GP 7: Executive Governance Charter
| Policy Number: |
GP 7 |
Approve Date: |
September 2025 |
| Review Frequency: |
Triennial |
*May be reviewed earlier as required |
1. Source of Authority
The Executive Director, Governance role is established under this governance policy.
2. Establishment
2.1. The Executive Director, Governance is the designated employee of the College.
2.2. The Executive Director, Governance reports organizationally to the CEO & Registrar and supports the Chair and committee chairs in fulfilling their governance and regulatory obligations.
2.3. Where the Executive Director, Governance is absent or unable to act, or the role is vacant, the CEO & Registrar will designate another employee to perform the duties and responsibilities as outlined in this Charter.
3. Duties and Responsibilities
3.1. The Executive Director, Governance provides oversight for the governance functions of the College, supporting a transparent, accountable, and effective Council and committee structure. The Executive Director, Governance shall advance the CRNA’s governance maturity and performance, and therefore shall:
3.1.1. Provide leadership in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Council and committee governance practices, aligned with legislation, strategic directions, organizational values and regulatory obligations.
3.1.2. Serve as a strategic advisor to the Chair, committee chairs, Council members, and the CEO & Registrar on governance matters including trends, governance effectiveness, accountability and continuous improvement.
3.1.3. Oversee governance policy reviews, including development of new policies and periodic revisions of existing policies.
3.1.4. Support the Chair, committee chairs, and Council members to ensure their roles and responsibilities are carried out effectively and in accordance with governance documents.
3.1.5. Ensure Council and committee meeting planning, agendas, materials, logistics and minutes are delivered to a high standard and in accordance with the expectations set in the Council Charter or by the Chair.
3.1.6. Oversee the preparation and quality assurance of briefing materials, decision frameworks and governance documents for Council and committees.
3.1.7. Coordinate the development and implementation of Council and committee annual governance work plans.
3.1.8. Ensure corporate records, legal documents, decisions of Council and other official documentation are appropriately maintained.
3.2. The Executive Director, Governance shall advance the performance of the Council and its Council members and therefore shall:
3.2.1. Ensure the facilitation of the onboarding, orientation and ongoing education of Council and committee members, including governance training and policy interpretation support.
3.2.2. Manage performance evaluation processes for the Council, committees, and CEO & Registrar, including coordination of feedback and assessment tools.
3.2.3. Oversee the timely communication and flow of information between Council, committees, the CEO & Registrar and other senior leaders.
3.2.4. Ensure governance-related expense claims are processed in accordance with College policies and guidelines.
3.3. The Executive Director, Governance will support the reputation of the Council and organization and therefore shall:
3.3.1. Ensure governance compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements and promote best practices in governance throughout the organization.
3.3.2. Represent the College in external governance-related forums as appropriate and contribute to governance thought leadership in the regulatory environment.
3.3.3. Work closely with the Chair, CEO & Registrar, College leadership and partners on governance matters fostering effective relationships.
3.4. Perform other governance-related duties as may be assigned by the Chair and/or CEO & Registrar from time to time.