Secretary to the Board of Trustees
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Opportunity Description
Do you have great organisational skills and an eye for detail? Are you looking for a rewarding way to give back to your community? Arleston Community Centre is seeking a volunteer Secretary to join our Board of Trustees.
Arleston Community Centre is a registered charity and a volunteer managed community centre in the heart of Arleston, Wellington. We are committed to providing a warm, welcoming, safe, and friendly community facility to serve the needs of our friendly and diverse community.
As Secretary, you will play a vital role in helping the Centre run smoothly, ensuring our board meetings are well-organised and that our governance responsibilities are met. This is a fantastic opportunity to use your skills to support a local charity that provides activities, events, and services for people of all ages in Arleston and beyond.
What the role involves:
Preparing and circulating agendas, papers, and minutes for trustee meetings
Keeping accurate records and ensuring legal/charity requirements are met.
Acting as the main point of contact for trustee correspondence
Supporting the Chair and trustees in carrying out their responsibilities.
What you will gain:
The chance to make a real difference in your community.
Experience in charity governance and administration
The opportunity to meet new people and develop your skills.
Requirements
What we are looking for:
Good communication and organisational skills
Basic IT skills (email, Word/Google Docs)
Reliability and a willingness to commit a few hours per month.
No previous trustee experience needed – training and support will be provided.
More Info
If you’d like to get involved and help shape the future of Arleston Community Centre, we’d love to hear from you!
