Football Victoria has confirmed the appointment of Carolyn Jackson as one of their newest board members.Ms Jackson joins the Football Victoria board with over 20 years of leadership experience in strategic delivery, financial management and change management within the Victorian Government.
Ms Jackson’s most recent role as Deputy Secretary at the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action has seen her lead key initiatives in climate action, environmental reform and advancing self-determination for Traditional Owners.
She has also made significant contributions to the energy sector, strategic finance and regional leadership while serving as Director at several organisations across the past decade.
Football Victoria commented on Jackson’s leadership throughout her career and what she can provide to the board:
“Ms Jackson’s celebrated career has seen her spearhead complex initiatives and build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, Ministers, and senior executives,” they said in a media release.
“Her leadership style is marked by strategic vision, accountability, and a reputation for achieving results in challenging and ambiguous environments.
“Football Victoria warmly welcomes Carolyn Jackson to the FV Board and looks forward to her contributions to the growth and success of our football community.”
Antonella Care, Football Victoria President, spoke about the appointment of Ms Jackson and how her expertise will help Football Victoria to grow and develop football at all levels:
“Carolyn is an incredibly accomplished professional and a valuable addition to our Board; with strengths in priority areas aligning to our recently released ‘Our Football’ strategic plan,” she said in a media release.
“Her wealth of experience will provide the FV Board and the wider organisation with tangible guidance and direction to achieve our ambitious targets.”
Jackson said she is looking forward to joining the board and supporting the next era of football in Victoria:
“I am excited and grateful for the opportunity to serve Victoria’s diverse football community as part of the Football Victoria Board,” she said in a media release.
“Football Victoria’s 2024-2028 strategic plan provides a compelling framework for the next four years, which I am focused on driving forward, to ensure football continues to prosper and enrich the lives of participants in our state.”
Ms Jackson will commence her new role on September 9, 2024.
