OT AUSTRALIA NSW

Board of Directors and State Elected Councillor Nominations

The role of the Board is to guide the strategic direction and oversee the outcomes and performance of the organisation.

As a Director of OT AUSTRALIA NSW, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Enhance your leadership skills
  • Develop an understanding and knowledge of current corporate governance principles and practice
  • Develop a broader understanding of the issues facing your profession
  • Be actively involved in setting the strategic agenda for members and the profession into the future
  • Be involved in promoting and representing the profession to stakeholders.

    Who may nominate?
     In accordance with Article 50 of the Memorandum and Articles of Association, full financial members of OT AUSTRALIA NSW may nominate to be elected to the position of Director on the Board or as a State Elected Councillor. The nomination must be proposed and seconded by two full financial members of OT AUSTRALIA NSW. Click here to download the nomination form.

    Closing Date
     The Board of OT AUSTRALIA NSW is made up of a minimum of 6 and maximum number of 10 members. Each director is elected for a term of two years and can serve up to five consecutive terms. If the number of candidates nominated does not exceed the number of vacant positions on the Board, those nominated shall be declared elected at the Annual General Meeting of the Association. If the number of candidates nominated exceeds those required an election will be held and ballot papers will be posted to all eligible voting members at least 21 days prior to the Annual General Meeting. The ballot papers will include a brief citation for each candidate to assist members to vote for their preferred candidate. The candidates receiving the greatest number of votes shall be declared elected.

    Further information
     For further information and/or for a confidential discussion about the position of Director or State Elected Councillor on the Board, contact the Executive Director, or President at OT AUSTRALIA NSW. Members are encouraged to accept short-term or long-term leadership roles within OT AUSTRALIA NSW.

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