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Further Information on Charitable Status
Charitable status in Northern Ireland brings both benefits and restrictions. It is important that Management Committees are fully aware of these and understand the relevant processes for registration and regulation of charities in Northern Ireland.Volunteer Development Agency | Volunteer Development Agency | 09 Aug 2005
Choosing a Legal Structure
When setting up a group or organisation you need to make a decision on the type of organisation to set up and its correlating legal structure. Your agreed set of rules for how the organisation will operate, your “governing document”, will usually be drawn up during this stage of your development.Volunteer Development Agency | Volunteer Development Agency | 09 Aug 2005
How Do Legal Structures Affect Personal
The personal liability of Management Committee members varies according to the legal structure of the group or organisation. Management committee members are naturally concerned about the potential liabilities (i.e. responsibility for the consequences of actions taken or not taken) that they may face as a Management Committee member.Volunteer Development Agency | Volunteer Development Agency | 09 Aug 2005
Legal Terms Explained
Community groups, voluntary organisations, and charities all have a legal structure that correlates with the way in which they have been set up. This section provides a brief explanation of the terms associated with your legal structure.Volunteer Development Agency | Volunteer Development Agency | 09 Aug 2005
Management Committee and Head of Staff
The roles of the Management Committee and the organisation’s Chief Officer (also known as the Director, Manager, Co-ordinator etc) are interdependent. Therefore, it is essential that the Management Committee and the Chief Officer understand their role and boundaries, and demonstrate respect for each other’s position and powers.Volunteer Development Agency | Volunteer Development Agency | 09 Aug 2005
Chairing A Meeting
One of the most important roles of the Chairperson is steering a Management Committee through its business effectively and efficiently. A good Chair will be mindful of the following basic points!Volunteer Development Agency | Volunteer Development Agency | 08 Aug 2005
Characteristics of a Good Treasurer
The Treasurer of a Management Committee plays a vital role. This section summarises some of the key qualities and skills required for an effective Treasurer.Volunteer Development Agency | Volunteer Development Agency | 08 Aug 2005
Main Duties of the Treasurer
The main duties of the Treasurer (and sometimes the Finance Sub-Committee) include: providing general financial oversight of the organisation's activities including funding, fundraising and sales; responsibility for financial planning and budgeting; financial reporting; banking, book keeping and record keeping.Volunteer Development Agency | Volunteer Development Agency | 08 Aug 2005
What is the role of the treasurer?
The Treasurer works closely with the Management Committee to safeguard the organisation’s finances, with a watchdog role over all aspects of financial management.Volunteer Development Agency | Volunteer Development Agency | 08 Aug 2005
The secretary's role at meetings
The Secretary is crucial to the smooth running of a Management Committee meeting. This involves activities before, during and after Committee meetings.Volunteer Development Agency | Volunteer Development Agency | 08 Aug 2005
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