Roger Chao Mba, Faicd, Fgia Email and Phone Number
Roger is a highly respected leader with extensive experience as a CEO, Chair, Non-Executive Director, and Board Consultant. His expertise spans the private, public, and non-profit sectors, with a particular focus on industries including health, human services, law enforcement, regional economics, disaster relief, education, transport, artificial intelligence, machine learning and environmental sustainability. Roger’s career reflects a steadfast commitment to governance excellence, strategic foresight, and ethical leadership, positioning him as a trusted advisor to organisations facing complex challenges.Currently, Roger serves as Chair of the Victorian Emergency Relief and Recovery Foundation.. He is also Director and Chair of the Audit and Risk Committees for the Rural Workforce Agency Victoria and Melba Support Services, where he ensures the sound financial and operational frameworks of these organisations. Additionally, he is a member of the Audit and Risk Committee for the Victorian Collaborative Centre for Mental Health and Wellbeing, driving innovative solutions in the mental health sector.Roger’s leadership portfolio extends to Board and Committee role with Victoria Police, the Australian Physiotherapy Council, the Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust, and Annecto. These experiences have honed his expertise in governance, risk management, and strategy, enabling him to guide organisations through opportunities and challenges while maintaining strong ethical foundations.As a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) and the Governance Institute of Australia, Roger is also a passionate educator. He facilitates the flagship Company Directors Course and other short courses for the AICD, equipping leaders with critical skills in governance and strategic management. Roger also contributes thought leadership through articles and webinars, shaping modern practices in corporate governance and strategy.In addition to his governance work, Roger is an entrepreneur with experience in capital raising and startups, having successfully launched ventures and secured angel and venture capital funding. He continues to consult emerging businesses, bringing innovative insights to his roles.Roger firmly believes that strong governance underpins a just and equitable society. This conviction drives his efforts to empower organisations to create lasting, meaningful impacts. He remains committed to mentoring future directors, fostering a new generation of leaders with integrity and vision.
Victorian Emergency Relief And Recovery Foundation
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Chair And Non Executive DirectorVictorian Emergency Relief And Recovery FoundationMelbourne, Vic, Au
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Entrepreneur In ResidenceAntler Jul 2024 - PresentMelbourne, Victoria, AustraliaAntler is the world’s day one investor, building the defining companies of tomorrow. -
Faculty Member / FacilitatorAustralian Institute Of Company Directors Jun 2024 - PresentAustraliaI currently teach the Company Directors Course (CDC) and a range of other short courses as well as writing and assessing exams.At the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD), we help leaders to run their organisations better. We do this by providing education and by advocating on director issues on behalf of our members.The AICD is committed to strengthening society through world-class governance. We aim to be the independent and trusted voice of governance, building the… Show more I currently teach the Company Directors Course (CDC) and a range of other short courses as well as writing and assessing exams.At the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD), we help leaders to run their organisations better. We do this by providing education and by advocating on director issues on behalf of our members.The AICD is committed to strengthening society through world-class governance. We aim to be the independent and trusted voice of governance, building the capability of a community of leaders for the benefit of society. Show less -
Chair And Non Executive DirectorVictorian Emergency Relief And Recovery Foundation Jul 2023 - PresentMelbourne, Victoria, AustraliaResponsible to the Minister for Police and Emergency Services, the Victorian Emergency Relief and Recovery Foundation (VERRF) collects tax-deductible donations from the general public following an identified need for a public appeal when a disaster of state significance occurs in Victoria. This includes widespread natural disasters, terrorism and other significant emergency events. The Trust is then responsible for deciding upon allocation of the donations for the purposes of providing… Show more Responsible to the Minister for Police and Emergency Services, the Victorian Emergency Relief and Recovery Foundation (VERRF) collects tax-deductible donations from the general public following an identified need for a public appeal when a disaster of state significance occurs in Victoria. This includes widespread natural disasters, terrorism and other significant emergency events. The Trust is then responsible for deciding upon allocation of the donations for the purposes of providing financial assistance to support the relief and recovery of individuals, communities and businesses affected by the declared disasters of state significance. Show less
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Non Executive Director - And Chair Of The Finance, Audit And Risk CommitteeMelba Support Services Oct 2021 - PresentMelbourne, Victoria, AustraliaAs one of the largest disability service providers, Melba believes in empowering people with a disability to live the life they want.We have over 1500 employees across Victoria who choose to work with us and an annual income of over $130m.For nearly 50 years, Melba Support Services has provided people with disabilities truly individualised services that create more choice and greater control. We see ourselves as a human rights organisation because we place the people we support at the… Show more As one of the largest disability service providers, Melba believes in empowering people with a disability to live the life they want.We have over 1500 employees across Victoria who choose to work with us and an annual income of over $130m.For nearly 50 years, Melba Support Services has provided people with disabilities truly individualised services that create more choice and greater control. We see ourselves as a human rights organisation because we place the people we support at the centre of everything we do. Show less -
Non Executive Director - And Chair Of The Audit And Risk CommitteeRwav - Rural Workforce Agency Victoria Nov 2020 - PresentMelbourne, Victoria, AustraliaRWAV creates sustainable health workforce models that advance Victoria’s rural, regional and Aboriginal communities' access to high-quality health care. We draw on trusted relationships, smart data and best practice to establish models that are capable, connected and tailored to the communities they serve.Our work includes:• recruitment of health professionals to work in rural areas• delivery of outreach services• designing and testing innovative models to enhance patient… Show more RWAV creates sustainable health workforce models that advance Victoria’s rural, regional and Aboriginal communities' access to high-quality health care. We draw on trusted relationships, smart data and best practice to establish models that are capable, connected and tailored to the communities they serve.Our work includes:• recruitment of health professionals to work in rural areas• delivery of outreach services• designing and testing innovative models to enhance patient access to the rural health workforce including specialist in-reach and telehealth solutions• technological innovation to support rural health care practices and professionals• influencing policy positions that improve access to healthcare for rural and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities Show less -
Member - Audit And Risk CommitteeVictorian Collaborative Centre For Mental Health May 2023 - PresentMelbourne, Victoria, AustraliaThe Collaborative Centre is a statutory authority established by the Victorian Collaborative Centre for Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2021. The functions of the Collaborative Centre include:• to provide, promote and coordinate the provision of mental health and wellbeing services;• to assist service providers to facilitate and improve access to mental health and wellbeing services; • to provide or arrange the provision of specialist support services and care for persons who have… Show more The Collaborative Centre is a statutory authority established by the Victorian Collaborative Centre for Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2021. The functions of the Collaborative Centre include:• to provide, promote and coordinate the provision of mental health and wellbeing services;• to assist service providers to facilitate and improve access to mental health and wellbeing services; • to provide or arrange the provision of specialist support services and care for persons who have experienced trauma;• to develop strategies for conducting research, and applying and disseminating research findings, in the field of mental health and wellbeing;• to conduct, promote and coordinate research in the field of mental health and wellbeing, including in collaboration with other persons and entities;• to provide, promote and coordinate activities that support the continuing education and professional development of service providers and persons who work or conduct research in the field of mental health and wellbeing; and• to provide advice and guidance to service providers and practitioners in relation to the provision of mental health and wellbeing services Show less
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Member - Audit And Risk CommitteeVictoria Police Mar 2021 - Jul 2024Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaVictoria Police's role is to serve the Victorian community and uphold the law so as to promote a safe, secure and orderly society. Victoria Police achieves this by: • Preserving the peace • Protecting life and property • Preventing offences • Detecting and apprehending offenders • Helping those in need of assistance It currently employs over 21,000 staff, including police, Victorian Public Service employees, protective security officers (PSOs), police custody… Show more Victoria Police's role is to serve the Victorian community and uphold the law so as to promote a safe, secure and orderly society. Victoria Police achieves this by: • Preserving the peace • Protecting life and property • Preventing offences • Detecting and apprehending offenders • Helping those in need of assistance It currently employs over 21,000 staff, including police, Victorian Public Service employees, protective security officers (PSOs), police custody officers (PCOs), forensic scientists and other specialists.Effective service delivery is provided through 54 Police Service Areas, across 21 divisions within four regions. As of June 2020, Victoria Police has a total of over 600 police facilities including 334 police stations across the state and a published budget of $3.56 billion in 2019 -20 to deliver police services to the Victorian community 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Our services include: • responding to calls for assistance in matters of personal and public safety, emergencies and serious incidents • preventing crime through a range of proactive community safety programs • detecting and investigating offences, and bringing to justice those responsible for committing them • supporting the judicial process to achieve efficient and effective court case management, providing safe custody for alleged offenders, supporting victims and ensuring fair and equitable treatment of victims and offenders • promoting safe road-user behaviour. Show less -
Director - Regional Policy, Economics And AnalyticsDepartment Of Jobs, Precincts And Regions Sep 2022 - Jun 2024Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaThis role is responsible for leading work focussed on regional Victoria’s productivity, innovation and competitiveness, supporting the growth of industries and regions, stimulating the creation of jobs, addressing entrenched disadvantage and helping regional communities to thrive.It also undertakes work to ensure better transport, digital connectivity, more affordable housing, comprehensive health, education and community infrastructure.A key facet of this work is also to… Show more This role is responsible for leading work focussed on regional Victoria’s productivity, innovation and competitiveness, supporting the growth of industries and regions, stimulating the creation of jobs, addressing entrenched disadvantage and helping regional communities to thrive.It also undertakes work to ensure better transport, digital connectivity, more affordable housing, comprehensive health, education and community infrastructure.A key facet of this work is also to position regional Victoria to capture and maximise the whole-of-economy benefits of the rapid transition to a net-zero economy. We do this through: • Working with business, local government, community, and other stakeholders to identify and enable new growth and investment opportunities and remove barriers to growth; • Supporting local business growth and innovation, particularly in industries where regions enjoy comparative advantages or are well placed to take advantage of future growth priorities; • Working with the private and public sector to facilitate new job creation; • Identification of economic and community infrastructure development opportunities; • Working collaboratively across government to drive positive, place-based outcomes; and • Promotion of rural and regional Victoria as a place to invest, work and live in. Show less -
Director - Priority Communities Vaccination UnitVictorian Department Of Families, Fairness & Housing Sep 2021 - Sep 2022Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaThe Priority Communities Vaccination Unit (PCVU) was established to support vaccine uptake amongst priority population groups and settings including:• carers; • culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) and multifaith communities; • LGBTIQ+ Victorians; • people with disability; • senior Victorians; • veterans;• social housing residents, people experiencing… Show more The Priority Communities Vaccination Unit (PCVU) was established to support vaccine uptake amongst priority population groups and settings including:• carers; • culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) and multifaith communities; • LGBTIQ+ Victorians; • people with disability; • senior Victorians; • veterans;• social housing residents, people experiencing housing instability and high-risk accommodation residents (HRAR); • victim survivors of family violence; • vulnerable children and families (including children and young people in the statutory child protection system); • vulnerable people in the youth justice system and exiting correctional settings; • women and girls; and • young people. The PCVU works across Victorian government departments and in partnership with Victoria’s diverse communities, to support individuals, families and communities to stay safe from coronavirus (COVID-19) and to feel informed and empowered to access the COVID-19 vaccination.By bringing together policy, program and community engagement functions to deliver initiatives, it works with communities to provide tailored and practical support to ensure equitable access to COVID-19 vaccinations, reducing the risk of the community both contracting COVID-19 and experiencing severe disease. Show less -
Director - Policy BranchDepartment Of Environment, Land, Water And Planning Jan 2020 - Aug 2021Melbourne, AustraliaThis branch leads and influences a contemporary policy framework to establish the outcomes and strategic direction for the management and use of state forests to enable effective and efficient service delivery. It also delivers a range of programs/services state-wide through its operational arms in order to achieve these outcomes. This includes:• timber harvesting and production• forest management/regulation and zoning• aboriginal heritage• recreation and visitor services•… Show more This branch leads and influences a contemporary policy framework to establish the outcomes and strategic direction for the management and use of state forests to enable effective and efficient service delivery. It also delivers a range of programs/services state-wide through its operational arms in order to achieve these outcomes. This includes:• timber harvesting and production• forest management/regulation and zoning• aboriginal heritage• recreation and visitor services• bushfire and emergency management and recovery Show less -
Non Executive Director And Chair Of The Finance Audit And Risk CommitteeAustralian Physiotherapy Council 2018 - Jun 2021Victoria, AustraliaThe Australian Physiotherapy Council Limited is the appointed accrediting authority for physiotherapy in Australia and is responsible for the guidance, development and assurance of standards for health professional practice in the public interest. The purpose of the Council is to advance physiotherapy education and provide the assurance of standards for the benefit of the public. The activities of the Council include: • Accreditation of entry-level physiotherapy education… Show more The Australian Physiotherapy Council Limited is the appointed accrediting authority for physiotherapy in Australia and is responsible for the guidance, development and assurance of standards for health professional practice in the public interest. The purpose of the Council is to advance physiotherapy education and provide the assurance of standards for the benefit of the public. The activities of the Council include: • Accreditation of entry-level physiotherapy education programs offered by higher education providers• Assessment of qualifications and skills of overseas-qualified physiotherapists for registration and migration purposes• Provision of advice, recommendations and consulting services to relevant organisations, in relation to accreditation and assessment• National and international liaison with other professional bodies, regulators and educators on matters related to standards of education and practice and global recognition of physiotherapy qualifications• Maintenance and regular review of the Accreditation Standard Show less -
Non Executive Director And Chair Of The Community Advisory CommitteeSouthern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust 2017 - Oct 2020Formed in March 2010 under the Cemeteries and Crematoria Act 2003, SMCT administers the Bunurong and Cheltenham Memorial Parks, Brighton General, Cheltenham Pioneer, Dandenong Community, Melbourne General, Springvale Botanical and St Kilda cemeteries. SMCT also administers a Preservation Fund, which ensures that resources will be available to maintain all eight cemeteries in perpetuity (for all time). SMCT cares for the needs of approximately 12,000 families each year, with an annual turnover… Show more Formed in March 2010 under the Cemeteries and Crematoria Act 2003, SMCT administers the Bunurong and Cheltenham Memorial Parks, Brighton General, Cheltenham Pioneer, Dandenong Community, Melbourne General, Springvale Botanical and St Kilda cemeteries. SMCT also administers a Preservation Fund, which ensures that resources will be available to maintain all eight cemeteries in perpetuity (for all time). SMCT cares for the needs of approximately 12,000 families each year, with an annual turnover of around $60m and $400m in assets. Show less -
Director Road User And Vehicle AccessDepartment Of Transport 2018 - Jan 2020Victoria, AustraliaThis branch incorporates a number of program and service delivery/operational units and policy/strategy units. Leading the research, development, implementation, and evaluation of strategies, programs/services, and legislation in the areas of, road safety strategy, safe system design, human factors, driver behaviour (distraction, speed, drugs, alcohol and fatigue), active transport (cycling, walking and other forms of active mobility), vehicle engineering, connected and automated vehicles… Show more This branch incorporates a number of program and service delivery/operational units and policy/strategy units. Leading the research, development, implementation, and evaluation of strategies, programs/services, and legislation in the areas of, road safety strategy, safe system design, human factors, driver behaviour (distraction, speed, drugs, alcohol and fatigue), active transport (cycling, walking and other forms of active mobility), vehicle engineering, connected and automated vehicles (CAV), and cooperative intelligent transport systems (C-ITS). Show less -
Honorary Research FellowLa Trobe University 2017 - Jan 2020School Of Psychology And Public Health -
Specialist AdvisorTherapeutic Goods Administration 2017 - Jan 2020Advisory Committee On Medicines SchedulingStatutory committees are defined as those established through an Act of Parliament or by Regulations. The TGA's statutory committees are comprised mainly of external expert members who are appointed by the Minister for Health to provide critical specialist advice to the TGA's delegated decision makers. In addition, experts in consumer and patient issues on committees also provide valuable advice from the viewpoint of users of medicines, devices or other products that the TGA regulates. Under… Show more Statutory committees are defined as those established through an Act of Parliament or by Regulations. The TGA's statutory committees are comprised mainly of external expert members who are appointed by the Minister for Health to provide critical specialist advice to the TGA's delegated decision makers. In addition, experts in consumer and patient issues on committees also provide valuable advice from the viewpoint of users of medicines, devices or other products that the TGA regulates. Under the Therapeutic Goods Regulations 1990, these individuals provide advice to delegates of the Secretary of Health to assist them in carrying out decisions. Show less -
Board MemberMerit Protection Boards 2016 - Jan 2020The Merit Protection Board is an independent statutory body established under the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 to:• advise the Minister and Secretary to the Department of Education and Training about principles of merit and equity to be applied in the teaching service;• hear reviews and appeals in relation to decisions made under the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (except Part 2.4, Division 9A - Unsatisfactory performance and Division 10 - Misconduct), or any other… Show more The Merit Protection Board is an independent statutory body established under the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 to:• advise the Minister and Secretary to the Department of Education and Training about principles of merit and equity to be applied in the teaching service;• hear reviews and appeals in relation to decisions made under the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (except Part 2.4, Division 9A - Unsatisfactory performance and Division 10 - Misconduct), or any other Act;• advise the Minister or the Secretary about any matter referred to them by the Minister or the Secretary relating to merit and equity in the teaching service; and• hear reviews and appeals in relation to any decision prescribed by the regulations to be a decision in respect of which there is a right of review or appeal to a Merit Protection Board. Show less -
Bail JusticeDepartment Of Justice And Regulation, Victoria, Australia Jan 2014 - Sep 2019Bail Justices are appointed by the Governor in Council under section 14 of the Honorary Justices Act 2014 and conduct:• remand hearings in respect of adults who are held in police custody under the Bail Act 1977;• remand hearings involving children who are held in police custody and applications for Interim Accommodation Orders under the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005; and• Bail Justices also have the power to witness statutory declarations and receive affidavits within… Show more Bail Justices are appointed by the Governor in Council under section 14 of the Honorary Justices Act 2014 and conduct:• remand hearings in respect of adults who are held in police custody under the Bail Act 1977;• remand hearings involving children who are held in police custody and applications for Interim Accommodation Orders under the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005; and• Bail Justices also have the power to witness statutory declarations and receive affidavits within Victoria. Show less -
CeoKinders Together 2016 - 2017Victoria, AustraliaKinders Together is not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the provision of high quality, community based education and care services with a large focus on inclusion support (for children with additional needs) and early start programs (children identified through child protection, indigenous families and other vulnerable cohorts). Kinders Together currently manages 20 education and care services statewide and has over 200 staff. The delivery of high quality education and care services is… Show more Kinders Together is not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the provision of high quality, community based education and care services with a large focus on inclusion support (for children with additional needs) and early start programs (children identified through child protection, indigenous families and other vulnerable cohorts). Kinders Together currently manages 20 education and care services statewide and has over 200 staff. The delivery of high quality education and care services is strengthened through the provision of a committed professional workforce, considered and innovative planning, and genuine community partnerships. Kinders Together is governed by a Board of Directors. Show less
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Non Executive DirectorAnnecto - The People Network 2014 - 2017Annecto assists people and their families who experience disability and ageing to participate in their community. Annecto have approximately 250 partnerships within the community, which includes business, community organisations and government (local, state and federal) that focus on people living good lives in the community. Annecto is currently operating in metropolitan Melbourne and Sydney, the Loddon Mallee and Grampians areas of regional Victoria and the Orana Far West region of NSW… Show more Annecto assists people and their families who experience disability and ageing to participate in their community. Annecto have approximately 250 partnerships within the community, which includes business, community organisations and government (local, state and federal) that focus on people living good lives in the community. Annecto is currently operating in metropolitan Melbourne and Sydney, the Loddon Mallee and Grampians areas of regional Victoria and the Orana Far West region of NSW. Annecto has an annual turnover of $40m and employs over 500 staff. Show less -
Non Executive DirectorArts Access Victoria 2014 - 2017Arts Access Victoria (AAV) is the state’s leading arts and disability organisation. AAV’s focus is building the capacity of the arts, disability, community and education sectors to deliver increased and improved opportunities for arts and cultural participation for people with a disability. AAV provides training, resources, mentorships, advice and information services for organisations and individuals from both the arts and disability sectors. -
Deputy ChairAdult Community And Further Education Board 2014 - 2017Southern Metropolitan Regional CouncilThe role of the ACFE Regional Council is to:• advise on and monitor the delivery of adult community education and the strength of the community based organisations providing it;• support Victoria’s Learn Local adult community education organisations, to focus on quality improvement and sustainability, be responsive to local/regional individual, community and industry needs, and to develop stronger and more visible networks while maintaining the characteristics and approaches that are… Show more The role of the ACFE Regional Council is to:• advise on and monitor the delivery of adult community education and the strength of the community based organisations providing it;• support Victoria’s Learn Local adult community education organisations, to focus on quality improvement and sustainability, be responsive to local/regional individual, community and industry needs, and to develop stronger and more visible networks while maintaining the characteristics and approaches that are their historical strength; and• work with Government to meet the needs of learners facing barriers to participation and attainment including those from low-SES localities, early school leavers, low skilled and vulnerable workers, Indigenous people, unemployed people and people with a disability. Show less -
General ManagerPenington Institute 2015 - 2016Carlton, VictoriaPenington Institute advances health and community safety by connecting substance use research to practical action. The foundation of our work is the pursuit of sound evidence and a moral commitment to human dignity, autonomy and respect. Penington Institute operates a number of operational programs and services for industry/clients as well as undertaking policy/advocacy work with government.Penington Institute collaborates with, and represents a broad range of sectors and organisations… Show more Penington Institute advances health and community safety by connecting substance use research to practical action. The foundation of our work is the pursuit of sound evidence and a moral commitment to human dignity, autonomy and respect. Penington Institute operates a number of operational programs and services for industry/clients as well as undertaking policy/advocacy work with government.Penington Institute collaborates with, and represents a broad range of sectors and organisations to: • Identify and respond to specific substance use problems and their causes. • Enhance awareness of the health, social and economic drivers of drug-related harm.• Promote rational, integrated approaches to reduce the burden of death, disease and social problems related to problematic substance use.• Build and share knowledge to empower individuals, families and the community to take charge of substance use issues.• Better equip front-line workers to respond effectively to the needs of those with problematic drug use. Show less
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Roger Chao Mba, Faicd, Fgia Education Details
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Boardroom Mastery
Frequently Asked Questions about Roger Chao Mba, Faicd, Fgia
What company does Roger Chao Mba, Faicd, Fgia work for?
Roger Chao Mba, Faicd, Fgia works for Victorian Emergency Relief And Recovery Foundation
What is Roger Chao Mba, Faicd, Fgia's role at the current company?
Roger Chao Mba, Faicd, Fgia's current role is Chair and Non Executive Director.
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Roger Chao Mba, Faicd, Fgia attended Monash University, Curtin University, Australian Institute Of Company Directors, Curtin University, Monash University, Department Of Justice, Australian Institute Of Company Directors.
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