Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 23rd Apr 2024
The Children's Book Council of Australia (CBCA) is a not for profit, volunteer run organisation which aims to engage the community with literature for young Australians. The CBCA presents the Book of the Year Awards to books of literary merit, for their outstanding contribution to Australian children's literature.
Established in 1945, the Children’s Book Council of Australia was founded at a time when Australian children’s books were few, and Australian authors and illustrators were virtually unknown. In 1946 the CBCA established annual book awards to promote books of high literary and artistic quality. These awards are now the most influential and highly respected in Australia.
Each year, across Australia, the CBCA brings children and books together celebrating CBCA Book Week. Throughout the year, the CBCA works in partnership with authors, illustrators, publishers, booksellers and other organisations in the children’s literary space to bring words, images and stories into the hearts and minds of children and adults.
The CBCA is made up of state branches, that work to promote literature and literacy in their state. The branches each send a representative to the judging panel for the CBCA Book of the Year Awards.
Ability to provide first-rate administrative support for the efficient running of the virtual office and support for the National Board.
A friendly and professional self-starter with strong people skills to liaise with the public, the National Board, the Branches, paid staff, contractors and volunteers.
Coordinate National Board reporting including arranging teleconference meetings, agenda preparation, scribing minutes and necessary follow-up of meetings, together with completing annual regulatory responsibilities.