Appointed Director Duty Statement - 2024
Legal & Governance
About Little Athletics Victoria
Little Athletics Victoria (LAVic) is a not-for-profit, state governing body for Little Athletics in Victoria providing modified track and field competition for children. A key objective of LAVic is to develop children of all abilities by promoting positive attitudes and a healthy lifestyle through family and community involvement in athletics activities.
LAVic is one of six member state associations affiliated with Little Athletics Australia. Its membership, extending across Victoria and into southern New South Wales, consists of approximately 17,500 athletes competing at 98 Centres across the state. Nationally approximately 100,000 athletes participate in programs. The sport in Victoria is administered by a staff of 11 (7 full time; 4 casual) and is based at Lakeside Stadium at Albert Park.
Victoria is segmented into seven Regions, each with their own committee (formal extensions of the LAVic Board).
Little Athletics Victoria embraces a culture of inclusion and equal opportunity, regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, cultural background, caring responsibilities, disability, or socio-economic background.
The LAVic Board
The LAVic Board comprises 7 elected members plus 2 appointed independent Directors.
Given the diversity of the responsibilities of the Directors, applications are being sought from a wide range of candidates.
This is a unique opportunity to share your strategic ideas and experiences with a membership-based State Sporting Organisation which has a direct and positive impact on local communities throughout Victoria. Experience working on a Board is not essential.
Key Board Responsibilities
The LAVic Board provides leadership and governance for:
- Oversight of the business operations;
- Oversight of governance responsibilities;
- Oversight of financial management;
- Compliance with OHS responsibilities;
- Review of organisational and program reports; and
- Development & delivery of LAVic strategic plans.
Child safety
Little Athletics Victoria is committed to providing a child safe environment in accordance with the 11 Child Safe Standards set out by the Commission for Children and Young People.
Committee contribution.
LAVic has a number of committees of the Board: Performance & Nominations, Finance & Audit, Governance & Risk, and Region Advisory Committee. Each Director is required to sit on a minimum of two (2) committees.
Length of Term
A Director may be appointed for a term of up to two years, the term of which will be determined by the Board. An appointed Director can only be reappointed for subsequent terms of up to two years. At the end of their terms, appointed Directors can nominate for election as Elected Directors, but cannot serve as a Director for more than six consecutive years.
Meetings and Time Commitment
The Board meets on the 3rd Tuesday of most months. Meetings typically run from 6.30pm to 8.30pm. Additionally, committee meetings are held periodically. Attendance of the Annual General Meeting and any Special Board meetings is expected.
Workplace inclusion
Little Athletics Victoria embraces a culture of inclusion, equal opportunity, and advancement in employment regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, cultural background, caring responsibilities, disability, or socio-economic background.
Conflicts of interest
LAVic Directors are required to comply with the Conflict of Interest Policy, a copy of which can be found HERE.
Remuneration
LAVic Directors are paid a Director’s fee at the rate of $1,800 per annum inclusive of superannuation.
Website
LAVic has a comprehensive website which includes information and news items on all facets of its activities, services and programmes.
The website address is: lavic.com.au.
Selection Criteria
LAVic is looking to appoint an independent Director that collectively possesses the following personal and professional skills and qualifications:
- Legal and governance qualifications, experience and expertise.
- A demonstrable passion for sport and a genuine understanding and respect for the opportunities and health, social and other benefits that Little Athletics Victoria presents to the entire Victorian community.
- Strategic thinking, with an ability to build a shared understanding of, and commitment to, a vision for the sport.
- The ability to relate to people at all levels.
- The ability to influence and work collaboratively with a range of interest groups including employees, officials and volunteers, members and supporters.
- Demonstrate integrity in all dealings, be honest and open, listen to and consider stakeholder and staff views and act in a way that reflects the culture and values of Little Athletics Victoria.
- Business operational skills and experience in such areas as marketing, human resources, finance, governance, legal, IT and membership management.
- A working knowledge of, an affinity for, and prior involvement in, Little Athletics.
- A valid Working With Children Check.
