ABOUT LYF Now in its 11th year of operation, Leading Youth Forward (LYF) is a completely volunteer-run organisation which provides a structured mentoring and development program to around 80 at-risk Perth teens in years 7 to 10. Teens are carefully matched with a mentor typically aged between 22 - 39, who provides one-on-one support and encouragement to build confidence, nurture personal growth and positively influence their teen at a critical stage in their life. We run five teen events a year, including one weekend-long camp and four ‘Big Days Out’.

ABOUT THE ROLE The secretary supports the LYF president in the smooth functioning of the committee and its meetings. They are the voice of good governance and keep the house to ensure that LYF complies with the relevant legislation.

Key duties • Prepare the agenda and minutes for the monthly committee meetings • Ensure records of LYF activities are saved properly. • Follow up on outstanding action items • Prepare the AGM and any other official notices • Check the LYF PO Box and be the official receiver of correspondence • Ensure compliance with by-laws and correct governance is adhered to. • Maintaining up-to-date registration and documentation with the relevant bodies, including ACNC and DMIRS • Reconciliation of decisions in the committee chat • Keeping up-to-date contact details of the LYF committee and • Ensuring meetings are effectively organised and recorded • Custodianship of LYF’s governing documents • Attend and provide secretariat duties at the monthly committee meetings

Qualities • High degree of organisation • Accuracy and detail oriented • Familiarity with the organisation’s governing documents and structure • Good communication and interpersonal skills • Impartiality, fairness, and the ability to respect confidences • Motivated and proactive

This role is perfect for you if you… • Love governance and aren’t afraid to pull someone up for doing the wrong thing • Have a genuine will to make a difference to the lives of at-risk youth • Don’t mind working closely with the president for the year • Have an eye for detail and want to use your organisational skills for good