Greyhound Racing Victoria (GRV) is the statutory authority responsible for regulating, conducting, and promoting the sport of greyhound racing and greyhound welfare in our state.
The sport generates $643 million in economic activity, returns over $75 million in prize money, rehomes more than 2,600 greyhounds, and directly involves over 17,000 people.
Our vision is “Victorian greyhound racing is a vibrant, entertaining and thriving sport with animal welfare at its heart”. The integrity of the sport and the welfare of greyhounds are both significant components of the strategic objectives of GRV.
Job Description
At Greyhound Racing Victoria (GRV) our purpose is to lead, develop and regulate a responsible and sustainable greyhound racing industry in Victoria.
We are looking for an outstanding individual to join the Audit & Risk Committee to support the delivery of this purpose.
The Audit and Risk Committee (A&RC) comprises three GRV Board members and up to two fully independent members.
The principal role of the A&RC is to provide an objective review of the effectiveness of GRV’s financial and regulatory reporting, and risk management framework and provide advice to the Board on these matters.
Desired Skills and Experience
Applicants from the broader sports, business, legal, public and private administration communities are encouraged to apply. Specialist knowledge of greyhound racing is not necessary.
Ideally applicants would have a good understanding and background in either financial management, risk management or IT.
Meetings are held quarterly with an additional meeting to consider the annual accounts.
GRV is a public entity and part of the Victorian public sector. While GRV is not part of the Victorian public service, both what we do and how we do it, is governed by the Code of Conduct for Victorian public sector employeesand thepublic sector values of Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership, and Human Rights.
For further informationin relation to this position or the role of the A&RC, please contact Dennis Timewell at dtimewell@grv.org.au