Governance
Secretary — Role Description
Version
Version 1 December 2025
Last updated
5 July 2026
The Secretary is the chief administration officer of CAQ. The Secretary is responsible for ensuring that the organization is run in accordance with the constitution, rules, by-laws, policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
- to promote croquet within and beyond the croquet community;
- in conjunction with the President, convene all meetings, prepare and circulate agendas and all necessary documentation, prepare and distribute minutes
- collaborate with President, Vice-President and all members of the Management Committee
- act as a primary point of contact for all enquiries and keep a register of all correspondence
- action everyday emails and refer emails to relevant CAQ officers
Skills
- a passion for the sport of croquet
- some knowledge of, or willingness to learn, the legislation relating to non-profit organizations
- efficient management, organizational and administrative skills and technological skills commensurate with the position