About Chronic Pain Ireland
Chronic Pain Ireland is working to create a greater awareness of Chronic Pain and provide relevant information and support for those living with the condition, for their families and friends. Acting as a voice for people living with chronic pain, we would like to expand support and education services nationally to those living with chronic pain, their caregivers and loved-ones.
What's Involved
The role of the National Secretary is to monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legal requirements by ensuring, either directly or indirectly, that appropriate arrangements are in place for Chronic Pain Ireland (CPI).
The National Secretary becomes a trustee/director of the company.
The role requires acting as secretary to meetings of the Governing Body and its committees, and maintaining the minutes of these meetings.
The National Secretary is also responsible for:
- Ensuring the safe custody and proper use of the company seal.
- To uphold the highest standards of integrity and probity, in compliance with all statutory and regulatory bodies.
- To safeguard the good name and reputation of the organisation.
- To assist and facilitate the Directors in ensuring the funds of the company are prudently and properly managed.
- Maintaining statutory & non-statutory registers,
- Maintaining and furnishing copies of company documents.
- Filing information with the CRO in a timely fashion.
- Coordinating the publication and distribution of the organisation’s Annual Report and accounts including, where appropriate, interim statements in consultation with the organisation’s advisers and, in particular, preparing the Directors’ Report.
This is an unpaid volunteer role, however reasonable approved expenses are reimbursed in line with CPI’s expense policy.
What's required for this position
Proven track record in company secretarial work in either the private or public sector.
Relevant legal qualification.
Strong organisational skills, professional diligence, and keen attention to detail. Experience within the charity sector is desirable but not essential.
- Accountancy/ Finance
- Business/ HR/ Management
- General Admin/ Office Support
- Legal
- Personable Skills
Level of English required for this role:
Fluent English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: 3 years +
Hours required: 3hrs Monthly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Carmichael Centre, North Brunswick Street, Dublin 7
Screening details for this role:
- Informal Interviews
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
- Initial induction and training
- Reimbursement of expenses
- Insurance cover
- Ongoing training opportunities
Volunteers with the following challenges will be supported in this role
- Physical Disability
- Mental Health Difficulties
Age restrictions:
Over 21
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
No
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
CPI is a small team that packs a big punch. We are expanding our reach, and expertise. There is plenty of scope for new directors to make their mark within the organisation. Quality training provided is transferrable. Volunteering with us is CV worthy!
Getting there
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