Board Director

BOARD DIRECTORS

Monthly Meetings

Daytime and Evening Availability Required

3 Year Tenure

Role Commences September 2025

Applications Close Monday 7 July 2025

Seeking Board Directors wanting to make a difference

Community College Gippsland (CCG) is a registered charity committed to positively changing lives and enhancing social inclusion through the transformative power of education.

CCG is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors that is committed to providing not for profit education to the local community, from secondary levels to adult education. The Board is comprised of community representatives from diverse backgrounds and industries, who volunteer their time to contribute to providing progressive education to our community through innovative and customised education and training services. The Board is supported by a Chief Executive Officer who leads CCG's Senior Leadership Team.

We are looking for candidates with a passion for developing people, who can bring innovative ideas and skills to our team, and open opportunities for our services to be delivered to the community when and where they are needed.

We are particularly seeking candidates with skills, knowledge and industry experience in secondary education, VET/RTO training and learner wellbeing (especially youth). Knowledge and networks in philanthropy and education advocacy, media marketing and public relations, digital transformations and cybersecurity would also be looked upon favourably.

People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those who have experience with disability and working with young people to improve their circumstances are encouraged to apply.

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.
• Ability to work with a wide range of community stakeholders.
• Knowledge and understanding of contemporary educational philosophies including adult learning principles and the education and training sector.
• 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.
• Knowledge of Education and Training sectors or willingness to learn.
• Financial experience.
• Highly developed communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Clear Police check.
• Clear Working with Children check.
• Applied for and/or have acquired a Director Identification Number (Director ID).

General Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate by personal behaviours the values of CCG.
• 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 are 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 per year.
• 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 other working committees as approved by the Board.

Time Demands:

As a 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 ranging from quarterly to monthly meetings.
• 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 learn more and view the position description, please visit our website

To apply please visit our job page and upload your expression of interest (including a brief description of the skills and experience you would bring to our Board) and resume by Monday, 7 July 2025.

To be eligible for consideration as a board member you must be able to make two declarations, available at the links below. You will also need to have a Clear Police check and Working with Children check.

Please ensure you will be able to make these declarations and checks before applying.

• Schools Fit and Proper Persons Declaration (VRQA)
• Vet Fit and Proper Persons Declaration (VRQA)

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.