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Carmichael is inviting interested parties to submit proposals to review the overall effectiveness of how our Board does its work and how its structures and processes align with the implementation of our Strategy.

It is expected that through desk research, questionnaire, a series of engagements with the board, its sub-committees and other relevant people from the executive, the consultant appointed will complete their work with a report which contains a series of recommendations to improve Carmichael’s Board Effectiveness.

The closing date for receipt of tenders is February 19th 2023.

Tenders should be emailed to Róisín McGuigan (roisin@carmichaelireland.ie)

Please see Request For Tender document attached for detail.
Board Evaluation Request for Tender 2023

Improving Your Nonprofit’s Annual Report February 9th 2023 13.10-14.00

Carmichael is delighted to provide free training webinars on relevant themes for nonprofits. In this webinar nonprofits of all sizes will gain tips and advice from an expert panel on how to improve the content and narrative of their Annual Report.

Sign up for webinar here:https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/lunch-learn-improving-your-nonprofits-annual-report-tickets-513824311347

The panel-led session draws on the experience and knowledge of judges and assessors from the Good Governance Awards. They will outline what is required to ensure that your Annual Report is relevant, impactful and engaging.

The panel consists of:

Aedín Morkan: Partner, Audit & Assurance, Mazars
Níall Fitzgerald: Head of Ethics & Governance, Chartered Accountants Ireland
Geraldine O’Sullivan: Manager, Kerry Volunteer Centre
Andrew Madden: Learning & Development Manager, Carmichael

The panel will be chaired by Diarmaid Ó Corrbuí, CEO of Carmichael and Founder of the Good Governance Awards.

We will be taking a break over Christmas and the New Year.

We will close on Friday 23rd December and be back open on Tuesday January 3rd 2023.

If you need anything from us before then please get in touch.

Carmichael Good Governance Awards Winner 2022

The Good Governance Awards recognises and encourages adherence to good governance by non-profit organisations in Ireland. The awards were developed by Carmichael with the support of our partners and leading national bodies in the non-profit sector.

The winners of the Good Governance Awards 2022 were announced at our Awards Ceremony on Thursday November 17th.

Congratulations to our 7 Good Governance Awards winners!

 

Category 1: NiteLine Dublin

 

Category 2: Breaking Through CLG

 

Category 3: Mental Health Reform

 

Category 4: The Ark, Dublin

 

Category 5: Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation

 

Category 6: Barnardos Ireland

 

Category 7: Trocaire

 

We had a fantastic night. Thanks to the more than 150 attendees for being a part of it!

Carmichael Good Governance Awards for Non-Profit Organisations

The Good Governance Awards recognises and encourages adherence to good governance by nonprofit organisations in Ireland. The awards were developed by Carmichael with the support of our partners and leading national bodies in the nonprofit sector.

The winners of the Good Governance Awards 2022 will be announced at our Awards Ceremony on Thursday November 17th 18.00-20.00 at Chartered Accountants Ireland, Pearse St, Dublin 2. Book your free ticket here!

Shortlist for Category 1; for volunteer only and organisations with an annual turnover of less than €50,000

Shortlist for Category 2; for volunteer only and organisations with an annual turnover of between €50,000 and €250,000

Shortlist for Category 3; for organisations with an annual turnover of between €250,000 and €1 million

Shortlist for Category 4: for organisations with an annual turnover of between €1 million and €5 million

Shortlist for Category 5: for organisations with an annual turnover of between €5 million and €15 million

Shortlist for Category 6; for organisations with an annual turnover of between €15 million and €50 million.

Shortlist for Category 7; for organisations with an annual turnover of over €50 million.

 

The awards ceremony will be held on Thursday November 17th. Book your tickets here!