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The Australian Rehabilitation Providers Association (ARPA) is the national peak body representing workplace rehabilitation providers across Australia. ARPA promotes best practice, effective return-to-work outcomes and professional standards across the sector.
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We are seeking an Executive Officer – Secretariat & Governance to work at the centre of national decision-making.
Reporting directly to the CEO, this role is critical to ensuring high-quality governance processes, accurate records, and continuity of decision-making across a national peak body.
This is a trusted, senior role suited to someone who understands board dynamics, values discretion, and takes pride in governance done well.
In this role, you will be responsible for the coordination and delivery of ARPA’s core governance functions, including:
You will play a key role in ensuring continuity, accuracy and confidence in ARPA’s governance during a period of strategic renewal.
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About You
You’re organised, detail-focused and calm under pressure. You understand governance processes, enjoy supporting decision-makers and take pride in accuracy and follow-through.
Experience in secretariat, governance, executive support or similar roles is essential.
Interested?
We’re looking for someone who values trust, precision and making things work well.
Feel free to contact Nahtanha Davey (Nat) our CEO direct via ceo@arpa.org.au or 0437 429 202
One of the most common — and often unexpected — challenges faced by association boards and leaders arises when a member develops a grievance against the organisation. In the association sector, this is not unusual. Most grievances begin with a concern or disagreement, but if not handled appropriately, they can escalate into a prolonged and disruptive issue.
Insights from the AES Technology Survey and Special Interest Group Discussion
Artificial Intelligence is now part of daily work for many association professionals.
Association Executive Services (AES) are soon to release its
annual report on technology in Australian Associations and recently facilitated a special interest group discussion on the use of AI in
participants' organisations.
The Challenge of Prorated Membership and Renewal Cycles
Anyone responsible for membership in an association understands this tension:
Do we renew members on the anniversary of their joining date, or operate on a single annual renewal date?
And if we operate on a single renewal date, how and when should prorated membership apply?
Here is a deeper exploration of each model — with practical examples drawn from real-world association operations.
How we help membership based, not-for-profit associations now and into the future.
