This is an exciting opportunity for a suitably experienced individual to be appointed as Chair of the AMES Australia Board. 

AMES Australia is a Victorian statutory authority that supports culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities by providing public value through its seamless end-to-end settlement services. It also shares its expertise with other countries to develop policies and practices that will lead to effective resettlement programs around the world. 

The Chair takes the lead in ensuring that the Board and its committees are fulfilling their fiscal, legal, and governance responsibilities including:

• setting the strategic direction and monitoring the overall performance outcomes and workplace culture 
• overseeing financial, audits and asset management
• appointing and monitoring the performance of the CEO 
• endorsing the annual report for tabling in Parliament
• submitting the strategic plan and statement of corporate intent to the Minister
• operating in accordance with the economic and social objectives and public sector management policy established by the Government of Victoria
• ensuring that the AMES Australia is aligned with and meets relevant priorities and objectives of the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions
• providing all assistance and information as the Minister, the Secretary or the Deputy Secretary may reasonably require from the board.

The Chair is eligible for remuneration in accordance with the Appointment and Remuneration Guidelines published by the Department of Premier and Cabinet.

The Victorian Government is committed to ensuring that government boards and committees reflect the rich diversity of the Victorian community. 

Applications are welcome from people of all ages, genders and sexual orientations, people with a disability, Aboriginal Victorians and Victorians from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Applications should be lodged via https://www.boards.vic.gov.au/ - Click on Apply Now.