HECC

Hungarian Educational and Cultural Centre

Current Board size: 6

Chairperson: Kata Nemeth

Vice-Chairperson: Szilvia Maroti

Secretary: Magda Toth

School coordinator: Agnes Farkas, Zsuzska McLachlan

Treasurer: Zita Takacs

General Board member: Dora Rauch

Rules of Association HECC 2019

Open positions:

Hungarian Educational and Cultural Centre

Current Board size: 5-7

Board meetings held: 4 times a year

 We are seeking expressions of interest for the following Board member positions:

HECC CHAIRPERSON

Leadership & Governance

  • Lead the Board in setting HECC’s strategic goals and ensuring good governance in line with our constitution and legislation.
  • Organise and chair the Annual General Meeting and quarterly Board meetings, facilitating inclusive and productive discussions.
  • Promote constructive dialogue while maintaining Board cohesion and transparency in decision-making.
  • Mentor and support Board members, fostering succession planning and capacity building.

Strategic Development & Community Engagement

  • Act as the public face of HECC, representing the organisation at community, cultural, and government events.
  • Build and maintain partnerships with key stakeholders: KCSP, AUSIT, WACE Board, OMI, Hungarian Association of Perth, AMPE, other community groups and language schools, and grant organisations.
  • Strengthen ties with parents, volunteers, and members, encouraging their involvement in HECC initiatives.

Operational & Administrative Duties

  • Liaise with Commonwealth Bank and other financial institutions.
  • Coordinate with the venue provider, ensuring timely payments and securing alternative venues if contracts end.
  • Update annual memberships and subscriptions (Zoom, GoDaddy, Liability Insurance).
  • Assist the Head of School with enrolments: prepare advertisements, contact parents, and check tuition fee payments.
  • Monitor grant opportunities (OMI, Lotterywest, GrantConnect, Bethlen Gábor Alapkezelő) and submit applications to ensure financial sustainability.
  • Oversee opening/closing of the school building for Saturday Nebulo sessions, including arming/disarming security systems.
  • Maintain and update HECC’s Nebulo Facebook page and nebuloschool.com website.
  • Create flyers and advertisements for events, and support planning of community programs, fundraising, and cultural activities.

Candidate Requirements

  • Strategic thinking, ability to convey constructive questioning and suggestions, able to promote discussions and debate within the bounds of board cohesion.
  • Understanding of board decision making.
  • Passion for the cause – be a responsible member and advocate of HECC community organisation.
  • The ability to commit the time required for the role and for the board meetings.
  • Understanding shared values such as support of the Hungarian community group and the Nebulo Hungarian School through educational and cultural events that build networks between Hungarian and other community organisations.
  • Assisting in the planning and implementation of community enhancing programs, fundraising, and cultural events.
  • Promoting socially, emotionally and physically safe and supportive environment for children, parents and other members within the community.
  • Sound knowledge of English language and fluency in Hungarian.
  • At least two years of work experience in Australia.

HEAD OF SCHOOL (Nebulo Hungarian School in Perth)

HECC is a not-for-profit association with a major goal to promote the smooth running of the NEBULO Hungarian School.  The promotion of the Hungarian language and culture in accordance with the aspirations and opinions of the members of the Association, whether it be educational, recreational, social or cultural.

Candidates should possess:

  • Strategic thinking, ability to convey constructive questioning and suggestions, able to promote discussions and debate within the bounds of board cohesion.
  • Understanding of board decision making.
  • Passion for the cause – be a responsible member of HECC community organisation.
  • The ability to commit the time required for the role and for the board meetings.
  • Understanding shared values such as support of the Hungarian community group and the Nebulo Hungarian School through educational and cultural events that build networks between Hungarian and other community organisations.
  • Assisting in the planning and implementation of community enhancing programs, fundraising, and cultural events.
  • Promoting socially, emotionally and physically safe and supportive environment for children, parents and other members within the community.
  • Sound knowledge of English language and fluency in Hungarian.
  • At least two years of work experience in Australia.

Responsibilities:

  • Organises two group meetings for Nebulo teachers at the beginning of Semesters – together with Principal Lecturer – discusses teaching dates, calendar events. Delegates tasks, direction for the Semester.
  • Arranges the Teacher’s Pack at the beginning of Semester 1 of the year: templates, curriculum, lesson plans, student reports, volunteer agreement, WWC currency, code of conduct, AMPE requirements, Child safe code of conduct, student information, recommended websites and facebook pages, teaching resources.
  • Liaises with parents and Nebulo Teachers via emails: send email reminders before each sessions, send information about grants, workshops, educational events, AMPE events.
  • Liaises with HECC Board about current issues, difficulties.
  • Liaises with other stakeholders: KCSP, AUSIT, WACE Board, OMI, Hungarian Association at Perth, AMPE and other Community groups or Language schools.
  • Liaises with the contact person of the venue provider.
  • Completes and updates PIP (Pathway to Improvement Program) documents to meet OMI standards for community language teaching.
  • Coordinates Enrolment: creates advertisement, contacts parents, checks tuition fee payments at the end of semesters. Provides the list of enrolled students to the Principal Lecturer.
  • With the help of HECC Board ensures the continuity of teaching and the hire of new venue, in case of termination of the contract of the hired venue.
  • Parents’ Questionnaire: designs and sends a survey to parents at the end of the year, analyses results.
  • Arranges substitute teachers if needed, organises parents’ roster for the kindy group.
  • Arranges parents/teachers meeting once a year.
  • Organises two Nebulo Camps per year – delegates tasks to teachers, parents.
  • (Theme selection, organises teachers, parent volunteers for the day, resources, food preparation)
  • Opens / Closes the school building on Saturday Nebulo sessions. (Arms / Disarms security systems)
  • Updates: Nebulo FB site, nebuloschool.com website.
  • Creates flyers, advertisements for events.

HECC SECRETARY 

The Secretary plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation and governance of the Hungarian Educational and Cultural Centre (HECC). The position requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication.

Governance & Compliance

  • Maintain an up-to-date copy of HECC’s rules and constitution in accordance with legal requirements.
  • Keep a record of committee members and other persons authorised to act on behalf of the Association.
  • Maintain the register of members, recording any changes in membership as required by law.
  • Ensure the safe custody of all HECC books and records, except financial records, statements, and reports.

Meeting Management & Administration

  • Consult with the Chairperson to plan the business of committee meetings and general meetings.
  • Prepare and distribute notices for meetings and agendas for the business to be conducted.
  • Maintain full and accurate minutes of committee meetings and general meetings.
  • Deal with HECC correspondence efficiently and in a timely manner.

Additional Duties

  • Carry out any other duties assigned by the Committee or outlined in HECC rules.
  • Support the Chairperson and Board in day-to-day operations and communication as needed.

HECC TREASURER 

The Treasurer plays a crucial role in ensuring the financial health, transparency, and accountability of the Hungarian Educational and Cultural Centre (HECC). The position requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a good understanding of financial management and compliance.

Financial Management

  • Ensure all amounts payable to HECC are collected and receipts issued in the Association’s name.
  • Ensure all payments received are correctly credited to the appropriate HECC account.
  • Make timely payments authorised by the Board or general meetings.
  • Coordinate the preparation of financial statements or financial reports in accordance with HECC’s tier classification and relevant legislation.
  • Ensure safe custody of all HECC financial records, statements, and reports.

Compliance & Governance

  • Ensure compliance with relevant requirements of Part 5 of the Associations Incorporation Act.
  • Assist auditors or reviewers conducting audits or reviews of HECC’s financial statements or reports.
  • Maintain transparency and accountability in all financial matters.

Additional Duties

  • Carry out any other duties assigned by the Committee or outlined in HECC rules.
  • Provide financial advice and guidance to the Chairperson and Board to support strategic decision-making.

HECC GENERAL BOARD MEMBER

  • Participate in Board meetings and contribute to strategic discussions and decision-making.
  • Support the planning and implementation of community programs, fundraising, and cultural events.
  • Advocate for HECC’s mission and values within the community.
  • Assist with governance, policy development, and organisational planning.
  • Collaborate with other Board members to ensure the effective operation and long-term sustainability of HECC.
  • Support the Chairperson, Treasurer, Secretary, and Head of School in their roles when needed.

Candidate Requirements

  • Passion for HECC’s mission and values.
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to commit time for Board meetings and community events.
  • Experience in governance, community engagement, education, or cultural programs is desirable but not mandatory.
  • Fluency in Hungarian and good English communication skills are preferred.

HECC Board CV

To apply, please complete the attached Board CV and send it to nebulo.perth@gmail.com by Friday, 31 October 2025, 5:00 PM.