Non-Executive Director, Board of Racing Victoria

at; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A governing body for thoroughbred racing in Victoria is seeking two Non-Executive Directors. Successful candidates will influence strategy, governance, and stakeholder engagement within the industry. The roles require strong ethical standards and strategic vision to support the long-term success of thoroughbred racing. Applications close on 19 October 2025.

Qualifications

• Significant strategic and commercial acumen.
• Experience in a Director role with stakeholder engagement skills.
• Commitment to high governance standards.

Responsibilities

• Set the strategy for Racing Victoria.
• Ensure sound corporate governance.
• Monitor operational and financial performance.

Skills

Strategic acumen

Stakeholder engagement

Government relations

Strategic communications

Job description

Non-Executive Director, Board of Racing Victoria

Racing Victoria is the governing body of the Victorian thoroughbred racing industry with a charter to encourage broad participation and sustainably grow racing's economic and social value.

About the role

The role of the Board is to set the strategy for the organisation, ensure sound corporate governance, monitor operational and financial performance, and provide transparency to Racing Victoria’s Members and broader industry stakeholders. In order to achieve its goals, the Board seeks to maintain an appropriate balance of skills and a diversity of perspectives.

Who we're looking for

To be considered for one of two Non-Executive Director positions you will bring significant strategic and commercial acumen to the Board, as well as experience in the role of a Director with extensive stakeholder engagement skills. Expertise in government relations and strategic communications will be highly regarded, as well as having enthusiasm for the long-term success of Victorian thoroughbred racing.

You will have unquestioned integrity, a demonstrated commitment to the highest standards of governance and practical appreciation of the social, ethical, and equine welfare issues involved with thoroughbred racing in Victoria.

You must also have the ability to consider the views and needs of all Racing Victoria Members, broader industry stakeholders, racing customers, and ultimately a capacity to be part of a Board that makes decisions in the best overall interests of Victorian thoroughbred racing.

What you need to apply

Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

Enquiries, including requests for the Position Description, can be directed to Lisa Saxton, Director, Office of Racing, Department of Justice and Community Safety via email at [e-mail] or on 0457 518 734.

Applications close 5:00pm on Sunday 19 October 2025.