25.     Chairman

25.1     The principal role of the Chairman (whether of not an Independent Chairman) encompasses:

(a)        chairing all Board meetings;

(b)        advocating on behalf of volunteers and the Association;

(c)        assisting the Board to remain focused on achieving the objectives stated in the Corporate Plan;

(d)        representing the views of the Association;

(e)        being the primary spokesperson for the Association;

(f)         liaison with the VICSES Board; and

(g)        liaison and oversight of the Executive Officer.

25.2     The Board may by resolution, delegate to the Chairman (whether of not an Independent Chairman) any of its powers, duties or functions. Any such delegation:

(a)        will be subject to any limitations or conditions the Board determines;

(b)        may be revoked at any time by resolution; and

(c)        must be recorded in a register which is available to any member upon request.

25.3     The Board may at its discretion appoint an Independent Chairman.

25.4     Where appointed, the term of the Independent Chairman shall not exceed two years and his/her appointment process is to encompass:

(a)        the preparation and adoption of key selection criteria which reflect the current needs of the Board and Association;

(b)        public advertisement of the vacancy or engagement of an agency to find suitable applicants;

(c)        short listing of applicants;

(d)        interviewing by a panel selected by the Board;

(e)        rigorous reference checking; and

(d)        appointment based on a written agreement which stipulates key deliverables, performance management criteria and remuneration.