Darebin Libraries Strategy Implementation Reference Group
Expression of Interest
Applications close: 5pm, Friday 29 May 2015
Darebin City Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from community, industry and stakeholder representatives with knowledge of and commitment to public libraries. We are looking for people who want to make a positive and constructive contribution to the implementation of the Darebin Libraries Strategy 2014-19 by becoming a member of the Darebin Libraries Strategy Implementation (DLSI) Reference Group.
We encourage applications from those who can represent and engage with the diverse sectors of the Darebin community in terms of gender, age, sexuality, cultural and linguistic background, employment status, education, income levels and industry.
The objectives of the DLSI Reference Group are to:
- Provide advice, feedback, support and guidance to Council on the delivery of actions outlined in the Darebin Libraries Strategy 2014–19
- Provide an avenue of consultation and communication regarding the implementation and outcomes of the Strategy
- Contribute to the monitoring and evaluation of the implementation and outcomes of the Strategy
There are 8 positions available and appointments will be for a period of 2 years. The DLSI Reference Group will meet 4 times per year with members required to attend a minimum of 2 meetings per year. Meetings will be held at a Darebin Libraries branch or other Council facility if required.
Please refer to the Terms of Reference for more information before submitting an Expression of Interest.
For further information, please contact:
Melanie McCarten
Phone: (03) 8470 8258
Email:
Expressions of Interest can be lodged via:
Email:
Post: Darebin Libraries, Attention: Melanie McCarten, PO Box 257, Preston VIC 3072
In person:
- Preston Library, 266 Gower St, Preston
- Northcote Library, 32 – 38 Separation St, Northcote
- Reservoir Library, 17 – 21 Ralph St, Reservoir
- Fairfield Library, 121 Station St, Fairfield
The information collected on this form will only be used for the purposes of forming the DLSI Reference Group and will not be disclosed to any third parties without your consent unless required by law.The City of Darebin’s Privacy Statement is available at
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Darebin Libraries Strategy Implementation Reference Group
Expression of Interest
Personal Details
First Name:
Surname:
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Please respond to the following questions in your Expression of Interest. If you are completing this form in hard copy, please attach a separate page with your answers where needed.
- Why would you like to be on the DLSI Reference Group?
- What skills, experience and attributes would you contribute to the DLSI Reference Group?
- Do you live, work or study in Darebin?
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- Where do you work or study?
- Are you able to commit to attending DLSI Reference Group meetings and being an active member?
- Are you a member of any other Council Reference Group or Advisory Group? If so, please list. NB Preference will be given to people who are not members of other groups.
- Do you require assistance (financial or other) to support your participation in the Reference Group? If yes, please outline.
- Do you have expertise in any of the following areas? If yes, please briefly outline.
Other (please identify).
Profile
To assist in ensuring the DLSI Reference Group represents as broad a range of interests as possible, we ask that you provide the following optional information.
Age18-26, 27-40, 41-60,60+
Gender
Male/Female/Other
How do you define your cultural background?
Do you identify as Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander?
Do you identify as a person with a disability?
Do you identify yourself as being gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender?
Applications close: 5pm, Friday 29 May 2015
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