Administrative Review Tribunal Act 2024
Appointment by Governor-General
205(1)
The President is to be appointed by the Governor-General, by written instrument, on the recommendation of the Minister.
205(2)
Before the Minister makes a recommendation to the Governor-General, the Minister must: (a) consult the Chief Justice of the Federal Court; and (b) be satisfied that the person was assessed, by a panel established under section 209 , as suitable for the appointment through an assessment process that:
(i) was merit-based; and
(ii) included public advertising of the position; and
(iii) complied with the requirements (if any) prescribed by the regulations.
Qualification for appointment
205(3)
A person must not be appointed as the President unless the person is a Judge of the Federal Court.
Period of appointment
205(4)
The President holds office for a period of 5 years unless a shorter period is specified in the instrument of appointment.
205(5)
If the instrument of appointment specifies a shorter period, the instrument must state the reasons why the shorter period is specified.
Basis of appointment
205(6)
The President must be appointed on a salaried basis.
Reappointment
205(7)
A person may be reappointed as the President by written instrument made within 6 months before the end of the period specified in the person ' s instrument of appointment.
205(8)
Paragraph (2)(b) does not apply in relation to the reappointment of a person who, immediately before the start of the period of reappointment, holds office as the President under a previous appointment under subsection (1) .
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