Election of NIBA Divisional Directors for Western Australia and Queensland
This communication is for Principal Members in relation to the election of the Divisional Director for the NIBA (National Insurance Brokers Association) Board of Directors vacated in the Divisions of Queensland (QLD) and Western Australia (WA).
Under clause 11.5.1 of the NIBA Constitution, a NIBA director who has been in office for 3 years or more since their election or re-election must vacate their position.
As such, the 3-year term of the current QLD Director, Heather Peirano, ends at the forthcoming NIBA Annual General Meeting, and Heather will not be standing for re-election.
The WA Divisional Director role has been vacant since the resignation of Ward Dedman in December 2021.
Nominations are open to fill the vacant positions of Divisional Director who will play a critical role in the strategic direction and corporate governance of NIBA.
This is a voluntary role and will require preparation for, and participation at approximately 7 Board meetings throughout the year, with the expectation of face-to-face attendance at most meetings, which will likely be held in Sydney. As such, reasonable travel costs will be covered. You will also be required to work closely with the Divisional Committee and Committee Chair to facilitate member engagement and market feedback.
The successful nominee will be expected to attend the first Board Meeting and Annual General Meeting, held in Sydney on Thursday 23 February, and will perform the role for 3 years from that date.
For further governance information please refer to the NIBA Constitution.
The nominee must be a practicing broker, NIBA Member based in the relevant Division of WA or QLD. If you wish to provide a nomination, please complete the nomination form by 5pm on Friday 27 January.
How to Nominate
Nominations can be made by any principal member who maintains a business in the nominated Division. Nominations must be made in writing, using this Nomination Form, and sent to hschmit@niba.com.au.