The purpose of this policy and procedure is to ensure Empowering Connection maintains leadership continuity, organisational stability and workforce capability through effective succession planning.

This policy and procedure applies to the Board of Directors, management and staff and meets relevant legislation, regulations and standards.

Applicable NDIS Practice Standards

Governance and Operational Management

Outcome

Each participant’s support is overseen by robust governance and operational management systems relevant (proportionate) to the size and scale of the provider and the scope and complexity of supports delivered.

Indicators

• Governance systems support continuity of leadership and operational decision-making.
• Workforce planning supports sustainability and continuity of supports.
• Key roles are identified and planned for to minimise disruption to services.

Definitions

Succession planning

A systematic process to identify and develop internal people with the potential to fill key leadership or critical roles in the organisation.

Key role

A position critical to the ongoing operation, governance or service delivery of Empowering Connection.

Policy

Empowering Connection is committed to proactive succession planning to support continuity of leadership, minimise service disruption and maintain high-quality, safe and effective service delivery.