Board of Management

The Scotch Oakburn College Board of Management is responsible for the well being of the College. Each member of the Board of Management is appointed by the Uniting Church, Australia, Synod of Victoria and Tasmania, and is bound by a constitution which is regularly updated and amended to suit evolving conditions.

The most important function of the Board is the appointment of the Principal, who is responsible for the staff and students, programmes and activities of the College. The Principal is guided by policies and initiatives developed by the Board of Management. Other important functions of the Board are financial oversight and the development of facilities, buildings and grounds etc.

The Principal represents staff and students on the Board. The Parents and Friends', Old Collegians', the College Foundation and the Uniting Church all have representatives. These representatives and other Board members are appointed to cover a broad range of community and occupational activities. Collectively the Members of the Board apply a balanced perspective and a wealth of experience to Board discussions and decisions.

The Principal, in consultation with the Board, appoints the Business Manager who also has the role of Secretary to the Board. The Business Manager's responsibilities are extensive, forming an important link between Board Committees, the Principal, the Chairman of the Board and wider College groups.

Any large organisation embracing so many committees and sub groups needs clear guidelines for good and orderly communication. The point of contact between the College and Board of Management is through the Principal and the Chairman of the Board. Their working relationship is necessarily close, trusting, regular and where necessary confidential.