Independent Director

Thalanyji Trustee Advisory Committee

The Thalanyji People are seeking applications for one Independent Member for the Trustee Advisory Committee (TAC) for the Thalanyji Charitable and Direct Benefits Trusts.

The Role of TAC is to:

• Review the Trustee’s compliance and provide recommendations to the Trustee on how it fulfils its obligations under the Trust Deeds.

• Provide recommendations to the Trustee as to the fulfilment of the Trust Objects.

• Assist the Trustee to manage its relationships and liaise with the Thalanyji People, and the Buurabalayji Thalanyji Aboriginal Corporation.

• Foster mutual respect and cooperation between the Thalanyji People, the Trustee & the BTAC.

• Develop the executive capacity and community development functions of the Executive Office.

The Independent Member’s role will: 

• Provide leadership, direction and support to the TAC;

• Review the management of the Trust’s finances;

• Promote and uphold principles of good governance;

• Attend all TAC meetings;

• Promote effective and efficient lines of communication; and

• Undertake appropriate cross-cultural training as required.

A person is eligible for appointment if they:

• Independent: is independent;

• Experience: has a minimum three years experience as a director of an Australian company or in a professional, financial or business management role;

• Financial Literacy: is ‘financially literate’;

• Leadership Experience: possesses leadership experience, and shall possess qualities reflecting a proven record of accomplishment and ability to work with others;

• Absence of Conflicting Commitments: does not have commitments that would conflict with the commitments of a Director of the Corporation;

• Reputation and Integrity: is of high repute and recognised integrity and; 

  • Is not a person who is not permitted by the Corporations Act (or an order made under the Corporations Act) or the CATSI Act to be a director;

  • Has not been disqualified (either automatically or by Court order) from managing a corporation under from doing anything else contemplated by the role of the Independent Director, under any applicable law;

  • Is not a person who has been convicted of an offence other than a traffic infringement or other minor offence;

• Endorsed by the Trustee and approved by Chevron.

In appointing an Independent Member, regard shall be had to whether the person:

• Has experience working with Aboriginal communities;

• Has experience working with the administration of charitable and other trusts;

• Has experience with successful business developments, or other relevant qualifications or experience; and

• Is willing to undertake cultural awareness training.

Commitment:

There is one position available for the Independent Member for the TAC appointment for a two year term with potential to continue if re-elected. The expected commitment of the TAC members is approximately once per quarter each year. Meetings will typically be held in Perth, Onslow or Karratha, Western Australia.

Applicants:

Your EOI should include a CV, salary expectations and a letter detailing your interest and a demonstration of your eligibility, by 4:00pm on the 30 July 2021.
 
For further information or to submit your expressions of interest, please contact Jana Francis, Senior Native Title Trust Manager, Perpetual, at jana.francis@perpetual.com.au or call 08 9224 4402.
 

Applications Close 4pm WST 30 July 2021.