• EXCITING HONORARY (VOLUNTEER) OPPORTUNITY
• ICONIC MELBOURNE LANDMARK
• INITIAL TWO-YEAR APPOINTMENT
• FOUR VACANCIES
A Melbourne cultural icon, the Shrine is consistently ranked among the nation’s leading visitor attractions. Major museum and educational facilities within the memorial facilitate provision of enhanced ceremonial, exhibition, education and learning programs to over one-million visitor and online audiences every year.
The Position:
The Shrine wishes to recruit four Shrine Governors to join an existing team of Life Governors and Governors. Shrine Governors assist the Trustees with the conduct of ceremonial and other related activities at the Shrine. The time commitment required of each Governor is approximately 50 hours per year.
This role is offered on an initial two-year appointment.
The role provides the opportunity to be part of the delivery of the Shrine's ceremonial program. Governors:
- Host ceremonial activities on behalf of the Board of Trustees and act as MC at commemorative services at the Shrine of Remembrance with live and broadcast audiences.
- Welcome and liaise with ex-service and veteran organisation representatives (including VIPs), service participants, attendees and visitors.
- Assist the Shrine's Ceremonial Program Manager to address matters of ceremonial protocol with service organisers.
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with other members of Shrine Personnel and the Shrine Guard.
- Following services: participate in the evaluation and ongoing improvement of services by submitting recommendations to the Ceremonial Committee.
- Participate in Life Governor and Governor meetings (in person or virtually).
- Representative participation in non-ceremonial Shrine programs and events (e.g., volunteer luncheons, exhibition launches, digital Shrine history productions, etc.).
What You Will Bring:
Essential
- have empathy for the Shrine's commemorative purpose and commit to upholding and adhering to its values and the Victorian Public Sector Code of Conduct
- be of good character and capable and competent to undertake their duties
- have good interpersonal and communication skills, including experience and confidence in public speaking
- commit to attend the Shrine as rostered on weekdays and weekends
- be willing to and capable of representing the Shrine, including assisting in ad hoc promotional activities related to the Shrine and its programs (on request)
Desirable
- have current or prior military service in a leadership role
- have experience in presenting to broadcast audiences
- have knowledge of the history of the Shrine of Remembrance and the organisations which utilise it for ceremonial activities
- have protocol experience and/or understanding of ceremonial activities
- have a demonstrated interest in military history.
Why Join Us:
Working with us means being part of a dedicated team that values history, remembrance, and community.
The Shrine of Remembrance is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants of any: ability, including people with disability; age; cultural background, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians; gender identity; parental or carer status; race; religion; sex; or sexual orientation.
How to Apply:
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (maximum of 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check.