We are seeking three (3) new committee members to join the team from 2027.
INTERSCHOOL COMMITTEE OVERVIEW
With support from the Equestrian Victoria Staff, the Interschool Victoria Committee seeks to:
- Provide enhanced opportunities for young riders to develop their skills, enjoy competition, and progress through clearly defined pathways into Equestrian Australia disciplines through a structured and supportive delivery model.
- Strengthen and further develop Victoria’s thriving interschool community while fostering the growth and capability of junior riders.
- Improve accessibility and understanding for families wishing to participate in interschool competitions and training, helping them confidently navigate available opportunities.
- Support event organisers, including affiliated clubs, schools, and other stakeholders, in the planning and delivery of quality interschool competitions and training activities.
The ISV Commitee comprises of a maximum of eleven (11) people. 7 Committee members and 4 co-opted members:
- Chair of ISV (Board Appointed)
- EV State Championships Event Director
- One representative nominated by VEIS
- Four people with representation across disciplines of dressage, jumping, eventing and show horse.
- Four other co-opted people
Appointment is for a two year period. Co-opted members a period of twelve months. All ISV Committee Members must be members of Equestrian Victoria and have a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) Accreditation.
The Committee oversees Interschool Victoria:
- Policies
- Procedures
- Standards
- Rules
- Safety
- Accreditation
- Scoring
- Disputes
- Team Selection
The Committee meets online via Microsoft Teams at least every two months, with additional meetings held in the lead-up to the State and National Championships as required. Between meetings, most communication takes place via email.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We value people with a positive, can-do attitude who are keen to contribute and work collaboratively.
We are committed to continually evolving and welcome fresh ideas and suggestions to ensure Interschool Victoria remains the best it can be. We encourage anyone with a passion for the sport and a desire to make a positive experience for youth in equestiran, to consider joining our team.
Serving on the Interschool Committee provides a rewarding opportunity to give back and help grow and strengthen the interschool community.
COMMITMENTS
Applicants are required to fulfill all safeguarding requirements including supplying a current WWCC and having a current membership with Equestrian Victoria. Further safeguarding of children and young people training may be requested by Equestrian Victoria should you be inducted to the committee.
Committee members may be appointed portfolios to manage including:
- Social Media & Publications
- Sponsorship including delivering positive outcomes for sponsors
- Interschool Calendar
- Interschool Horse Trials Leaderboard
- Interschool EV webpage and ISV Handbook update
- All Abilities management and development
- Team Vic- Selection and management of team processes, Selection processes and liaison with Team Captains, Team communication and Stack App, Media promotion, Team activities, Team uniform, Team Handbook and compliance management.
CLOSE OF NOMINATIONS
Nominations close Midnight Sunday 8th November.