Council Committee Member - Infrastructure and Information Technology Committee

at  RMIT University

Overview:

• Seeking expressions of interest to join the Infrastructure and Information Technology Committee of Council.
• Based at the Melbourne City campus but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University.

About RMIT University
RMIT is a multi-sector university of technology, design and enterprise with more than 96,000 students and close to 10,000 staff globally. The University’s mission is to help shape the world through research, innovation and engagement, and to create transformative experiences for students to prepare them for life and work.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/about
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Why work at RMIT University
Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. Find out more about working at RMIT University, what we stand for and why we are an Employer of Choice.
We want to attract those who will make a difference. View RMIT’s impressive standings in university rankings.
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About the Role
RMIT Council is the governing body of the University and is responsible for the general direction and superintendence of the University. RMIT Council has established various Committees to assist with its oversight obligations under the RMIT Act and is seeking to appoint an external member to the Infrastructure and Information Technology Committee (IITC).

The primary responsibilities of IITC include:

• Oversight of the major capital infrastructure and information technology projects/investments of significant complexity, risk, or strategic significance to the organisation.
• Monitor significant projects already in progress to ensure the evidence value for money, efficiency, meet key milestone, and align with the University’s strategy.
• Monitor the University’s operating and capital expenditure on infrastructure and information technology assets and projects.
• Endorse and monitor performance of key strategic documents such as the Masterplan, Property Plan, Information and Technology Plan

A full copy of the Committee’s Terms of Reference is available at https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/governance-management/governance/council/iitc
About You

General Capability and Personal Attributes:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – the ability to work well in a group, listen well, be confident to communicate your point of view frankly and respectfully.
• Demonstrated ability to interrogate and critically analyse a wide range of information.
• Strong intellectual curiosity, good judgement and genuine interest or knowledge of the higher education sector or community organisations.
• Integrity and high ethical standards; the ability to act in the best interest of the University as a whole.
• It is preferable that appointees reside in Victoria

Experience/Qualifications:

• Non-executive director experience with medium to large scale organisations (Required)
• Experience with campus planning and development (Required)
• Strategic planning and oversight experience (Valued)
• Tertiary education experience (Valued)

Probity and conduct

All applicants will be required to undertake pre-appointment check, including:

• National Police Records Check
• Declaration of Private Interest
• Australian Financial Security Authority (AGSA) National Personal Insolvency Index (NPII) check and
• Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) Register of Persons Banned and Disqualified

If appointed, you will also be required to:

• Agree to comply with the RMIT University Council Charter as well as RMIT University Policies and Code of Conduct.
• Keep confidential all information provided to you in your role on the Committee
• Undertake an induction program on your duties and responsibly as a Committee member and the operation of the university.
• Devote sufficient time to prepare for Committee meetings.

Time Commitment

• Committee members are typically appointed for a 3-year year term and may be eligible for reappointment.
• IITC holds four meetings throughout the year; additional meetings may be held if required. Meetings typically run for 4-5 hours.
• Preparation time for IITC meetings requires a minimum of a half-day’s reading time in advance of the meeting.

Diversity
RMIT University values diversity and encourages applications from individuals of all ages, women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, individuals from rural and regional Victoria, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQI+. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be provided upon request for applicants with disabilities.
Remuneration
External Committee members are eligible for remuneration.
Note: Current staff and students of RMIT University are ineligible to apply due to the position’s similarity to that of an independent non-executive director.
To Apply
Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link.
For further information about this position, please see the position description hyperlinked below or contact Margaret Cook (Manager, Talent Acquisition) via email
Margaret.cook@rmit.edu.au
Or Nicole Knight, Associate Director University Governance,
nicole.knight@rmit.edu.au
Position Description - RMIT Council, Infrastructure and Information Technology Committee Member
Applications Close:
12 July 2024 11.59 pm
RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT. To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Kassie (Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor), via
talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information -
https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers
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• Oversight of the major capital infrastructure and information technology projects/investments of significant complexity, risk, or strategic significance to the organisation.
• Monitor significant projects already in progress to ensure the evidence value for money, efficiency, meet key milestone, and align with the University’s strategy.
• Monitor the University’s operating and capital expenditure on infrastructure and information technology assets and projects.
• Endorse and monitor performance of key strategic documents such as the Masterplan, Property Plan, Information and Technology Pla