Apply in 3 Minutes Victoria State Emergency Service

Role Length: Part-time, 3 years Meetings: As required, Half day meetings Location: Melbourne CBD, online or another location Salary: Sessional rates

About the board

The Minister for Emergency Services is pleased to invite applications for the position of Director on the Victorian State Emergency Services (VICSES) Board.

The VICSES Board is a statutory authority within the Justice and Community Safety portfolio. The VICSES Board is established under the VICSES Act and is accountable to the Minister for Police and Emergency Services. The Board consists of up to seven Directors appointed by the Governor in Council on the recommendation of the Minister. One of the Directors is appointed to be the Chairperson of the Board. The Board may exercise the powers of VICSES set out in the VICSES Act. It also monitors and influences VICSES culture and reputation.

About the role

Subject to the VICSES Act, a Director holds office for a period specified in the Instrument of Appointment which cannot exceed three years. A Director is eligible for reappointment and is entitled to receive remuneration and travelling and other allowances, as fixed by the Governor in Council, unless the Director is an employee of the public service. The Public Administration Act 2004 (other than Part 3 of the Act) applies to a director in respect of the office of Director.

The Board is responsible for the overall governance of VICSES, including:

- setting the vision, strategy and direction of VICSES, in line with Victorian Government policy

- having ultimate accountability for the functions and duties of VICSES, including emergency planning, response and recovery

- appointment, removal and performance management of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

- oversight of the performance and delivery of key policy priorities, including performance against the VICSES strategic plan objectives

- compliance with statutory obligations

- ensuring the ongoing financial viability of the organisation.

The VICSES Board ensures VICSES carries out its functions in a manner such that services provided are: effective and efficient; consistent with prudent financial management practices; and safe and secure.

In carrying out its responsibilities, the VICSES Board is supported by two standing committees.

The Risk and Audit Committee monitors and advises on matters relating to:

- risk management, compliance, external audit, internal control, internal audit, policies, corporate governance, and matters that may significantly impact the financial condition or affairs of VICSES

- occupational health and safety

- legal compliance.

The People, Culture and Remuneration Committee monitors and advises on matters relating to:

- VICSES policy and practice for executive remuneration

- performance and remuneration of the CEO and executive management team

- succession planning for the CEO and senior management positions.

The Board appoints the members and the Chair of each committee.

Who we're looking for

Not specified

What you need to apply

The Victorian Government is committed to ensuring that government boards and committees reflect the rich diversity of the Victorian community. We encourage applications from people of all ages, Aboriginal people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living in rural and regional Victoria. We will provide adjustments to the recruitment process upon request.

You do not have to disclose any personal information if you do not want to, but it can help us understand how we can support you through the recruitment process and beyond. We invite you to tell us if you identify as Aboriginal, a person with disability, from a culturally or linguistically diverse background, LGBTIQA+, people living in rural and regional Victoria, or a young person, aged 25 years old or less. If you identify as any of the aforementioned, we would welcome the opportunity to contact you and discuss how we can support you through the recruitment process. Sharing this information will help you access support should you need it and will also help us to better understand the impact of our work.

Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should address the Key Selection Criteria and include a resume and covering letter with at least two relevant professional referees. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

If you would like help understanding this document or would like to receive it in another format phone 0401 099 958, using the National Relay Service 133 677 if required, or email Angelica Suarez at Angelica.Suarez@emv.vic.gov.au .

Appointees are subject to police and probity checks undertaken routinely in accordance with current government policies. A Declaration of Private Interest is also required.

Applications close at 11:59pm on 19th of November 2025.

An independent panel will assess all applications and interview a short-list of candidates.

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