About Little Athletics Victoria

Little Athletics Victoria (LAVic), a non-profit incorporated association, is the 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 affiliated with Little Athletics Australia as one of 6 member states. Membership in Victoria consists of approximately 19,000 athletes competing at 98 Centres across the state. Nationally over 90,000 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 appointed committees (formal extensions of the LAVic Board).

The LAVic Board

The LAVic Board comprises 7 elected members plus 2 appointed independent Directors.

Applications are being sought from candidates to appoint a Director with required financial skills and experience.

This is a unique opportunity to share your 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.

Specific Financial Responsibilities:

The Director:

• Provides leadership to the Board in the areas of financial management and oversight.
• Has a close working relationship with the President and other Directors.
• Is responsible for ensuring the organisation is financially viable and financially stable, along with other Board members.
• Reviews monthly financial reports that are clear, accurate and timely and communicates them to the board.
• Collaborates with the CEO and Finance Manager when reporting finance data on a monthly basis, preparing budgets and reviewing internal and external audit processes.
• Presents annual budgets to the board for approval.
• Ensures development and board review of financial policies, procedures and systems.
• Chairs the Finance and Audit Committee.
• Ensures the organisation’s financial position can support its strategic objectives.
• Has the ability to appraise the organisation’s financial standing, policies and procedures in order to make recommendations regarding the financial decisions that may be required.
• Has the ability to synthesise cause and effect scenarios in order to drive the organisations growth and future success from a strategic perspective.
• Is the financial ambassador on behalf of the rest of the Board and should be able to communicate complex financial situations in easy-to-understand, layman’s terms.

General Board Responsibilities

The LAVic Board provides leadership and governance for:

• Oversight of the business operations;
• Oversight of governance responsibilities;
• Child safety;
• Oversight of financial management;
• Compliance with OHS responsibilities;
• Review of organisational and program reports; and
• Delivery of LAVic strategic plans.

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

Appointed independent Directors hold office for a term of up to two years, and can be reappointed for another term of up to two years, for a maximum of three terms.

Meetings and Time Commitment

The Board meets on the 3rd Tuesday of most months either online or at the LAVic offices. Meetings typically commence at 6.30pm. Additionally, committee meetings are held periodically.  Attendance of the Annual General Meeting and any Special Board meetings is expected.

Selection Criteria

• Must be CPA or CA qualified
• Must have held a role(s) at the level of CFO or equivalent
• Must have a valid Working with Children Check
• Strong commercial and business awareness
• Excellent people skills
• Good problem-solving skills
• Good management skills
• 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, and;
• 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.

Applications from female, CALD and LGBTIQ applicants are especially encouraged.

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.  First term Directors may be required to undertake the ‘Governance Essentials’ course, conducted by the Governance Institute of Australia, in lieu of payment of the Directors fees.

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