Our Team and Board
IAA exists for the benefit of the Internet and the people who build and operate it. Governed by the Board of Directors and managed daily by the CEO, Administration and Tech teams; collaboratively, we develop and implement the strategic direction of the Association and provide operational services and support to our members.
The IAA Team
The Board
About the Board
The Board provides leadership and guidance to ensure IAA continues to achieve its aims in the promotion, support, and growth of Australia’s Internet industry. It develops the strategic direction, mission, and objectives of the Association.
Members of the Board are highly skilled and experienced industry professionals dedicated to improving Australia’s Internet.
Responsibilities of the Board
Board Members are required to commit a minimum of two hours per week to activities for the Association. This includes maintaining regular email contact, contributing towards discussions and projects (usually via online chat), and strategic decision making for the Association.
All Board members are required to attend a bi-monthly Board Meeting via video conference (Zoom). The current meeting time is scheduled for every second month, on the fourth Monday, at 10am AWST.
Members of the Board are required to use the current communication systems of the Association, with on-boarding assistance, training and support provided as needed.
Time Commitment
Being on the IAA board can be time consuming. What you get out of it also depends on what you put into it. Board members can expect (as a minimum):
- 1-2 hr board meeting at least once every two months + pre-reading
- 1 hr per week asynchronous catch ups
- other committees or events as scheduled throughout the year (this year has had five sub-committees).
If you become an office bearer or assist in other project or committee work, this time can be considerable; however, the experience and contacts you will gain are invaluable.
Governance
IAA is a company limited by guarantee and is subject to the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). IAA operates under the governance of the Association Constitution, which is voted on by members.
The Role of the Board
Current office bearing roles within the Board is that of Chair and Deputy Chair. The entire Board are involved in financial matters. The additional responsibilities of these roles are outlined in Division 10.11 of the Association Constitution. Members of the Board are volunteers; these positions are unpaid roles, however reasonable expenses, approved by the Board, may be paid.
The Board
The IAA Board comprises up to six elected Directors, consisting of Professional Members and nominees of the Corporate Members, and up to two appointed Directors. Board members serve for a three-year term, and terms are offset to maintain continuity on the Board. Casual vacancies may be filled by the Board’s invitation and are automatically up for re-election at the following Annual General Meeting.
It's official. We're a great place to work!
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We’re proud to have been awarded Great Place to Work®-Certification for 2023-24. We wear this badge with pride, as a sign of a positive employee experience. In receiving this accreditation, we join the ranks of Cisco, Google and American Express. Great Place to Work is a globally recognised employee validation program.
Here’s what some of our employees have to say: “Excellent flexibility working from home, and ample opportunity to attend to outside of work commitments and requirements and make up the work later when it suits.”
“Genuine flexibility and care from the management. Know how and understanding of the internet and internet industry. Our status and respect as a trusted player in the industry.”
“As a relatively small team, everyone is very busy but still happy to help each other out. We have lots of opportunities to grow in the industry, such as participating in industry forums and conferences.” To discover more about our Great Place to Work certification click here. |
