Volunteering on a Board of Management at a Community Centre

A range of Community Centres in Wyndham are managed by incorporated non-profit associations and governed by volunteer community members, who together form a Board of Management. The governing body at the community centre may be known by another term such as ‘Committee of Management’, ‘Committee’ or ‘Board’.

Volunteering on a Board of Management can be immensely rewarding and enriching. Board Members play an integral role in strategic and governance decision making and help shape the future of the community centre. Examples of activities Boards Members may undertake together are:

• Creating a strategic vision and plan for the organisation
• Managing the organisations finances
• Managing organisational risk
• Participating in Board Meetings and running the Annual General Meeting
• Appointing and monitoring the CEO or Centre Manager
• Approving major projects and programs run by the organisation.

Due to the significant power and responsibilities of volunteering a on a Board of Management, the law requires all Board Members to comply with their legal responsibilities and legal duties. Explore the resources below to learn more about these legal requirements.  

Volunteering on a Board of Management can also be a great way to:

• Build and share your leadership skills.
• Gain experience in governing a not-for-profit organisation.
• Develop new networks.
• Make friends with others who are passionate about their local community.
• Contribute to your local community in a meaningful way.

If you are interested in volunteering on a Board of Management at a community centre, contact the Association directly to find out more about:

• How to express your interest in becoming a Board Member
• Information about Board Member eligibility requirements
• What skills or experience they may require of their Board Members
• What type of commitment they ask of Board Members – for example how many hours of volunteering per month is involved, and where/when do they host their Board Meetings.
• Board Member induction and ongoing training opportunities.

If you are interested in volunteering at your local community centre in other ways, contact the community centres directly to find out more.