Cape York Land Council

Cape York Land Council Board of Directors consists of 17 community elected representatives who are chosen to hold the position of Director for a period of 2 years. The Board meet and set the direction for the Cape York Land Council and provide guidance to management and staff and importantly act as as communication between other community members and the Cape York Land Council.

The Board of Directors is responsible for governance of CYLC.  This includes the setting of the broad strategic direction for the organisation.  The Strategic Plan currently being developed by the Board of Directors and management of CYLC, is supported by the Operational Plan and details activities and associated resource and performance information.  The NTU produces Work Plans for all matters, in line with the Operational Plan.  All activities are related to an output within the outcomes and outputs framework. In accordance with the Constitution of CYLC, the Board of Directors has delegated responsibility for:

• Receiving and considering reports from the CEO and other senior staff regarding the
• work of CYLC;
• Monitoring the financial position of CYLC;
• Deciding on allocation of resources to particular projects;
• Being informed of changes or proposed changes to the way the CYLC conducts its
• work;  Dealing with complaints; and
• Other functions as delegated from time to time.

CYLC undertakes an annual performance review of all staff.  The review process links individual performance with the Strategic and Operational Plans.  During the year under review this process saw a marked improvement in capacity for overall performance management and resulted in improved performance.  It provided the framework for an audit of all administrative skills and will assist with the preparation of future training for these staff.  It has also assisted to highlight CYLC’s standing as a reputable employer in the field of Native Title.

Cape York Land Council - Board of Directors 2007 to 2009