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Secretary

This position has a focus on development and distribution of the agenda before a meeting and an accurate recording of minutes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Accurately record and keep minutes of all meetings
  • Takes attendance at each meeting and keeps records of absences with and without apologies
  • Distribute minutes immediately to all relevant members after a meeting
  • Prepare and distribute the agenda items before a meeting
  • Take active role in decision-making
  • Assist in representing the organisation to external stakeholders
  • Provide general assistance to the Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson of MyNT in general leadership of the organisation.

Requirements for the Position

  • Must hold or have applied for a NT Working with Children Ochre Card

Key Selection Criteria

  • Sound understanding of and commitment to youth participation principles and practice
  • Strong cross cultural communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with young people from diverse backgrounds
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills 
  • Comfortable with a variety of computer applications, especially Microsoft Word
  • Demonstrated understanding of current issues affecting young people from diverse backgrounds in the NT
  • Willingness to participate in a variety of activities and to learn new skills