Governance
Skilling the Bay is currently guided by an Advisory Board and Executive Committee Pathways Program, consisting of key stakeholders from Geelong’s industry, education and community sectors. The Gordon TAFE is the contractual partner for the delivery of the Skilling the Bay program and is responsible for operational management and financial accountability. The Gordon has also undertaken a significant leadership role in the delivery of the program, further demonstrating the distinct role TAFE plays in leading the skilling of industries and communities.
Advisory Board
Overseeing the delivery and progress of Skilling the Bay initiatives is the Advisory Board. Members are responsible for ensuring that Skilling the Bay delivers effective initiatives that prepare the Geelong community for the jobs of the future. The Advisory Board convenes 2–3 times annually and provides strategic direction for the Skilling the Bay program.
Pro-Vice Chancellor Graduate Employment
Department of Employment and Workplace Relations
Geelong Manufacturing Council
Local manufacturing industry
Department of Education - Senior Secondary Pathways Reform Taskforce
Manager Policy and Design (School Support)
Department of Education - Senior Secondary Pathways Reform Taskforce
A/Principal Policy Officer, Policy and Design (School Support)
Jobs, Skills and Pathways Manager
Newcomb Secondary College
Director of Education and Training
Also members of the Executive Committee for Pathways Programs *
Executive Committee Pathways Program
The Executive Committee convenes quarterly to oversee the delivery of the Pathways Programs.
Project Team
The Project Team manages the delivery of the initiatives, including partnerships with Skilling the Bay’s delivery partners. The Project Team attends both the Advisory Board and Executive Committee Pathways Programs meetings.
Carley Brennan - Manager Community and Industry Engagement
Josie Collins - Project Lead Education and Pathways
Dr Sally Hutchinson - Project Lead Strategy, Research and Delivery
Workforce Australia Local Jobs Team
Tracey Jeffery – Employment Facilitator, Workforce Australia Local Jobs, Barwon Employment Region
Michael Dent – Support Officer, Workforce Australia Local Jobs, Barwon Employment Region
For general enquiries, email skillingthebay@gordontafe.edu.au