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NFP Governance in 2022 (Panel Discussion)

Exploring The Future of Governance in the NFP Sector In this session the panel will explore and discuss: The evolving shape of NFP Governance in 2022 and beyond. The evolving expectations that Stakeholders, Funders, Regulators and society have of NFP Directors. How NFP Directors can position their organisation to flourish in the future. Tapping into their extensive NFP experience, the panellists will include discussion on a range of pressing issues identified by themselves and webinar attendees.

What is a Director Identification Number?

The Australian Government is working to modernise the Australian Business Register. As part of this project, as of November 1st 2021, The Australian Government has introduced the Director Identification Number (DIN) system. Table of Contents What is a Director ID? What are Director IDs For? Why have Director IDs been introduced? Why do I need a Director ID? What is the format of a Director ID? Who needs a Director ID?

Directors Duties - Do they ever end?

This webinar will be a great refresher for experienced directors and essential viewing for new or aspiring directors. Victor will discuss the duties imposed by law on Directors and Committee Members. Being a volunteer is not an excuse! The webinar will cover practical tips on how a Director can fulfil their duties and protect themselves from potential personal liability. In this webinar you will learn about: Directors’ and Committee Members’ duties to their organisations (both companies limited by guarantee and incorporated associations).

Transitioning from Director to Chair

Establishing your board career is challenging and securing your first chair role even more so. What do you need to know, what additional skills do you require, and what pathways are available? The role of the chair is challenging, so how do you ensure you lead effectively to ensure your board is high performing? Traditionally the chair’s role has been to lead meetings, ensuring correct protocols are followed. Today however, the chair’s role has become significantly broader, both inside and outside the organisation.

The Chair-CEO Relationship Roundtable

The Chair-CEO Relationship: The struggle between constants & variables in uncertain times The CEO-Chair relationship is a huge determinant of organisational culture and sustainability in times of uncertainty. As the not for profit sector strives for balance between managing constant business disruptions and building sustainable future-focussed organisations, we have been challenged in ways that none of us could have imagined. Strategic priorities have been re-assessed, and the leadership strength and dynamic of the CEO-Chair relationship has been tested.

The Role of the Board in Not-for-Profit Strategic Planning

While the constitutions and governance charters of many not-for-profit organisations give responsibility for the development of a strategic plan to the Board of Directors, there is precious little advice about exactly how Board’s should approach this critical task. Can the Board delegate responsibility for strategic planning to management? Or, must it be integrally involved in its development? Do the director’s views alone determine the strategic direction or do they have an obligation to reach out to members and stakeholders to inform their views?

Board Performance – The difference you make

As the primary governance body of an organisation, Boards have a critical role to play in setting strategy, managing risk and monitoring the performance of the organisation. But how do Directors honestly assess their own performance as individuals and the Board as a collective? Good boards in bad times … and bad boards in good times Functioning as a team Do you have the right skills around the table Tough conversations

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How to Handle Conflicts of Interest On Your Not-for-profit Board

Conflicts of interest are likely to arise in any not-for-profit organisation. How you manage them can improve or damage your organisation’s reputation. A conflict of interest arises when the interests of a not-for-profit organisation’s leadership, or their friends or family, conflicts with the best interests of the organisation. The three prongs to handling conflicts of interest are: identifying them, putting steps in place to prevent them, and managing them well when they arise.

Running Your AGM - Lessons and upgrades for 2021

Is your organisation prepared for its 2021 AGM? From service delivery to collaboration and communication, the Covid pandemic has immeasurably changed the way not for profit organisations operate. During the past two years, Boards and committees have also had to adapt to new norms. As we head towards AGM season many boards and committees will be facing the prospect of running a virtual or hybrid AGM. Whether it is your first year or second year running, the lessons learnt from organisations in 2020 can give us hope that everything will be alright as long as we have a plan.