As a not-for-profit incorporated association, Ellie V Pullin is managed by an executive committee, which is supported by a management team and social committee.

 

The members of both committees and the management team are all volunteers who are willing to give their time so that the pre-school can operate.

 

Committee roles include:
 

Executive Committee 2023

President - Flora Anderson

• Acts as the official spokesperson or representative for the kindergarten.

• Ensures that the role of the committee is being met and that requirements are fulfilled for council, MIKA and the Department of Education (DET).

• Ensures all parents are informed about the kindergarten and decisions the committee makes.

• Chairs committee meetings and the Annual General Meeting in October/November.

 

Vice-President - Kathryn Riella

• Assists the President wherever possible and takes over in their absence.

• Supports the Admin/Fees Officer in the regular renewal of kindergarten policies and accreditations.

• Chairs the monthly meetings of the 5 year Business Planning Sub-Committee.

 

Treasurer - Colin Huynh

• Oversees the preparation of financial statements, monitors the budget and reports to the DET.

• Responsible for the payment of invoices, reimbursements and some banking.

• Attends the 5-year Business Planning Sub-Committee meetings.

• Works with our Bookkeeper/Payroll officer.

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Secretary - Jovanka Jovcevski

• Co-ordinates the committee meetings, compiles agenda items, takes minutes at the committee meeting and distributes to all members and staff.

• As Public Officer, the Secretary is to forward the necessary documents to

• Consumer Affairs and the DET after the AGM.

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HR Officer - Carla Milne

• Acts as the main liaison between staff and committee.

• Conducts Staff Appraisals.

• Organises relief staff when necessary.

• Updates and files kindergarten staff qualification requirements.

• Organises the recruitment of new staff.

• Attends Staff Meetings and works with staff to ensure we are meeting our obligations under the Quality Improvement Plan.

 

 

Administration Team

Admin/Fees Officer - Vicki Morrow

• The committee is supported by a paid Administration/Fees Officer, Vicki Morrow, who works 2 ½ days per week.

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Enrolment Officer - Alyce Annakis

• Co-ordinates enrolments for the 3 and 4-year-old programs.

• Prepares a welcome letter to be sent out with acceptances and Enrolment Packs to be distributed at the AGM.

• Required to attend monthly MIKA meetings and report back to the committee about these.

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Marketing Officer - Alex Kent

• Advertises, promotes and organises the Kinder Open Day held each year in May.

• Uploads and maintains up to date information on the website as instructed.

• Collates general news and information to produce a monthly newsletter for families.

• Updates and maintains the website.

• Assists Staff and Committee members where possible with any queries regarding office computer, equipment, software and the website.

• Attends the 5-year Business Planning Sub-Committee meetings.

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Grants Officer - Matthew Wall

• Sources and applies for community and government grants.

• Prepares proposals to submit with grant applications, which may include obtaining quotes from contractors.

• Attends the 5-year Business Planning Sub-Committee meetings.

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OH&S Officer - Siobhan Dejong

• Works with the educators and committee to ensure OHS practices are being upheld and implemented.

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Maintenance Officer - Dean Taylor

• Organises and co-ordinates working bees which are held once per term.

• Arranges the replacement or repair of items around the kindergarten as required.

• Ensures the grounds are always well maintained.

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Social Committee

Fundraising - Kim Arthur & Hayley Relf

• Organises 2-3 fundraising events a term to raise money for the kindergarten.

• Sources donations to be auctioned/ raffled for various events.

• Reports monthly in the newsletter of upcoming events, goals for the funds and achievements reached.

• Works with Fundraising Assistant and Group Representatives.

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Group Representatives - Fiona Hedstrom (Apple Berries), Carly Jackson (Gum Nuts) & Alex Kent (Honey Pots)

• Organise a social activity each term for their child’s kinder group, which are vital at bringing the group together and forming friendships.

• Attend Social sub-committee meetings as required.

• Support the Fundraising Coordinator as directed.