About the MEMPC

We're seeking expressions of interest from community members to join the Moonee Valley Municipal Emergency Management Planning Committee.

The Moonee Valley Municipal Emergency Management Planning Committee (MEMPC) is formed pursuant to the Emergency Management Act 2013 and the Emergency Management Legislation Amendment Act 2018 (EMLA Act). The Moonee Valley MEMPC is a multi-agency collaboration group. The members of this committee bring organisation, industry or personal expertise to the task of developing a comprehensive emergency management plan for the municipality.

The MEMPC is responsible for municipal emergency management planning and meets on a quarterly basis.

MEMPC Community Member Expectations

Partnership

Members participating in the MEMPC do so with a partnership approach, providing advice in the best interest of the residents of Moonee Valley. Members must, in good faith, represent all areas of our municipality.

Confidentiality

All members must respect all confidentialities and operating protocols of the MEMPC. Information shared at MEMPC meetings and emails to members or between members should not be shared or released without prior written consent from the MEMPC Chair.

Conflict of interest

If a member has a direct or indirect interest in a matter to be decided by the MEMPC, they must declare their conflict or perceived conflict.

Time commitment

Members are required to attend the four MEMPC meetings held per year, provide input at those meetings and receive/send correspondence to/from the MEMPC. Meetings are held virtually via MS Teams, ‘in person’ at Moonee Valley Council’s Civic Office in Moonee Ponds or a hybrid of both.

Appointment term

The Community Representative will join the MEMPC for a period of two years.

Selection criteria

  • Knowledge of Moonee Valley’s community groups and a current or potential trusted figure within these groups
  • Experience engaging with community leaders to achieve mutual positive outcomes
  • Some knowledge of emergency management arrangements would be beneficial
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a team.
  • No actual or potential conflict of interest issues

Selection

A Working Group made of MEMPC members will be established to review and shortlist applications. You may be invited for an interview.

Who is in the MEMPC?

The Moonee Valley MEMPC is a multi-agency collaborative group. The members of the committee bring organisation, industry or personal expertise to the task of municipal emergency management planning. The members are:

  • Moonee Valley City Council
  • Victoria Police
  • Victoria State Emergency Service
  • Fire Rescue Victoria
  • Ambulance Victoria
  • Department of Health
  • Department of Families, Fairness and Housing
  • Emergency Recovery Victoria
  • Australian Red Cross
  • Services Australia
  • Victorian Council of Churches
  • VIC SES Essendon Unit
  • St Johns Ambulance First Aid
  • Essendon Fields
  • Vicinity Shopping Centres
  • Moonee Valley Racing Club
  • Westfield Airport West Shopping Centre
  • Moonee Valley Racing Club