Expressions of Interest: Re-Source Charitable Trust Board has a vacancy for Board Secretary
We are seeking Expressions of Interest from people who embrace our purpose of re-homing, re-purposing, and re-pairing donated items to the community through our Partner Network to support community wellbeing and reduce landfill waste.
At the heart of what we do at Re-Source
Through our established Partner Network we connect donated items directly with community needs. This has the dual purpose of supporting whanau well-being and preventing waste from ending up in landfills.
We have been operating successfully for over 3 years and now we are entering a new exciting phase with the energy, skills, and future focus needed to deliver on the organisation’s vision.
Are you a good fit?
We are a skills-based volunteer Board seeking committed and passionate Trustees with the capacity to complement and strengthen the current expertise on our Board.
We welcome people who have a can-do attitude and experience and/or a willingness to learn and challenge others and themselves. We seek effective leadership, innovative thinking, and inclusive behaviours to achieve successful implementation of the organisation’s strategy.
The Board recognises the importance of diversity and getting the right mix of skills around the table. This is critical for the ongoing sustainability, growth, and success of Re-Source to deliver its service to some of our most at-need communities.
Board Secretary Vacancy
This position is for a Board Secretary. It is an unpaid role. This is a vital role for the Board as we develop and expand our good governance practices, systems, and processes.
The company secretary is the administrator of the board and ensures that the board functions efficiently and in accordance with relevant legal and other requirements.
If you have experience as a Board Secretary or are highly organised and would like to learn new skills, we are seeking someone who can take responsibility for:
The Secretary assists the chair with the organisation of papers, meetings, induction of new directors, and other duties to ensure the smooth running of a Board
Ensuring adherence to our Vision, Mission, Charitable Purpose, Values, and Key Board Functions
Ensure that appropriate governance guidelines and rules are in place for operational efficiencies
Preferably governance experience in a dynamic and aspirational environment
If you have governance experience, a passion for the environment, and providing support to the community with a willingness to learn and challenge others and yourselves then we would love to hear from you and invite you to submit your expression of interest by completing the form below. Please also email your CV, cover letter, or any additional supporting documentation to the Chair chair@re-source.co.nz
"They supply quality donations to community and Social Workers who pass the goods on to their clients. This targets the most vulnerable in our community and greatly increases their access to support."
- Ministry of Social Development
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