Dear Members,

Following the recent AGM, there were two positions on the Board that received no nominations and as a result were declared vacant on the night. Under the Club’s Constitution these may be filled as a Casual Vacancy by the Board. The positions declared vacant were:

  1. The Director of Finance, and
  2. The Director of Lady Members

The Board is seeking expressions of interest from members for both vacant positions. Both positions may be filled under this procedure until the 2027 AGM when they will next be up for re-election.

Director of Finance
The key roles of the Director of Finance are to:

  1. Chair the Finance Committee and as a member of the Board participate in the overall management of the Club.
  2. Ensure that correct records and accounts are kept that show the financial status of the Club.
  3. Oversee and participate in the Club’s financial planning, budgeting, reporting and compliance, while also advising on financial strategy, risk and investment.

The Finance Committee review the Club’s P&L and Balance Sheet monthly to ensure that appropriate records are being maintained to provide an accurate record of the financial affairs of the Club to the Board. Accounting qualifications are not essential for the Director position but, it is highly desirable that applicants understand the Australian Accounting Standards Board’s financial reporting guidelines for consistency and comparability in financial reporting. 

While a background in financial management and budgeting is most desirable, the finance staff prepare all the reports and other Directors are available to assist the Finance committee.

A more detailed outline of the Finance Committee functions can be found under clause 6.3 in the Club’s By-laws.

Members should note that this position requires some highly desirable skills, considerable dedication, time and effort.

Director of Lady Members
The key roles of the Director of Lady Members are to:

  1. Chair the Lady Members Committee and participate in the overall management of the club.
  2. The Director of the Lady Member’s is the official representative to the Board in all matters relating to the Lady Members Committee.

The Lady Members Committee have recently undertaken a review of their operations and functions. A more detailed outline of the Lady Member Committee functions can be found under clause 3.9 of the Constitution and 6.8 of the Club By-laws. Members should note that participating in the overall management of the Club is the primary function of this position.

Submissions
Interested members should submit a succinct written expression of interest that outlines their experience and suitability for the nominated role. The Board will subsequently review submissions and may conduct interviews prior to making any appointments. Written submissions may be sent to gm@melvilleglades.com or, handed to the General Manager in his office by no later than 5pm April 28th.

If any members require further information about the responsibilities of the positions or the Board before submitting an expression of interest, please contact either the Club’s President Mark Bonser or General Manager Matt Espie. We are both very happy to discuss the roles with prospective candidates.

Matt Espie
General Manager
4 April 2025