Board Secretary Special Projects & Governance
Board Secretary Special Projects & Governance
About the role
The Board Secretary works closely with the CEO (and at times Chair, Board Trustees and Directors) in providing governance and administrative leadership and support for the Board of Directors for Auckland City Mission Group and sub-committees.
The Board Secretary will provide and maintain Board meeting schedules, agenda and minutes and manage the Board reporting in readiness for all Board meetings.
The Board Secretary will take on special governance projects related to the Board Reporting cycle including supporting the annual Business Plan, Prioritisation and Budgeting processes. Time permitting, this role will also potentially involve projects focused on lifting organisational performance and strengthening strategic alignment.
We value learning and growth. You will be supported on your unique journey through mentoring and on the job development as part of the wider Mission community committed to meaningful, values-led work.
What you will be doing
- Coordinate and prepare meeting schedules, agendas, and board packs in collaboration with the CEO.
- Attend Board and committee meetings, record accurate minutes and distribute in a timely manner.
- Ensure the organisation meets all statutory and regulatory filing requirements (Companies Office, Charities Services).
- Serve as a primary point of contact for Board members on administrative and governance matters.
- Advise/lead an initiative to move onto a new Board platform.
What we are looking for
- Proven experience in a Board Secretary or senior governance support role.
- Capacity to demonstrate through actions commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the Mission’s values of Manaakitanga, Atawhai, Rangapū and Mana Tika, Mana Ōrite.
- Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic and complex environment
- High level of discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information.
- Project Management skills.
We recognize that skills, experience and knowledge can be gained in a number of ways. This may include paid or voluntary work, experience undertaken through your church, marae, iwi or whānau responsibilities, or other community roles.
What we offer
- Opportunities to strengthen cultural connection through weekly Kapa Haka, waiata, and monthly romiromi.
- Access to EAP & external supervision.
- “Mission Leave” provides an opportunity to focus on wellbeing along with annual and sick leave.
- Tangihanga leave.
- Access to sick leave from your 1st day of employment.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Staff discounts at Auckland City Mission Op Shops and Pharmacy.
- Access to low cost, fresh produce through the Mission Grocer.
- Convenient access to public transport and discounted parking options.
- Opportunities for career progression within the Mission.
About the Organisation
Auckland City Mission – Te Tāpui Atawhai works alongside people in Tāmaki Makaurau facing poverty, homelessness, hunger, and isolation.
With over 100 years of service, we deliver integrated support across housing, food, health and recovery, supporting tens of thousands of Aucklanders every year. Our work is grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi and guided by our values; Manaakitanga, Rangapū, Atawhai, and Manatika/Mana Ōrite.
We believe in people, collective responsibility, and hope - and invite those who share our values to join us.
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