About Climate for Change

Climate for Change (C4C) is a volunteer-powered not-for-profit with a mission to create the social mandate in Australia for effective action on climate change.

Although the majority of Australians are concerned about climate change and want the government to take significant action, many people feel alone in their concerns, disconnected from communities taking action, and unable to influence systemic change.

Through our Climate Conversations framework, we build support for climate action in strategic communities and across the country. We engage and activate people across demographics, across the political divide and in both regional and urban communities. C4C equips people with tools, resources, and a sense of agency, so they are motivated to engage with their networks in meaningful conversations, and build climate action communities. Through peer-to-peer engagement, community building and climate and democracy education, C4C nurtures a network of informed and active citizens to empower climate action.

Further information is available at our website: climateforchange.org.au.

We’re seeking 4 individuals who share our vision and values and with either of the following skills and experiences to join our board:

• Human resources and people management
• Fundraising / philanthropy
• Company secretarial
• Treasurer

Please note If your professional experience doesn’t fall into the above categories, but you have skills and experiences that you think might be beneficial to C4C, we recommend that you submit an application.

About the Board

The board plays a key role in the governance of the organisation, serving as the guardian of C4C’s mission and values while ensuring compliance with relevant statutory laws and regulations, and effective risk management.

As a board member you will be responsible for:

• Development of a strategy that aligns with C4C’s vision and values
• Maintaining compliance with relevant statutory laws and regulations
• Ensuring strong financial management of C4C’s finances
• Supporting C4C’s programs through direct involvement, fundraising and ambassadorship
• Providing staff with support, guidance and feedback
• Consistent attendance and active engagement at board meetings (virtual)
• Timely engagement with online communications

According to our rules, board members are required to be financial members of C4C, membership fees are $48 per year.

About You

• Passionate about tackling climate change and environmental sustainability
• Strive to work with humility and integrity
• An appreciation of the challenges of smaller not-for-profit organisations
• A willingness to go above and beyond
• A basic understanding of accounting and finance concepts
• Networks useful to the development and growth of C4C

About the Commitment

• A minimum 2 year term
• On average 12-15 hours per month, including induction, meetings and important events
• Active participation on at least one of the board’s sub-committees

Company Secretary Key Responsibilities

• Working with the Chair to administer an effective Board
• Advising the board and subcommittees on governance matters
• Organising and managing board processes including meetings, documentation, and records
• Assuring the timely lodgement of statutory reporting requirements
• Preparing all necessary documentation for AGM’s and special meetings as required
• Ensuring that Board Directors are aware of and supported to fullfil their duties

Company Secretary Key Selection Criteria

Key Selection Criteria in addition to board member criteria:

• Prior experience with NFP governance
• Prior experience as a Company Secretary (preferred)
• Relevant tertiary qualification (governance, law or similar)

Treasurer Key Responsibilities

• Working with an accountant (volunteer) and a bookkeeper (staff member) to prepare an overview financial report for each board meeting (P&L, Balance sheet, other specific reports as required)
• Meeting monthly with C4C’s bookkeeper to review accounting records
• Reviewing general ledger reconciliations, and preparing BAS and other statutory filing, ensuring compliance for external reporting purpose
• Preparing end of year financial report
• Development and updating of key finance-related policies and procedures
• Advising the board and subcommittees on financial matters

Treasurer Key Selection Criteria

Key Selection Criteria in addition to board member criteria:

• Prior experience with NFP governance;
• Prior experience as a Company Treasurer (preferred)
• Experience using small business accounting software (preferably Xero)
• A strong understanding of payroll, superannuation, GST and generally accepted accounting standards
• Relevant tertiary qualification (finance, accounting or similar);

Applications

Climate for Change is committed to building a diverse board. We strongly encourage applicants from a diverse range of genders, cultures, language groups, abilities, and experiences to apply.

To express your interest in this position, please complete the application form by clicking 'Apply Now'. Interviews will be conducted virtually on the evening of 28 October 2024.

If you are approved by the board, your nomination will be put forward for election at the Annual General Meeting on 25 November 2024.

If you have any questions about this position or the application process, please email [email protected], using the subject line: Board Members - Company Secretary / Treasurer (Voluntary) - Flexible Location enquiry via EthicalJobs.