Organisation Overview

Reynard Street Neighbourhood House was established in 1988. The organisation operates autonomously as an Incorporated Non-profit Association and is governed by a Committee of Management (CoM). RSNH is a respectful, inclusive and welcoming local ‘hub’ space empowering growth, sharing, learning, fun and togetherness. In partnership with other organisations, we create local opportunities and encourage initiatives which enhance resilience, connectedness and well-being for people in our community.

RSNH provides a wide range of services both at the neighbourhood house and, at times, elsewhere in the neighbourhood. These include (but are not limited to) programs or projects in: adult community education, personal health (e.g. Pilates), participation through volunteering, social inclusion, job readiness, support for pre-school children and their families (especially through community and agency playgroups), music and song, community art, foreign languages, local sustainability, community resilience and skill sharing, self-help, advocacy and social activity to reduce isolation.

Context for this Position

The Committee of Management provides RSNH with community “governance”, which includes developing strategic plans, policies, permanent staff appointment, monitoring finances and overseeing delivery of legal and contractual obligations. The Committee Secretary is responsible for ensuring CoM meetings are organised and held and key documents and records of the CoM are maintained.

The CoM acts as the voice of our membership in line with the aims and objectives detailed in our Constitution. The Committee is required to meet a minimum of six times per year, but currently meets monthly on a Tuesday evening between 5.30pm and 7pm.