honorary officers
Secretary Role Description
An example role description.
Remember! Contents should always be tailored to suit the particular requirements of your organisation.
Company Secretary Role Description
An example role description for a company secretary. Role descriptions should always be tailored to the needs of your organisation.
Characteristics of a Good Secretary
Below are some of the qualities, skills and knowledge which should be demonstrated by those carrying out this role.
Quality, skills & knowledge
A good Management Committee Secretary will:
Advice Note: Committee procedures (NICVA)
An article to help committees understand their responsibilities. Produced by NICVA.
These notes are designed to help committees of voluntary groups understand their basic responsibilities. They describe procedures which can help committees to prevent problems occurring. The notes outline the responsibilities of committee members as well as the roles of officer-bearers eg chairperson, secretary, treasurer.
Chairperson Role Description
An example of what you may wish to include in your description of the role and responsibilities of your chairperson.
Remember! Always consider the dynamics of your own organisation and tailor any role descriptions accordingly.