Non-member independent director (2 positions available)
Closing date:
Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST)
Type:
Part time
Term:
Non-ongoing/contract
Contract terms
Up to 2 years
Location:
Mildura
Victoria
Job category:
Director
Salary and conditions
To be discussed with applicants
Other
Reasonable travel and accommodation expenses incurred to attend directors’ meetings will be paid by FPMMAC.
First People of the Millewa-Mallee Aboriginal Corporation
First People of the Millewa-Mallee Aboriginal Corporation (FPMMAC) is the appointed Registered Aboriginal Party (RAP) for Country in Northwest Victoria and acts as the Prescribed Body Corporate (PBC) for native title holders. Formed by the Latji Latji, Ngintait, and Nyeri Nyeri peoples, FPMMAC is dedicated to advancing the rights, interests, and aspirations of Traditional Owners of the Millewa-Mallee region.
They work to promote, protect, and manage Aboriginal Cultural Heritage, fulfil responsibilities under the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 (Vic) and the Native Title Act 1993 (Cth), and support the cultural, political, social, and economic interests of their members.
Their mission is to ensure that the voices of Traditional Owners are heard and respected, and to lead decision-making about Country and Culture, today and for generations to come.
On 17 December 2024, the Office of the Registrar of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporations placed FPMMAC under special administration. The special administration is due to end on 19 September 2025, at which time the corporation will be returned to member control under the stewardship of a new Board.
Further information can be obtained from the FPMMAC website.
Job description/overview
As part of the governance reform during the special administration, FPMMAC is seeking expressions of interest from experienced and qualified individuals interested in being appointed as non member independent directors for a period of up to two years.
This is an opportunity to contribute to strategic oversight and governance of FPMMAC and help to shape and guide FPMMAC’s achievement of its goals. The role of the non-member independent director is to contribute expertise and balance to the board.
The board will comprise 6 member directors and up to 2 independent director positions.
Ideally an independent director brings board experience and capability to the organisation by:
- Providing independent governance advice and insights.
- Providing assistance in oversight of strategy, performance and accountability.
- Monitoring for and responding to conflicts of interest in board decisions and executive conduct.
- Evaluating performance and remuneration of executive leadership objectively.
- Demonstrating competence, availability and commitment to the role.
Candidate Requirements
Ideally, candidates will have experience and qualifications in finance, law, native title, corporate governance, or similar areas. Previous experience working with Indigenous organisations and Boards will be looked on favourably. A commitment to high standards of integrity, ethics and corporate governance is essential.
Selection and minimum necessary requirements
In selecting the candidate with the right mix of skills and expertise to join the board, applications will be assessed for their suitability and capability against the candidate requirements.
As a minimum, applicants must be willing to:
- Provide a Director Identification Number
- Undertake or provide a current a police check
- Sign a confidentiality agreement
Commitment
It is important that the successful person has sufficient capacity and willingness to dedicate time to the corporation amid other commitments. Board meetings are required to be held at least quarterly and will be held at the head office in Mildura, Vic. Some meetings may be held virtually.
How to apply
Download the information in this ad:
Further information can be obtained by contacting Jack James at jjames@rodgersreidy.com.au.
The closing date of expressions of interest is 15 August 2025. Applications may be submitted to jjames@rodgersreidy.com.au.