Board Directors, Game Management Authority

at  Fisher Leadership

Expressions of interest are sought for Board Directors for the Game Management Authority (GMA) for a term of up to three years.
The GMA is an independent statutory authority, reporting to the Minister for Outdoor Recreation, The Hon. Steve Dimopoulos MP. The GMA is responsible for the regulation of game hunting in Victoria. It delivers programs to improve and promote sustainable and responsible game hunting.

To be considered for a Board position, you need qualifications and/or experience in one or more of the areas listed below. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people, or those who are experienced in the outdoor recreation sector or public land management are strongly encouraged to apply.

• outdoor recreation
• Aboriginal culture and identity
• public land management
• legal practice
• communications
• wildlife biology or ecology
• animal welfare
• public administration
• game and wildlife management, including pest animal management
• game hunting
• finance or accounting
• private land management as it relates to agriculture

The positions also require Directors who will bring integrity; demonstrated honesty; a track record of acting in good faith and in the best interests of the organisation; the ability to listen, analyse, think clearly and work well with others; and a willingness to attend all meetings, ask questions and contribute in a responsible way. Previous board experience is highly regarded but not essential.
Please refer to the Information for Candidates Brief for further information about the role and requirements of GMA Directors, and for the Expression of Interest application form. To discuss this position, please contact Mr David Baber, at Fisher Leadership on 1300 347 437 or email dbaber@fisherleadership.com. Fisher Leadership is assisting the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions in this appointment.
Applications including the completed Expression of Interest form and your Curriculum Vitae are to be submitted online by visiting ‘Join a public board’ referencing GMA Board application: Name of applicant, in the subject line.
Expressions of interest close at midnight on 28 April 2024.
The Victorian Government is committed to ensuring that government agencies reflect the rich diversity of the Victorian community. We encourage applications from women, 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.
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