Councillor Development Program
The MAV Councillor Development Program offers a range of learning and development opportunities, to assist councillors build the skills and knowledge required to effectively perform their role as prescribed in the Local Government Act 2020.
In 2022 we will offer our training workshops as combination of Online & In Person events. Should we need to make a change based on current COVID-19 advise, we will contact registered attendees prior to the event. For more information about the current restrictions in Victoria visit: www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus.
For more information please contact learningandevents@mav.asn.au.
2022 Councillor Development Calendar
For detailed information such as costs and program outlines please click on the ‘Details’ link.
| Course | Date | Time | Format | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Managing the CEO Employment Cycle | Wednesday 19 October | 9.30am-1.30pm | In Person | Details |
| Understanding Council Finances | Thursday 20 October | 10am-1pm | Online | Details |
| Discrimination, Bullying & Harassment | Wednesday 26 October | 9:30am-1pm | Online | Details |
| Media Training | Thursday 27 October | 1pm-5pm | In Person | Details |
| Sexual Harassment Prevention | Thursday 3 November | 9:30am-1pm | Online | Details |
| Strategic Planning and Decision Making | Thursday 10 November | 9:30am-4:30pm | Online | Details |
| Land Use Planning & Building | Thursday 17 November | 9:30am-4:30pm | Online | Details |
| Meeting Procedures | Friday 25 November | 9:30am-4:30pm | Online | Details |
| Presentation & Public Speaking Skills | Thursday 1 December | 1pm-5pm | Online | Details |