Overview

Aside from good intentions, your role as a director of a not-for-profit organisation has a responsibility to deliver good governance, drive optimum performance and meet the needs of key stakeholders.

The Not-for-Profit Board provides a detailed overview of the specific duties and responsibilities of directors and board members of a not-for-profit organisation, governance and performance issues relating to the not-for-profit sector, as well as the legalities surrounding funding and sponsorship arrangements.

The Not-for-Profit Board course is presented in two parts:

1. Specific governance issues for directors and board members of not-for-profits.
2. Reviewing not-for-profit financial statements and how to assess organisational
performance.

Who should attend?
Directors, council or committee members and senior executives of a not-for-profit organisation.

How will I benefit?

• Outline legalities behind not-for-profit funding and sponsorship arrangements
• Recognise the potential personal liability of a director of a not-for-profit
• Identify different stakeholders of a not-for-profit and how to effectively manage their interests
• Identify the difference in a director's duties between the not-for-profit and commercial sectors
• Outline the director's role in evaluating financial statements and reports
• Assess the performance of a not-for-profit and address solvency issues

Mode of Study
Interactive facilitated session

Duration
Full day session (7 hours)

For Directors by Directors
The Not-for-Profit Board is presented by professional subject specialists with experience working across a range of boards. On the day you will have opportunities to discuss specific questions with the facilitator and network with your peers.

To find out more please contact your State office.