About this opportunity

We are a dynamic social enterprise dedicated to driving creativity and innovation among community locals. By transforming recovered materials, we foster circular economy practitioners while offering hands-on activities for local champions eager to upskill, revitalize their potential, and secure lasting self-employability. Our initiatives require rethinking design of materials and value adding. Our volunteers are empowered, engaged, and opportunity-focused.

The Role:

The Secretary is a key leader responsible for:

  • Governance and Compliance: Ensuring we operate in line with our model rules, business plan, and legal obligations, including managing records, minutes, and official correspondence.
  • Strategic Support: Collaborating with the board and leadership team to implement strategic initiatives aligned with our mission.
  • Community Engagement: Facilitating the involvement of local champions, helping them gain hands-on experience, rework materials, and enhance their personal net worth.
  • Administrative Oversight: Overseeing day-to-day administrative functions, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.

Why You Should Join:

This is more than just a volunteer position—it’s an opportunity to make a real difference on the Capricorn Coast. As Secretary, you will:

  • Empower Local Champions: Enable individuals to upskill, renew their potential, and secure opportunities that enhance their livelihoods and contribute to the circular economy.
  • Champion Renewal: Play a vital role in promoting sustainable practices and environmental stewardship within the community.
  • Drive Impactful Change: Be at the forefront of a movement that adds value in line with Remade in Queensland best practice.
  • Gain Leadership Experience: Enhance your skills and experience by contributing to the strategic growth of a forward-thinking social enterprise.

Ideal Candidate:

We’re looking for someone with:

  • A passion for cradle-to-cradle and community development.
  • Strong organizational and administrative skills.
  • Experience in governance or a willingness to learn.
  • A commitment to empowering others and fostering community engagement.
  • The ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team.

Join Us:

If you’re ready to be part of something bigger than yourself—something that uplifts individuals and strengthens local communities—let’s talk. Help us continue the journey to become a beacon of renewal and community-driven success.

Additional requirements

  • Working with Children Check*
  • National Police Certificate*
  • Others
  • Covid-19 vaccination
  • Flu vaccination
  • Working with Vulnerable People Check
  • Driver's Licence

Director ID Registration, technical experience commensurate with the role

* May be arranged by the organisation. Details will be provided after you express your interest.


Express interest

UpCycle CQ Inc

  • Environment & Conservation
  • Regular - more than 6 months
  • Multiple Locations - Yeppoon QLD, Emu Park QLD, Rockhampton QLD

Time Required

A few hours every week as required

Training

Negotiable depending on requirements

Reimbursements

Suitable for

  • Skilled Volunteers
  • Work Experience
  • Wheelchair Access

Interested In

  • Governance, Boards & Committees

Yeppoon 4703

Emu Park 4710

Rockhampton 4700