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Health service boards and governance

Victorian health service boards are appointed by the Minister for Health and have well defined responsibilities. The department provides a dedicated support program to develop board capability.

Board appointments are held annually for public hospitals.

Board education aims to develop and strengthen each director’s capabilities. There are many resources available to support boards and their members.

About health service boards in Victoria

Victorian health services boards have specific responsibilities that include a range of financial obligations set out in government legislation and directives.

Applying for board positions

Eligibility requirements and position descriptions for Victorian public health services, hospitals, and Early Parenting Centres.

Information and education for health service boards

The Department of Health runs annual training sessions for board directors and boards of public health services and hospitals. Online resources cover governance, leadership, risk management and more.

Resources and tools for boards

The Department of Health provides a range of resources and tools to health service boards on essential matters relating to governance, performance and capacity building.

Publications

CEO leadership capability framework

This document supports the identification, development and management of CEO talent across the Victorian health system. The framework provides greater clarity around the requirements of CEO candidates, and acknowledges the gaps in talent where development or recruitment effort may be required.

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