Australian Institute of Family Studies

Management and Service Provision - Resources

Information and resources on topics that are relevant to the management and delivery of services and programs, including evaluation, governance, risk management, contracts, leadership and intersectoral collaborations. Suggestions for inclusions are always welcome at afrc@aifs.gov.au.

Australian Women's Mentoring Network

The AWMN provides women from any professional, personal or ethnic background access to a mentor of their choice who can offer advice and support concerning career and work/life balance issues, based on their own professional and life experiences, and skills.

Developing and Managing Contracts (PDF 1.5M)

Published by the Australian National Audit Office, this publication includes a discussion on developing a contract, commencing from the point where a decision is made on the engagement of a contractor as a result of a tender or other procurement process.

Guidelines for bridging service provider gaps - Disability Services Commission WA (PDF 878K)

The guidelines are designed to provide ideas for individuals with disabilities, their families, service providers and community organisations to help overcome service provider gaps. May also assist other service providers and community groups to review their current arrangements.

Leadership Resource Centre Help Sheets - ourcommunity.com.au
Free help sheets that provide tips and guidance on leadership and management in community organisations.
Management Alternatives for Human Services

Management Alternatives Pty Ltd is a management consultancy business specialising in work for the community based, non-profit, welfare and church organisations and government, especially those providing human services. Resources on the site include information on governance, planning, evaluation, risk management, writing policy and organisational manuals and quality improvement.

National Institute of Governance

The National Institute of Governance at the University of Canberra has a range of resources and services available to support non-profit organisations achieve good governance. Templates designed to help organisations further develop governance practices in the context of their own culture, mission and operations are also available through the Institute.

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