QSEC Board of Directors Recruitment 2022 Survey

This form is to indicate your interest in nomination to the QSEC Board of Directors. QSEC is currently transferring its incorporation as an Incorporated Association (QSEC Inc.) to a Company limited by Guarantee (QSEC Ltd), and therefore this form is held to be consistent under the relevant governance standards for both organisation types. Nominations through this process will be accepted for candidacy by whichever model is applicable at QSEC's upcoming AGM.

Please ensure you are familiar with the obligations of your intended role according to both IA and CLG documentation. For more information on the responsibility of Board members, please read the ACNC Fact Sheet.

The Queensland Social Enterprise Council is seeking nomination for up to FIVE (5) elected positions for the Board of Directors. Only current QSEC's industry members (social enterprises) are eligible to apply. The successful candidates will form part of the QSEC Board which will contain five (5) member voted Directors and a further two (2) appointed Directors (to be nominated by the elected Directors). Appointed Directors may be from either the Member or Associate Member group. Regional representatives and people identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged to apply.

All members of the Board of Directors provide their time voluntarily and commit to meeting monthly. They also contribute to the development of the strategic plan and prepare / read all relevant Board papers prior to each meeting.

It is an exciting and challenging time in Queensland's Social Enterprise Sector. In addition to these responsibilities, there's also an expectation to contribute to the organisation either through extra time, resources, access to professional networks and funding.

To be considered for this exciting and dynamic role, please complete the form below. If you have any questions, please direct them to secretary@qsec.org.au.

Nominations close 5pm 8th November 2021.

The Annual General Meeting will be held Tuesday 7th December 6.00pm (online and in person). (Doors open 5.30pm).

QSEC Board of Directors Recruitment 2022

Nominate to become part of the 2022 QSEC Board of Directors.

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* 1. Please read the QSEC (CLG) Constitution prior to completing this form. When you have done so, please click DONE to continue.

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* 2. Thank you for your application. Please give a short description why you are applying to join the QSEC Board of Directors.

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* 3. Are you currently a member of QSEC?

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* 4. Please provide your full name.

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* 5. Please provide your email address.

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* 6. Please provide your best contact phone number.

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* 7. Is there an office-bearing role that you would like to be considered for?

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* 8. Social Enterprise Sector - Please describe your knowledge / skills in the social enterprise sector and the impact economy (social impact economy, strategy and innovation, community development, impact measurement, education and awareness). *

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* 9. Business Acumen - Please describe your knowledge / skills in business development and social procurement (social enterprise development, design and strategy, marketing, service development, project management, consumer satisfaction, cost control planning and quality assurance). *

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* 10. Financial Literacy - Please describe your knowledge / skills in financial literacy (bookkeeping, accounting, financial information systems, business finance planning, auditing and general understanding of sound fiduciary practice). *

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* 11. Governance - Please describe your knowledge / skills in Governance (legal frameworks, regulation, risk management and compliance).

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* 12. Previous Experience - Please describe your previous experience as a Chair/ Director/Member on other significant boards or committees and current memberships of relevant professional bodies.

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* 13. Please indicate any other skills / experience that you can bring to QSEC.

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* 14. Other Comments - Please include any other relevant information relating to diversity considerations (i.e. age, gender, cultural matters, geographic areas of focus) and formal qualifications and/or professional memberships in one the above areas.

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* 15. Please provide a 100 word biography and pitch that will be shared as part of your nomination to QSEC members.

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* 16. To finalise your nomination, you are required to have your nomination seconded by a current QSEC Social Enterprise voting member. Please download and complete this form and return to secretary@qsec.org.au - DOWNLOAD HERE

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* 17. Being a member of a Board of Directors take commitment and dedication. If successful, you will be required to attend one Board meeting per month (2 hours) plus contribute at least an additonal 2 hours per month for QSEC activities.

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* 18. I understand that should I be successful in being elected or appointed to the QSEC Board of Directors, QSEC will conduct a bankruptcy and criminal check to ensure I am able to legally undertake the duties of a Director of the Board.