Board and Secretariat Advisor

Number of Positions Available:
1

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The role

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to support the smooth operation of the Board of The Salvation Army (TSA) and its Committees.

The role supports the Secretary to the Property Trusts (TSA Company Secretary equivalent) and would be suitable for a person with demonstrated experience with Governance Boards or extensive executive administration and/or legal experience in Board administration.

Responsibilities:

• Preparation, maintenance and collation of all board and relevant committee agendas, minutes and related papers
• Support the Secretary to the Property Trusts in providing specialist advice to Board and Committee members on the impact of changes to legislative and other governance requirements relevant to TSA
• Develop, review and amend Board and Committee administration policies and procedures on a regular basis to ensure they comply with statutory and regulatory requirements
• Manage protected disclosures under direction from the Secretary to the Property Trusts
• Maintain a Board Calendar and manage the Secretariat Mailbox
• Manage all relationships with external stakeholders i.e., ASIC, State/Territory Governments for problem solving issues in relation to Trustee matters
• Assist with the recruitment and induction of new Board and Committee members into TSA and assist in their ongoing professional development
• Respond to any adhoc and general enquires to board members and board related matters

About You

You will work well as part of a team, prioritise work with mínimal supervision and build strong partnering relationships with the Executive Leadership Team.

You will have excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) and can work well under pressure to strict deadlines. Please note that some travel will be required.

Key to your success you will have

• Values aligned to the mission of TSA
• Respectful of spiritual beliefs and practices of others
• Demonstrated experience with Governance Boards and senior management with demonstrated experience in leadership, influencing and relationship management at senior levels of organisations, government agencies and partners (ideally 7 years' experience)
• Demonstrated knowledge of ASIC and ACNC regulations, Australian Charity, and Company Law in terms of governance and risk and the regulatory environment including familiarity with obligations imposed by the _Corporations Act 2001_ (Cth)
• A tertiary degree or formal training relating to Governance, or a related discipline will be highly regarded

What we offer

As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as

• NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)
• Health, fitness, financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefit

Employee Assistance Program

• Independent confidential counselling service
• Opportunity for career development
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate, and professional team members
• Flexible / hybrid WFH conditions
• Paid parental leave 12 weeks

HOW TO APPLY

• The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. _
• We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. W_
• The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check._
• We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration_

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