CVGT Employment Board Director Recruitment

We’re recruiting a Non-Executive Board Director for CVGT Employment

Do you have the finance strategy and investment expertise to help shape CVGT Employment’s future?

Now seeking Expressions of Interest

Applications now open.
Closing on 5pm Friday 28 August 2026.

We are reviewing applications as they come in, early applications strongly recommended.

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Improving lives through inclusive pathways to meaningful employment for over 40 years.

About CVGT Employment

CVGT Employment is a charitable not-for-profit organisation with more than 40 years’ experience supporting people, businesses and communities. Headquartered in Bendigo, Central Victoria, we are one of Australia’s leading providers of employment services, delivering a range of government-funded employment programs and maintaining a strong local presence across Victoria, Tasmania and southern New South Wales.

Our purpose is to improve lives through inclusive pathways to meaningful employment, and we do this by creating opportunities for people to overcome barriers, achieve their employment goals and reach their full potential. Guided by our vision of creating opportunities for people to build brighter futures, we provide employment support to diverse communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, young people, and others seeking support to participate in the workforce. Through this work, we help strengthen communities by promoting inclusion and creating pathways to sustainable employment.

We are proud to be recognised as a Diversity Council Australia Inclusive Employer for 2025–2026, building on our initial recognition in 2023–2024 and reflecting our ongoing commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Our workforce of over 330 people delivers our services while guided by our vision, purpose and our core values of Do the Right Thing, Community Matters, Better Together, Find a Way and Genuine Care. There is a resilience in our workforce and a drive to support our participants.  When asked in the 2024 Employee Survey if CVGT Employment was a “truly great place to work”, 71% of respondents answered Yes.

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Our Board

The CVGT Employment Board is a highly committed group of experienced governance professionals dedicated to ensuring CVGT delivers on its vision and purpose. Working closely with our skilled executive leadership team and passionate staff, the Board guides the delivery of our Strategic Plan 2026–2028, centred on three impact areas: delivering impactful, valuable and innovative services; leading with purpose to amplify community impact; and creating lasting impact through sustainable growth. Together, these priorities position CVGT to create meaningful outcomes for people, employers and communities, while strengthening our capacity to deliver lasting impact into the future.
 
The CVGT Board is an engaged, high-performing group of professional directors that takes an active role in providing strategic leadership, oversight and stewardship of the organisation.

Directors contribute their expertise, judgement and networks to support the long-term sustainability and success of CVGT. Board members actively participate in strategic discussions, risk oversight, financial stewardship and governance, while maintaining a strong focus on community impact.

Appointment to the CVGT Board requires a genuine commitment of time and engagement. Directors who thrive at CVGT bring a collaborative mindset, make a meaningful contribution, and are passionate about helping deliver lasting positive outcomes for the people we serve.
 
We are seeking expressions of interest for upcoming Board vacancies, particularly from experienced directors from diverse professional and personal backgrounds.

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CVGT Strategic Plan

CVGT Employment is committed to creating
meaningful opportunities and lasting change for individuals and communities. Our Strategic Plan 2026–2028 sets a clear direction for the next three years, ensuring we remain resilient, relevant, and focused on delivering greater impact.

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CVGT Governance Policy

This policy outlines CVGT’s governance principles and the overarching governance framework which supports effective,
ethical, transparent and accountable decision making and ensures compliance with the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth),
(Corporations Act), the Australian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission Act (2012) (ACNC Act), the ACNC Governance Standards and the CVGT Constitution.

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CVGT Constitution

The foundational document that outlines the structure, governance, and operational procedures of CVGT Employment.

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CVGT Annual Report
CVGT Annual Report

CVGT Employment’s 2024–2025 Annual Report, our 41st Annual Report, highlights a year of resilience, innovation and impact, showcasing how we supported people, employers and communities through inclusive pathways to meaningful employment.

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What we are looking for

A confidential discussion about the role’s requirements can be arranged with CVGT’s Company Secretary by email at [email protected].

CVGT is specifically seeking an experienced Non-Executive Director to join our Board and contribute strategic leadership in the areas of financial management and oversight, financial sustainability, investment governance, and long-term stewardship of organisational assets.

As a community-focused organisation, we are looking for a Director who can bring a sophisticated understanding of Board financial oversight and management, investment strategy, portfolio oversight, capital preservation and growth, and risk-adjusted decision making. The successful candidate will contribute to Board discussions regarding the management of organisational investments and reserves, ensuring financial resources are positioned to support CVGT’s long-term purpose and impact.

We are particularly interested in candidates who bring experience in:

  • Board level oversight of organisational financial sustainability and performance
  • Investment portfolio oversight and governance
  • Oversight of major strategic investments, capital projects and business cases
  • Experience overseeing external audit and financial assurance functions

Director eligibility requirements

To satisfy regulatory requirements CVGT Directors must hold (or be willing to apply for)

  • Director ID with the Australian Business Registry Services
  • Undergo a Police Check and Bankruptcy Check (organised and paid for by CVGT Employment)

Equal opportunity

CVGT is committed to diversity and inclusion at all levels of our organisation, including our Board. Applicants with lived experience of employment challenges and vulnerabilities and those from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please reach out to the Company Secretary by email at [email protected] if we can make any reasonable adjustments to make the EOI process easier for you.

Expression of Interest Process

1

Submit your application

Provide a CV / resume and a cover letter to the CVGT Governance Team ([email protected]), no later than COB 28 August 2026.

We will be considering applications as we receive them, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out.

2

Evaluation and interview

Expressions of interest will be evaluated by a panel of CVGT Employment Board directors.

Suitable applicants will be contacted for further discussions.

3

Appointment

Directors are nominated by the Board in October, to stand for election at our AGM held in November.

Elected directors must stand down every three years and are eligible for re-election. Maximum term is nine years.

What to include in your application

Please provide a CV or resume and a cover letter to the CVGT Employment Governance Team ([email protected]) that includes:

  • Why you are interested in becoming a CVGT director, and
  • The value you believe you would bring to our Board.

Remuneration

CVGT Directors receive an annual salary which is benchmarked as a percentage of the Victorian Government’s Remuneration Guidelines.

This is reviewed annually against relevant benchmarks and CVGT’s financial circumstances.

Directors may also choose to access to CVGT’s salary sacrificing arrangements.

Travel expenses to Board meetings and events are reimbursed and CVGT provides many opportunities for professional development throughout the year.

Role expectations

 
• Board meetings are held on the last Wednesday of the month from 3.30pm to 7.00pm. The Board does not meet in April or December.
• Meetings are held at our Corporate Office in Bendigo, Victoria,  with online arrangements available for those unable to attend in person.
• Other Board events may be held throughout the year online and in person.
• Directors are expected to participate in two Board Committees. Committees meet 4 to 6 times per year (usually online and during business hours).
• Directors may also be asked to participate in short term task forces, panels or working groups from time to time.
• Outside of meetings, Directors can expect to spend up to three to four days per month in meeting preparations and ad hoc work.
• Accessibility accommodations can be provided.

New directors will be provided with a comprehensive induction program and will be assigned a ‘board buddy’ for support and mentoring. The Induction Program will commence in December 2026.

Directors must comply with all CVGT Employment policies and procedures, including the Code of Conduct, Conflict of Interest Policy, Confidentiality Policy and Privacy Policy.

Better Together – Join our team and together we can make a difference.  

Working with CVGT Employment is more than just a job, it’s an opportunity for you to make a difference in people’s lives. You will love being part of a team that is committed to caring for its people and its communities – as well as caring about you.

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