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Board vacancies

From time to time, the opportunity arises for members of the public to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) and undergo the selection process for a board appointment.

Current vacancies (Expressions of Interest)

Committee of Management - forthcoming vacancies on The Mint Incorporated

The Minister for Environment and Climate Change is seeking expressions of interest for seven positions on The Mint Incorporated committee of management for a 3 year term, to commence on 1 December 2013.

The Mint Inc is an incorporated body established under the Crown Land (Reserves) Act 1978, to manage heritage sites across Victoria by undertaking significant conservation works to protect their heritage values and provide a viable commercial or community use. The Mint Inc is responsible to the Minister for Environment and Climate Change, the Hon. Ryan Smith MP.

Applicants will be shortlisted on the basis of their skills, experience and knowledge; in one or more of the following areas: business management; finance or accounting; property and asset management; leasing and licensing; property/land law; building/heritage conservation; public relations/marketing; and public sector/governance.

The Mint Inc generally meets once a month in central Melbourne and members are appointed for a term of up to three years. Candidates other than executive level public sector employees may be entitled to receive remuneration for their service on this government body.

The Victorian Government is committed to ensuring the diversity of our committees of management represent the diversity of our communities. Women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities, young people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Application forms can be obtained by contacting Kerry Henningsen on Phone (03) 9637 9367.

Expressions of Interest close COM Monday 24 June 2013.

Other

In addition to any vacancies listed above, from time-to-time vacancies may be advertised:

  • on the DEPI Home page
  • depending on the target audience, in major metropolitan, community and regional newspapers and in industry publications.

You can also call our general enquiries number on 136 186.


Information for applicants - the selection process

You must provide the information specified in the advertisement.  Prior to appointment, you must consent to certain probity checks (including a police check) and complete a Declaration of Private Interests form.

Merit selection

The principles of merit selection and due process apply to the selection of board members. Factors which may be considered when evaluating a candidate's application include:

  • statutory requirements
  • the candidate's skills and attributes
  • government policy
  • the skills mix that is already present on the board.

Statutory requirements

The agency's establishing Act may have specific requirements in relation to the composition of the board or appointment of members, for example:

  • the Zoological Parks and Gardens Act 1995 requires the board to be comprised of people who have collective expertise in various fields, including zoology or veterinary science, business management, and education.

Skills and Attributes

Effective board performance requires a range of skills and personal attributes:

  • some skills and attributes are important for every board member to possess - e.g. integrity, strategic thinking, and the ability to contribute constructively as a team member
  • other skills and attributes are important for the board to possess collectively (rather than every individual board member)  - e.g. many boards are comprised of a mix of board members with particular expertise and qualifications and members who are exemplary in stakeholder relations and community engagement.

Boards should reflect the community

It is Government policy for the membership of public sector boards to reflect the composition of the Victorian community, including: women, indigenous peoples, youth, people with a disability, and people from a culturally diverse background.

Probity checks

Personal and professional integrity are vital attributes for a board member. Before a person may be appointed to a board, he or she must give DEPI approval to undertake a police check and related probity checks.

Declaration of Private Interests (DoPI)

Prior to being appointed to a board, an applicant must complete a Declaration of Private Interests (DoPI).

Secure storage of information provided

The results of probity checks and information provided by candidates as part of their application are:

Further information about the role and duties of board members

For further information in relation to board appointments and the duties and responsibilities of board members see: