Cadet Board Director

Part Time

Daytime and Evening Availability Required

1 Year Tenure

Applications close 5pm Friday 20th September

We have an exciting opportunity for someone who is interested in joining our Board in a Cadet capacity for an initial duration of 12 months. The Cadet position provides first-hand experience on the Board with the opportunity to contribute to all matters as a non-voting Director.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain Board exposure while being supported to develop your experience. We are looking for people with passion, innovation and complementary skills. Those with experience in Training, Secondary and post-secondary education and Human Resources will be viewed favourably.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Attributes:

• Experience of working with or on committees or boards is preferred;
• Capacity in one or more of the capabilities needed by CCG such as: industry or specific community knowledge/experience relevant to CCG programs, training and education, human resources, governance, strategy, business & finance, legal, community & stakeholder advocacy, philanthropy, government relations and policy, risk management.
• Capacity to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with board members, community members, management and staff at all levels;
• Knowledge and understanding of contemporary educational philosophies including adult learning principles and the Education and Training sector or willingness to learn;
• Willingness to undertake governance professional development and to pursue continuous improvement;
• Capacity to work within timelines and to complete assigned tasks within set timeframe;
• Ability to maintain organisational confidentiality;
• Financial experience or willingness to learn;
• Highly developed communication, interpersonal and presentation skills;
• Clear Police Check;
• Clear Working with Children Check.

General Responsibilities:

• Be informed and promote the mission, vision and values of CCG;
• Ensure good governance of CCG;
• Contribute to the safety of all students by adhering to the Child Safe Policies, Procedures and Codes of Conduct to ensure all students with CCG are in a culturally safe and inclusive learning environment. CCG is a child safe organisation with zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all students. CCG supports and adheres to Child Safety Standards;
• Ensure the Purpose and Objectives of the Company as set out in the Company’s Constitution is met;
• With other Directors of the Board, formulate strategy and oversee its implementation, make policies, ensure accountability and supervise executive functions
• Active participation in board meetings;
• Attend 75% of meetings over the twelve-month period;
• Build a collegial working relationship with other Directors that contributes to Board consensus;
• Stay informed about board matters, prepare well for meetings, and review and comment on minutes and reports;
• Participate in Board review processes;
• Increase public awareness of CCG and its programs;
• Follow conflict of interest and confidentiality policies;
• Participate in strategic financial planning, annual budget and capital expenditure setting and approvals;
• Serve on a minimum of 1 sub-committee or take on special assignments or other working committees as approved by the Board.

Time Demands:

As a Cadet Board Member, you will have the time to commit to Board Meetings and in representing the Board at various CCG events.

• There will be approximately eleven monthly Board meetings which are held from 5.30pm to 8.30pm, plus strategic planning meetings. These meetings will take place at various CCG locations or via web/phone as preferred by Board members. Sub-committee meetings are also held.
• CCG has a volunteer Board. A professional development budget is available and costs for PD expenses including travel and accommodation is approved by the Board.

To apply, please visit our job page www.ccg.asn.au/jobs and upload your expression of interest letter (briefly describing why you would like to join our Board and the skills and experience you would bring) and resume addressed to the Chair of the Board.

To be eligible for consideration as a cadet board member you will need to have a Clear Police Check and Working with Children Check (WWC).

CCG adheres to Victorian Public Health directions and advice from the Department of Education relating to all employees and volunteers working in the Education sector.

Community College Gippsland (CCG) is a child safe organisation with zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all students. CCG supports and adheres to Child Safety Standards.

United we belong. Together we thrive.

The CCG community welcomes people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities. We are enhanced by our diversity and learn through inclusion, respect and understanding.

At CCG we:

• Provide a safe and inclusive environment that is free from discrimination.
• Empower students and harness their uniqueness through voice and agency.
• Ensure equal employment opportunities for all and encourage the participation of underrepresented staff.
• Celebrate the differences of our people and recognise their unique contributions to our community.