Committee Members Northland Athletics Clubs

PRESIDENT
The President is the principal leader of the club and holds overall responsibility for guiding the committee and representing the club’s interests at all levels.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and facilitate committee and AGM meetings.
• Set and oversee the annual agenda in line with club goals.
• Uphold the club constitution and oversee compliance.
• Provide oversight on safeguarding responsibilities.
• Act as a point of contact for members and stakeholders.
SECRETARY
The Secretary is the administrative coordinator of the club, maintaining communication between members, the committee, and external organisations.
Key Responsibilities:
• Organise and communicate details of all meetings including preparing agendas and taking minutes.
• Manage and file correspondence.
• Maintain member registers
• Social Media & Newsletter communications
TREASURER
The Treasurer is responsible for managing the financial health of the club through careful budgeting, record-keeping, and reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare and monitor annual budgets.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Present financial reports to the committee and at AGMs.
• Ensure all income is banked and payments are documented.
• Issue invoices and pay bills on time.

Requirements

President:
Skills & Attributes:
• Strong leadership and communication.
• Good knowledge of club operations and constitution.
• Strategic and supportive mindset.

Secretary:
Skills & Attributes:
• Well organised and reliable.
• Strong communication skills.
• Able to maintain confidentiality.
• Familiar with electronic file management and admin tools.

Treasurer:
Skills & Attributes:
• Financial literacy and attention to detail.
• Organised and methodical.
• Understanding of audit/review requirements.

A Police background check is required for this role.

Time commitment

President:
Approx. 2 hours per week (depending on club size).
Secretary:
Approx. 1–2 hours per week (depending on club size).
Treasurer:
Approx. 0.5-1 hours per week (depending on club size).

Getting Started

The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.