GOVERNANCE
George Gray Centre (GGC) is a not-for-profit organisation operating as a company limited by guarantee. We pride ourselves on our commitment to supporting our GGC Community through ethical, sustainable and professional service standards which are validated by independent assessment, comprehensive governance and strong risk management systems.
HOW WE OPERATE
Our board of management are governed by a constitution along with a Board of Management Policy, a Code of Conduct and an Instrument of delegation of Authority and Responsibility.
GGC’s Board Sub-Committees consist of a mix of Board Members and staff, addressing areas like; strategy, and governance. Finance, projects, and stakeholder engagement.
These committees are dedicated to enhancing our organisational efficiency and play a key role in identifying and managing risk. They actively contribute to the Board’s mission of ensuring that GGC remains a vibrant community and an effective and high-quality service provider while maintaining financial viability.
OUR VALUES
The guiding principles for everything we do
TRANSPARENCY
We are committed to open and honest communication, ensuring clarity in all out actions and decision. Transparency is the foundation of trust and accountability.
COLlABORATION
We work closely with individuals, families, caregivers and external partners to create a supportive network and a strong sense of belonging.
PERSON-CENTRED
Individuals and their families are at the core of everything we do. We prioritize their well-being, goals and dreams ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are met.
Advocacy
We stand as advocates for the rights and needs of individuals with disabilities, striving for systemic change and equal access to opportunities. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected and valued.
COMMUNITY-CONNECTED
We actively engage with our local community to foster understanding, unity and active participation among individuals with a disability.
Innovation
We continuously seek innovative solutions to enhance accessibility, communication and learning opportunities, ensuring our services evolve with the changing needs of our community.
Board of Management
Our Board of Management act in a voluntary capacity. Their responsibilities include;
Setting the Mission of GGC;
Approving and reviewing the Strategic Plan;
Monitoring business performance against agreed objectives and industry benchmarks;
Reviewing and approving annual budget;
Ensuring GGC’s processes of risk identification and management are in place; and
Recruiting and reviewing the performance of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
The board is elected by Members and is made up of between three and 12 members including the Chairman. Processes and policies are in place to review the performance of the Board and to identify likely new Board member candidates who will add to the diversity and expertise of the Board.
MANAGEMENT
Authority of management is delegated by the Board to the CEO who implements and reports on the Board’s directives.
Accountability
GGC is accountable to it’s members, the people who access its services, families and carers, employees, donors and supports. GGC is accountable to various State and Federal agencies including the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA), the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and Quality and Safeguards Commission. GGC is compliant with relevant pieces of State and Federal Legislation and Standards.
External independent assurance is obtained through a Certification Quality Audit, assessing GGC’s compliance with NDIS Quality and Safeguard Framework and annual feedback survey. An independent external financial audit is conducted annually to ensure compliance with Australian Accounting Standards and the Corporations Act 2001.