Director (Company Secretary), Inishturk Development Company
Inishturk Development Company (Inishturk Community Club CLG) is seeking a new Company Secretary to join the Board of Directors. This is a key governance role at a particularly exciting stage in the organisation’s development, as Inishturk moves from long‑term planning into active delivery of a range of significant community, infrastructure, environmental and enterprise projects. The organisation is entering a period of strong momentum, with multiple initiatives underway and a growing pipeline of future development.
Key Responsibilities
Governance and Compliance
Ensure compliance with the Companies Act, Charities Governance Code and all relevant statutory obligations
Maintain the organisation’s governance framework and statutory records
Oversee Companies Registration Office (CRO) filings and company documentation
Ensure Director appointments, resignations and governance records are accurately maintained
Maintain statutory registers and governance documentation to required standards
Administration
Coordinate Board meeting schedules, agendas and papers in collaboration with the Board Co-Chairs and Development Manager
Attend Board meetings and ensure accurate and timely minutes are recorded
Track actions and decisions arising from Board meetings
Support effective Board communication and governance processes
AGM and Governance Processes
Support the preparation and administration of the Annual General Meeting (AGM)
Ensure governance procedures relating to notices, resolutions and record‑keeping are correctly executed
Support Board member induction through provision of governance documentation
Ideal Experience
Company secretarial or governance roles
Charity or non‑profit governance
Board administration
Legal, compliance or public sector governance
Community or development organisations
This is a senior governance role. Candidates are expected to bring relevant experience and operate confidently within statutory and Board‑level governance frameworks.
Time Commitment
Approximately 4–6 hours per month
Quarterly Board meetings (online or hybrid)
Monthly informal update meetings
AGM attendance
Occasional liaison with the Board Co‑Chairs, Development Manager or Treasurer as required
Support and Induction
Structured handover from outgoing Company Secretary, Co‑Chair and Development Manager
Access to governance records, policies and statutory filings
Induction into Board processes and organisational structure
Ongoing liaison with the Board Co‑Chairs and Development Manager as required
What You Will Gain
Play a central role in strengthening governance in a unique island organisation
Support delivery of an ambitious and active programme of community development
Work alongside an experienced Board and dedicated staff team
Contribute to meaningful social, economic and environmental impact
Engage at Board level in a period of significant organisational delivery and growth
Role Overview
Type: VoluntaryTerm: 3 years (renewable)Location: Hybrid (online meetings and occasional in‑person attendance)
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