The Football Integration Development Association (FIDA) is an incorporated association and non-profit organisation with the purpose to provide access for people living an intellectual impairment to the game of Australian rules football.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

FIDA is seeking an accounting professional (CA or CPA qualified) with relevant experience to fulfil a volunteer position as Treasurer on the FIDA Board. The Treasurer will work with the Board and General Manager to ensure that FIDA operates in a responsible and financially sustainable framework.

ABOUT FIDA

FIDA has been at the forefront of creating an inclusive community where individuals with intellectual impairments can actively participate in Australian Rules football without barriers. Over the past three decades, FIDA has worked tirelessly to promote equality and provide ample opportunities for these individuals to enjoy the sport on the same level as their peers.

Today, the FIDA league boasts a thriving community of over 800 players actively engaged in the sport. With 30 clubs strategically situated throughout metropolitan and country Victoria, the opportunities to participate in Australian Rules football have been made accessible to individuals with intellectual impairments across Victoria. Players are empowered to approach the field with confidence, secure in the knowledge that they will be treated equitably, and provided equal opportunities to play the game they love and celebrate their achievements, just like any other athlete.

Our vision is that all people with an intellectual impairment can safely participate in an appropriate Australian rules football competition. Our purpose is that we strengthen an inclusive football community by building programs that offer synergies with the mains stream football experience.

More information is available on the FIDA website - Victorian FIDA Football League – FIDA

ABOUT THE FIDA BOARD

The Board is highly engaged and has a strong understanding of the functions of FIDA and the clubs that engaged with FIDA. We are looking to strengthen the knowledge and skills that are a part of the Board, in particular the finances of the organisation to enable our growth.

FIDA's Board has been overseeing the return of the football program to FIDA from AFL Victoria's management. To support FIDA's growth and strategic objectives, the Board appointed two key positions: the General Manager responsible for operating FIDA as a business unit; and the Manager Football Operations responsible for the operations of the football league.

The Board is committed to transitioning away from day-to-day operations and actively driving necessary changes to ensure continued progress and sustainability. This proactive focus on strategy, governance and risk management will enable FIDA to evolve successfully, maintain its emphasis on inclusivity, and further promote participation in sport for people with an intellectual impairment.

The Board meets approximately six times per year, with meetings held outside business hours with a flexible mix of face-to-face and online. Board roles are voluntary positions

The Board’s responsibilities include:

• Setting the strategic direction and monitoring the overall performance outcomes.

• Overseeing financials, governance and associated compliance.

• Appointing and monitoring the performance of the General Manager.

• Endorsing the annual report.

• Contribute to the preparation of Board papers and presentations, as required.

• Assisting with FIDA events, where appropriate.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Purpose

The purpose of the treasurer role is to:

• Oversee the budgeting and financial reporting processes of FIDA

• Maintains a sustainable financial framework that is flexible and ensures that FIDA remains solvent

• Ensure that policies and plans are in place to provide for the long-term viability of the organisation

• Provide advice on the financial processes of FIDA.

Responsibilities

• Develop a projected budget each financial year, in collaboration with the General manager, for approval by the Board.

• Review income and expenditure against the budget on a continuous basis.

• Report to the Board at each meeting on the financial situation of FIDA.

• Monitor and report to the Board on variances from the approved budget.

• With the Chair and the General Manager, place any necessary financial items on the Board agenda in advance of the meeting

• Report to the Annual General Meeting on the financial situation of FIDA.

• Ensure the organisation’s financial control procedures are adequate.

• Provide advice on financial risk as a part of FIDA’s risk register, and any financial matters as a part of compliance.

Selection criteria

• CA or CPA qualification

• Previous board experience preferred, but not essential

• Demonstrated experience in a role such as an accountant, finance manager or similar.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate financial information to a wide audience, including those without a financial background

• Demonstrates care and diligence

• Demonstrated interest in the work and values of FIDA.

• The capacity to dedicate the necessary time to achieve the required outcomes of the role

Please email Board President Logan Whitaker at [email protected] using the subject line: Board Treasurer (Voluntary) enquiry via EthicalJobs for further information.