2364 days ago

Board Members Wanted: Bayview Community Centre

Shelley from Bayview

BOARD MEMBERS WANTED: Nominations are now open for the 2019/2020 term of the Bayview Community Centre Governance Board. If you'd like to be involved in steering the strategic direction of the Centre and have experience in governance, human resources, finances, funding or none of the above but you're passionate about our community and would love to learn, please email me shelleyjpilkington@gmail.com or phone 021 172 7110 to find out more.

The following positions are open for re-election at our AGM on Tuesday, 22 October 2019 (nominations close Tues, 15 October):

* GENERAL BOARD MEMBERS (5 positions): Commitment is one evening meeting a month with a requirement to read reports beforehand, respond to occasional emails and attend occasional adhoc meetings.

In addition to above responsibilities, Board Executive positions are ($50/meeting gratuity applies):

* SECRETARY: Compiles agenda, takes minutes of monthly meeting, receives and sends very occasional correspondence to/from the Board.

* TREASURER: Oversees preparation of monthly reports and presents to the Board, oversees budget and ensures accurate financial accounting, liaise with staff and auditors. Hours count towards CPD.

* CHAIRPERSON: Organises and facilitates meetings, team building, maintains stakeholder relationships, ensures Board adheres to the agreed strategic direction and focuses on good governance.

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