governance
The section introduces governance issues for community groups and looks at the roles and functions of the governing body or board. It includes practical tools and checklists for committee and board members.
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This section contains:
who is this section for?
words used and
what's in this section?
Date updated: 20 November 2006
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Topics in this section include:
why governance is important,
effective governance,
difference between governance and management,
the "new work" of governing bodies,
governing body-chief ...
Date updated: 17 November 2006
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Topics in this section include:
core roles and
core functions.
Date updated: 17 November 2006
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Topics in this section include:
who are they? and
powers, duties and liabilities.
Date updated: 17 November 2006
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Topics in this section include:
focusing on important strategic matters,
agendas,
special agenda items,
information provided by the chief executive and
minutes.
Date updated: 17 November 2006
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Topics in this section include:
recruitment,
retention,
induction,
succession planning and
self-evaluation.
Date updated: 17 November 2006
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Topics in this section include:
publications and
online resources.
Date updated: 20 November 2006