All members please be advised: Board nominations close 30th June, 2021 and nominations are open for the following positions:

• Board of Management
  • 1 position
  • 7:00am – 10:00am (approx)

• Board of Grand Lodge
  • 2 positions
  • 7:30am – 10:00am (approx)

Note: Elections will be conducted by electronic ballot; please ensure your email addresses are up to date prior to September 2021.

Download Application

• Board Nomination Application form (PDF)

Board Selection Criteria

APPLICANT INFORMATION
CLAIMS AGAINST THE SELECTION CRITERIAIt is in your interest to directly relate your skills and experience to the selection criteria. Use each criterion as a heading and outline your relevant claims separately under each criterion. A brief subjective statement that you meet the criteria is unlikely to be convincing. Your challenge is to convince the Nominations Committee that you meet each criterion by providing relevant examples.  
It is essential that information in this section is comprehensive, clear, relevant and concisely presented so that the Nominations Committee can readily assess your claims. It is your responsibility to demonstrate to the Nominations Committee that you understand the requirements of the position and have the experience, knowledge, skills and attributes necessary to be a member of Board of Grand Lodge. Your resume should include relevant personal details; a description of your major work experience; educational and personal accomplishments; and a photocopy of relevant qualifications and memberships. A passport size photograph must also be included for use on the ballot paper.
FURTHER INFORMATION
If you require further information please contact the CEO, Marie-Louise MacDonald on
(08) 9409 2322 or via email ml@mcwa.net.au

OUTCOME
The outcome of the selection process will be to ensure that the most suitable and available
people are selected for election to the Board.

STANDARDS
The minimum standard of merit and equity is met for selection if:

1. A proper assessment matches an applicant’s skills, knowledge and abilities with the requirement of the position and the outcomes sought by the Board.
2. The process is open, competitive and free of bias, unlawful discrimination and nepotism and the decisions of the Nominations Committee are transparent

ROLE DESCRIPTION/PRINCIPAL DUTIES
The Board as a whole has three primary roles: setting strategic organisational direction, including ensuring effective planning; the necessary resources, both financial and human; and providing oversight of the Chief Executive, assets and programs and services.

• Attendance to regular monthly meetings and special meetings as required
• Provide representation to the membership on behalf of the Board
• Provide leadership in policy analysis, development, evaluation and implementation
• Actively participate in strategic decision making

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Commitment of time and knowledge and the ability to actively participate in the activities of
the Board.
KEY STAKEHOLDERS
All current members of the Grand Lodge of Western Australia of Antient, Free and Accepted
Masons, Incorporated.
KEY REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
The Board will report annually to the membership via the Annual General Meeting.
SELECTION CRITERIA FOR NOMINEES

1. Demonstrated high level of communication skills
2. Demonstrated Board experience in a medium to large sized organisation.
3. Demonstrated contemporary knowledge and understanding of the principles and practice of corporate governance within the not-for-profit / charity sector.
4. Demonstrated understanding of the financial, contractual and legal aspects of business operations and fiduciary obligations of directors.
5. Demonstrated ability to develop and articulate broad strategic vision and purpose.
6. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the purpose, ethics and social intent of Freemasonry and the ability to provide leadership in these areas.
7. Ability to fulfil the role commitment of a member of the Board and its subsidiary committees through the commitment of time and knowledge.
8. Evidence of recent professional development relating to Board Governance or membership of a Governance Organisation and an ongoing commitment to annual

Applications should be sent to the Returning Officer by 30 June 2021
PO Box 929 West Perth WA 6872 or Email:  ml@mcwa.net.au