The Minister for Environment is seeking expressions of interest for positions on the Phillip Island Nature Parks Board of Management Inc (PINP).
Help lead one of Victoria's most significant conservation and eco-tourism organisations. The PINP board oversees 1,980 hectares of protected Crown Land, including the world-famous Penguin Parade, Koala Conservation Reserve, Churchill Island and the Nobbies Centre.
Join a board appointed to safeguard wildlife, culture and community value. As a Minister-appointed governing body, PINP provides strategic direction for a self-funded organisation committed to conservation, research, education and sustainable tourism.
Contribute your expertise to a diverse, purpose-driven team, and play a key role in protecting wildlife and strengthening the future of an international loved destination. The board guides major conservation initiatives – from little Penguin research to long-term habitat resilience and climate-related risk management.
You can learn more about the role and functions of PINP by visiting www.penguins.org.au.
The role of a member
For further information about the role please refer to the attached position description.
The Victorian Government is committed to ensuring that government agencies reflect the rich diversity of the Victorian community.
We encourage applications from women, people of all ages, Aboriginal people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living in rural and regional Victoria.
You do not have to disclose any personal information if you do not want to, but it can help us understand the extent to which we are achieving our board composition objectives, and how we can support you through the recruitment process and beyond.
We will provide adjustments to the recruitment process upon request.
Please refer to the attached position descriptions for relevant selection criteria for the roles.
Applicants must submit their application online through the Join a Public Board website at www.boards.vic.gov.au.
You will be asked to:
Applicants are encouraged to review the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) On Board governance modules at www.deeca.vic.gov.au/boards-and-governance/on-board for its agencies to learn about how DEECA selects its board members and other recommended reading.
If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the application or interview process, please contact us using details below.
For further enquiries or difficulties accessing the documents, contact DEECA by email [email protected] or by calling (03) 8508 1100, using the National Relay Service 133 677 if required.
Expressions of Interest close midnight Sunday 1 March 2026.