Join Victoria University's Nominations Committee

Victoria University (VU) is one of only six universities in Australia to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education, with two education facilities in Brisbane and Sydney and campuses in the CBD and the Western regions of Melbourne as follows: City Campus; Footscray Nicholson Campus; Footscray Park Campus; St Albans Campus; Sunshine Campus; and Werribee Campus. VU's reach extends beyond Australia through a growing global presence, including VU India.

VU is a bold and progressive dual sector University – evidenced by the implementation of an Australian first, the VU First Year College® (FYC) and the VU Block Model®.

VU is renowned for its areas of research specialisation, strongly aligned to its TAFE and Higher Education offer, these include Sports and Exercise Science (ranked 7th in the world) as well as Policy Studies, Water; Green Research translation; Immunology and Early Childhood Education, to name a few.

VU has a strategic commitment to being a thriving place to work and study and to progressive inclusivity and diversity. We are one of Australia’s most culturally and socially diverse universities, and our international students are highly valued contributors to the VU community.

Role Overview:

As an Independent External Member of the Nominations Committee (the Committee), you will play a pivotal role in guiding Victoria University towards continued growth and success.

The Victoria University Nominations

Committee is a formally constituted committee of Council with particular responsibility for providing Council with strategic advice,



oversight and recommendations in relation to governance appointments and succession planning, including Council and committee membership. This includes oversight of processes for identifying, assessing and recommending candidates to ensure an appropriate balance of skills, experience and diversity aligned to the University’s governance requirements. Your insights and leadership will contribute to shaping the future of our institution.

Committee Functions Include:

- Coordinate and make recommendations for the appointment of members to Council, including government‑appointed, Council‑appointed and elected categories, in accordance with the Victoria University Act 2010.
- Make recommendations to Council on membership of Council standing committees to ensure appropriate composition and capability
- Evaluate candidates having regard to legislative requirements, including fit and proper person criteria, and whether they possess appropriate skills, knowledge, experience and personal attributes.
- Consider the overall composition of Council and committees, including balance of skills, experience, independence and diversity.
- Consider succession planning for Council and committee roles to maintain continuity,



capability and effective governance.

Primary Skills Requirement and Qualifications:

We are currently looking for an individual with demonstrated expertise relevant to the Committee’s functions, including Board or senior executive search, selection and appointment processes.

Additionally, the candidate will possess:

a. Contemporary knowledge, experience, and leadership at a senior executive level within a large private or public sector organisation.

b. AICD Company Directors Course qualifications, or equivalent, are highly desirable.

Remuneration and Commitments:

Committee Members receive remuneration in accordance with State Government Guidelines.

Commitments include three Committee meetings annually. The Chair may call special meetings as required.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about contributing to VU's strategic ambitions and fostering positive change, we invite you to download the Application Guidelines for the Nominations Committee. For inquiries or a confidential discussion, please contact Governance and Secretariat on [email protected].

Closing Date:

Expressions of Interest close at midnight on Thursday 10 September 2026.

Victoria University is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse setting. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including female, gender diverse, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and those from underrepresented communities. Join us in shaping a brighter future for our community and beyond.

📌 Nominations Committee - External Independent Member (Melbourne)
🏢 Victoria University
📍 Melbourne