Institute Australia
Location : Melbourne (Melbourne )
Time required : Board meetings generally take place once per quarter and approximately 3 hours in length. There is some time required quarterly for the preparation of agendas & the collation of minutes and also annually for the AGM.
Duration of project : Ongoing, a minimum of 3 years is ideal
Sector : Conservation & Environment, Social Enterprise
Application closing date : 1 Feb, 2022
About the role
This role will include:
Board Meetings
- Coordinate the Board and subcommittee meetings calendar
- Attend 4-5 board meetings per year
- Prepare Board meeting papers in collaboration with the Leadership team
- Minute the meetings and circulate to all Directors
- Assist in OnBoarding new Board members
Annual General Meeting
- Prepare for the Annual General Meeting in collaboration with the Leadership team
- Call the AGM and provide the AGM notice to members
- Minute the AGM and circulate to all Directors
Governance
- Lodge the Annual Information Statement
- General checking and advice on compliance with ACNC, ASIC, ATO and fundraising licencing.
- Support the Chair and Directors in the conduct of meetings and their directorial and governance obligations and responsibilities
About the organisation
Earthwatch is a global environmental charity aiming to create a society that lives in balance with nature by empowering people to save the natural world. We're all about empowering people to take action in key areas where we can have the most impact: to keep ahead of climate change, save the reef and oceans, restore our iconic landscapes and protect our unique wildlife. Central to our approach is the use of citizen science, where people from all walks of life gather critical scientific data to generate environmental insights, inform future policy and motivate long-term behaviour change.
Find our more here. Information about our Team and Board Members can be viewed here
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this volunteering opportunity.
Please quote in application: Company Secretary via Pro Bono Australia.
