How does PQASSO actually Strengthen

Governance?AVOW’S Perspective

Why PQASSO?

Level 1 Indicator 2:Board members are recruited to meet the skills, knowledge and experience needed to govern the organisation efficiently and effectively.

Level 1 Indicator 3:The Board ensures that the organisation works within the objects set out in its governing document and meets all legal and constitutional requirements. Board members agree and regularly review a range of policies.

Level 1 Indicator 4:The Board approves the operational plan, and delegates authority to managers for operational decisions. There are explicit arrangements in place for decision making and authorising expenditure, and for reporting back to the board.

Action PlanPQASSO Working Group Action planUnit 1- Governance

Description Priority

Responsibility Status Progress

Develop a governance working group Medium JLJ Completed 100%Create and disseminate a skills audit High VM Completed 100%Delegated Powers document High JOG Completed 100%To review the Mem & Arts Medium ALL Completed 100%Include the current Organisational Chart & Communications Flow chart into the Business plan Medium VM Completed 100%Arrange Disciplinary Procedure training for Trustees and senior managers High JOG Completed 100%Strengthen the "Recruitment & induction of Trustees" GOP High VM Completed 100%Create role descriptions for Vice-Chair and Treasurer Medium ALL Completed 100%Amend the review process of GOP's to separate between Managers and Trustees High VM Completed 100%Ensure Sub group’s minutes are reported to the board for information. Medium VM Completed 100%

What’s improved?

Thank youAny Questions?

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