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Introduction
Not-for-profit organisations are governed by a board or committee made up of people appointed or elected in accordance with the organisation's governing rules.
The board or committee is responsible for overseeing the organisation's affairs, setting its strategy and making important governance decisions. Members may have the right to vote on certain matters, such as changes to the organisation's governing rules. The board or committee is also responsible for ensuring the organisation complies with its legal and reporting obligations.
Our resources in this section explain the key governance positions in not-for-profit organisations, including the roles and responsibilities of directors, committee members, officers, office holders, secretaries and public officers. They also outline the legal duties that apply to people involved in governing a not-for-profit organisation.
The content on this webpage was last updated in July 2026 and is not legal advice. See full disclaimer and copyright notice.
