We are seeking new Board Directors
MAV is on the lookout for two dynamic, innovative and creative individuals to join our Board of Directors.
Edited on 30 April 2024: an earlier version stated that you must be a member of MAV by 27 April for eligibility. This has now been waived. The deadline to submit has been extended to 15 May 2024.
Collage artwork for RETROSPECTION by Melissa Tidah-Him.
MAV (Multicultural Arts Victoria) operates under the guidance of a volunteer Board. The Board is accountable to members, funders and sponsors requiring them to perform their roles professionally, with integrity, and in the public interest.
The MAV Board sets the goals and objectives of MAV and delegates the achievement of those goals and objectives to the MAV management team.
The Board’s key accountabilities include:
The development and maintenance of MAV’s vision and values.
Approving and supporting MAV’s strategic vision and values.
Ensuring MAV operates within the law.
Developing and monitoring finances and financial strategy to ensure that MAV is financially secure and not trading insolvently.
Ensuring compliance with Contractual Obligations to other parties, including funding agreements.
Recruiting, overseeing and supporting the Chief Executive Officer to manage the organisation.
Overseeing risk management for MAV.
Representing MAV positively by developing and extending MAV’s networks.
Subcommittees include:
Development and advocacy
Finance, Audit and Risk
Governance
Board Director Roles & Responsibilities:
Knowledge and understanding of MAV’s Constitution and Strategic Plan.
Comply with their duties as directors under the MAV constitution, policies and procedures and relevant legislation.
Act in good faith in the best interests of the company and to further its charitable purpose.
Not to misuse their position as director.
Not to misuse information that they gain in their role as director.
To disclose any perceived or material conflicts of interest.
To ensure that the financial affairs of the company are managed responsibly.
Be active participants in board activities, including attending meetings, joining subcommittees, and preparing for meetings in advance.
Treat other members with professionalism, courtesy, and respect to create a positive and healthy work environment.
Current Vacancies:
In accordance with MAV’s Constitution, two Board Director positions on MAV’s Board are vacant at the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) to be held on Tuesday, 28 May 2024.
The Board has undertaken a skills and experience analysis and has determined that the technical skills and expertise listed below will complement the current Board profile, and is seeking nominations from candidates with demonstrated exposure to/experience in:
Financial management
HR, governance and/or legal skills
Corporate, business and/or entrepreneurial skills
Building strategic, high level partnerships
Fundraising from major donors, companies, government, trusts and foundations
High level experience in the development and delivery of creative and performance programs
Experience as an artist, arts manager, worker or programmer/curator
Strong links to multicultural communities and/or lived experience as a multicultural person.
Eligibility criteria
To be eligible to stand for election, the nominee must:
Be 18 years or older
Be a person who identifies as CALD and/or a person who has migrated to Australia
Have experience in policy, law, finance, arts, programs, advocacy, HR, marketing and/or fundraising
Application and selection process
Nominations require responses to 2 key questions which detail a candidate’s motivation and suitability for the position.
Nominees are invited to present their suitability at the AGM. Members attending the AGM vote for the most suitable nominee/s to join the Board.
Both successful and unsuccessful nominees will be contacted by the Chair within 24 hours of the AGM with the results of the voting process.
Please ensure your nomination is provided to us no later than 5pm (AEST) on 15 May 2024.
If you have any questions about the nomination process or the role of a director, please contact MAV Board Secretary Michael van Vliet, at michaelavanvliet@gmail.com
Related links: About the Board
