Governance
Secretary — Role Description
Version
Version 1 December 2025
Last updated
11 August 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