by Megan Thorn | Jun 14, 2016 | All blog posts, Governance, Non-Profit Management
Last updated June 14, 2016 As a Board, one of your responsibilities is to ensure your non-profit organisation has a capable, well managed Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Hopefully you’ve got that box ticked, but what would happen if your current CEO or Manager chose to...
by Megan Thorn | Oct 17, 2014 | All blog posts, Governance, Non-Profit Management, Volunteering
Last updated October 17, 2014 Diversity is important in any team, but especially in your governing body. Instead of tolerating the differences, make a real effort to celebrate diversity for what it brings to your organisation. Here are some simple ideas to get you...
by Megan Thorn | Oct 17, 2014 | All blog posts, Governance, Non-Profit Management, Volunteering
Lasted updated October 17, 2014 So often we talk about ‘managing’ diversity in a team, but the term ‘managing’ implies that differences are something we need to tolerate and work-through, rather than something to seek-out and celebrate. With an attitude...
by Megan Thorn | Oct 9, 2014 | All blog posts, Fundraising, Governance
Last updated October 9, 2014 To ensure the smooth and effective running of your organisation, it is important that everyone has clearly defined roles and responsibilities, including members of your Board. For most aspects of your organisation this is easily achieved,...
by Megan Thorn | Oct 3, 2014 | All blog posts, Governance
Last updated October 3, 2014 No two Boards operate in exactly the same way; however there are several practices that are common amongst the most effective Non-Profit Boards. As you become comfortable in your role as Trustee, consider how many of these practices are...
by Megan Thorn | Oct 3, 2014 | All blog posts, Governance
Last updated October 3, 2014 In carrying out its role, the Non-Profit Board is responsible for a range of tasks. While some of these tasks may be delegated to the CEO, the Board is ultimately responsible should the tasks not be carried out competently. It is important...
