Position Type

Volunteer Board Position

Reports To

Board of Directors

About True To You

True To You is a purpose-driven charity supporting women and girls through education, awareness, prevention, personal development and community initiatives.

We are seeking a Public Officer to support the Board in maintaining strong governance practices, organisational records and regulatory compliance obligations as the charity continues to grow.

This is an important Board position that helps ensure the organisation remains accountable, organised and compliant with its reporting obligations.

Purpose of the Role

The Public Officer acts as the official point of contact for regulatory and governance matters and supports the Board in maintaining accurate records, governance documentation and organisational compliance requirements.

This role works collaboratively with the Board and provides administrative and governance support to help ensure the organisation operates effectively and meets its obligations.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory & Compliance Support

• Act as the designated Public Officer for the organisation.
• Receive and manage official correspondence from relevant regulatory bodies.
• Assist in ensuring required reporting obligations are completed and submitted on time.
• Support the Board in maintaining accurate organisational records.

Governance Administration

• Maintain current records of Directors and Board appointments.
• Ensure key organisational information remains accurate and up to date.
• Support the preparation and maintenance of governance documentation.
• Assist with maintaining governance and compliance records.

Board Support

• Attend Board meetings quarterly and management meetings as required.
• Assist with the recording and storage of Board meeting minutes and resolutions.
• Maintain an organised repository of Board documentation.
• Support communication between the Board and relevant external stakeholders where required.

Records Management

Maintain and safeguard key organisational records, including:

• Constitution and governing documents
• Board meeting minutes
• Board resolutions
• Governance policies and procedures
• Regulatory correspondence
• Compliance and reporting records

Preferred Skills & Experience

We welcome applications from individuals with experience in:

• Governance administration
• Board or committee participation
• Company secretarial support
• Executive or administrative support
• Not-for-profit organisations
• Legal administration
• Corporate administration
• Public sector administration

Essential Skills

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Reliable and accountable.
• Ability to manage documentation and records effectively.
• Comfortable working with a Board of Directors.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience on a Board, committee or not-for-profit organisation.
• Understanding of governance and board processes.
• Familiarity with charity reporting requirements.
• Experience preparing meeting agendas, minutes or governance documentation.

Personal Attributes

The successful applicant will be:

• Passionate about supporting women and girls.
• Professional and dependable.
• Well organised and detail oriented.
• Collaborative and respectful.
• Committed to ethical and accountable practices.
• Comfortable working independently when required.

Time Commitment

• Attend Board and Management meetings.
• Assist with governance and administrative activities throughout the year.
• Flexible volunteer position.

Why Join True To You?

This is an opportunity to contribute your skills to a growing charity and help strengthen the foundations that allow meaningful community impact to occur.

Your contribution will support the Board and help ensure the organisation remains well organised, accountable and positioned for future growth.

To submit your application please click 'Apply Now' by the closing date.