Governance information for new officers

Created: November 12, 2019 at 9:58 AM | Updated: September 23, 2025 | By Charities Services

As an officer your biggest responsibility is to act in the best interest of your charity, making sure it remains focused on its purpose and the benefit it provides to the public.

This webinar from Charities Services covers the recent Charities Act changes to the definition and duties of an officer.

 

Charities Services have provided the Presentation slides (PDF, 1MB)

You can also download an updated 1-page resource for new officers that is a starting point to help them understand their role and how they can contribute to governing their charity well.

Topics include:

  • understand your rules and your role
  • know your legal obligations
  • report annually to Charities Services
  • update your charity's details
  • manage risks carefully
  • look after your finances
  • keep good records
  • being strategic and sustainable and
  • more on governance.