All about Boards

The structure of a governing board and the procedures for its meetings are usually set out in the organisation’s trust deed or constitution.

Board structures usually include:

• A chairperson who oversees all board affairs and chair meetings
• A vice-chairperson to support the chairperson
• A secretary who gives notice of board meetings, prepares agendas and materials, and takes minutes of meetings
• A treasurer to keep an eye on board and organizational finance
• Subcommittees when these are needed on important issues