Compiling a board manual
A board manual is not only a useful tool for the board's induction process but can also serve as a…
Recruitment and induction
Help sheets
Developing an effective induction process
It is important to start your board's relationship with a new member on a positive note. Some…
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Filling the gaps in your board
Many groups, in their eagerness - or desperation - to gather new board members don't do the…
Help sheet: It’s time to act to save our volunteers
Our Community’s newest study of the impact of COVID-19 on not-for-profits shows that volunteering…
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How to screen for successful recruitment
In the lead up to AGM season, a lot of boards and committees are frantically running around trying…
Keeping your board fresh
Even a board that functions effectively in the beginning can become stale or lose its focus. It can…
Recruiting a great CEO for your community group
Possibly the most crucial decision that a not-for-profit organisation board will make is the…
Show them you love them: how to thank your volunteers
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the good in Australians. When we become aware of people in…
Articles
Not-for-profit ‘roadmap’ tackles sector’s big issues
Posted on 11 Dec 2019
A landmark study of Australian not-for-profit governance has created the clearest picture yet of an…
Pulse poll results: 40% of NFP workers tempted by the 'Great Resignation'
Posted on 27 Nov 2021
Not-for-profit employers should brace for a huge movement of workers in the next year, according to…
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Recruit the ICT skills you really need
Posted on 30 Nov 2017
Not-for-profit recruiting expert Richard Green backs the Our Community Innovation Lab's finding…
Study proves not-for-profit leaders need a better welcome
Posted on 07 Oct 2019
Nearly half of Australia's not-for-profits are giving their directors - including treasurers,…
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Tipping the scales - getting the size and shape of your board right
Posted on 23 Jun 2013
Over the past couple of months a continuing query in our governance training sessions has been…
What next for not-for-profits? Experts pick the trends leaders must know
Posted on 25 Feb 2022
Australian not-for-profits have the chance to reshape their sector in the wake of covid-19…
Books
Tools
Board composition checklist
If your board can no longer provide leadership or fresh ideas, or if money is becoming an issue, it…
Sample standing orders
The sample standing orders can be downloaded in Word format to assist you when creating or…
Checklists
Effective inductions
Before you even start recruiting, make sure you've done the following to prepare a good induction.
Successful board successon
The process of finding, recruiting, selecting and installing new board members is perhaps the most…
Policies
CEO Recruitment Policy
Boards are responsible for the employment and monitoring of CEOs. Your Board should have a policy…
Employment References Policy
Exchange of information between employers maximises the opportunity for employees to be fitted into…
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of employment obligation, social justice and legal…
Family Friendly Policy
Work flexibility ensures that employees are able to balance work and family commitments while…
Staff Induction Policy
Inducting all new employees, volunteers and contractors into an organisation is paramount to…
Staff Recruitment Policy
The success of any organisation relies on its ability to attract the best staff and volunteers…