- Location: Sydney, NSW; Melbourne, VIC; Brisbane, QLD; Adelaide, SA; Canberra, ACT; Perth, WA
- Remuneration and allowances are set by the Remuneration Tribunal.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

The Veterans’ Review Board (VRB) is a specialist, high-volume tribunal providing independent merits review of decisions concerning the entitlements and compensation of veterans, serving members of the Australian Defence Force and their families. The VRB seeks to resolve applications fairly, informally, efficiently and at the earliest appropriate opportunity.

Applications are invited for appointment as part-time Senior Members, Services Members and Members in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra and Perth. Regional applicants are welcome; however, the Board cannot pay travel costs to a Board office for applicants based outside these locations. Approved interstate travel for sittings is paid in accordance with applicable Remuneration Tribunal allowances.

Appointments are made by the Governor-General on the recommendation of the Minister for Veterans’ Affairs for a term of up to five years.

REMUNERATION AND WORK ARRANGEMENTS

Remuneration and allowances are set by the Remuneration Tribunal. Currently, the daily fee is $1,078 for a Senior Member and $923 for a Services Member or Member.

Work is sessional and scheduled quarterly in three-month blocks. Members indicate their availability and may be offered sittings during the relevant period. Because workload varies, no minimum amount of work is guaranteed.

On dispute resolution days, members will usually conduct five outreach events of approximately 15–30 minutes each. On hearing days, three applications are generally listed in the morning, with preparation before hearings and completion of reasons ordinarily occurring that day. Members must be available for full business hours on sitting days and able to prepare clear reasons and work collaboratively on multi-member panels.





Successful applicants will receive induction training and are expected to participate in the Board’s continuing professional education program, Learn and Connect.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential requirements

- Ability to manage cases using dispute resolution skills and conduct hearings fairly and efficiently.
- Ability to make decisions and deliver transparent, concise and cogent oral and written reasons in a timely manner.
- Conceptual and analytical skills, including identifying relevant issues, determining facts, interpreting and applying legislation, and assessing competing arguments and evidence.
- Experience with electronic case management systems, digital material and virtual hearings using Microsoft Teams.
- Ability to contribute to multi-member panels and professional education.
- Organisational skills, including meeting deadlines and working under pressure.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Integrity, impartiality, tact and courtesy.

Desirable attributes

- Knowledge of issues affecting veterans, serving ADF members and their families.
- Medical or health qualified experience.

Applicants interested in appointment as a Services Member must submit a nomination/ recommendation letter from a national ex-service organisation for appointment to the VRB.

HOW TO APPLY

Email the completed application form and all supporting documents to [email protected] by no later than 5pm Wednesday, 28 October 2026.

The assessment process will be run in accordance with the Australian Government’s Appointment Framework.

Applications will be assessed against the selection criteria. Suitable applicants may be shortlisted for interview. The appointment process is detailed and applicants should allow up to six months between the close of applications and notification of outcomes.

For further information, contact the Executive Officer, Ms Ariane Mandavy, on 0475 167 644.

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APPLICATION DOCUMENTATION

STAT-2026-5264 - Member Appointment Application From

Private Interests Declaration and Attachment

📌 Senior Members, Service Members and Members (Sydney)
🏢 Department of Veterans' Affairs
📍 Sydney