When a board member is appointed or reappointed to the board of a DELWP agency they will be sent a copy of their Instrument of Appointment, which sets out the terms and conditions of their appointment.
- Any remuneration (e.g. sitting fees) and expenses to which the board member is entitled will be set out in their Instrument of Appointment.
- Remuneration is based on the rates in Schedules A to D of the Appointment and Remuneration Guidelines issued by the Department of Premier and Cabinet.
- Expenses for board members of DELWP agencies are reimbursed at the same rate and are subject to the same conditions that apply to employees of the department.
- A Premier's Circular sets certain requirements for the induction of new board members. For details, see the Induction and education support module.
Guidance notes
Standing for election to Parliament or local council
- Important information for board members and employees who are considering standing for election to Parliament or local council
- Certain legal requirements and timing must be complied with
- Applies to both major DELWP agencies and small (category 3) committees of management.
On Board - Terms - 01 - Standing For Election (PDF, 412.9 KB)
On Board - Terms - 01 - Standing For Election (DOCX, 196.7 KB)
Remuneration and expenses - Victorian Coastal Council and regional coastal boards
For board members of the Victorian Coastal Council and regional coastal boards.
Remuneration and expenses – VCC & RCBs (PDF, 368.5 KB)
Remuneration and expenses – VCC & RCBs (DOCX, 108.0 KB)
Governance links
Related support modules
On Board has related support modules for DELWP board members, including:
Department of Premier and Cabinet
The Department of Premier and Cabinet issues the Appointment and Remuneration Guidelines. Requirements apply to both paid and unpaid board members.
Page last updated: 24/08/20