Status and Details

Status and Details

This page contains information about the status, approval and implementation of this version of the document. It also contains information contact details for the subject matter expert.  To the right, a brief summary of the changes between this and the previous version is provided.

Delegation of Authority Framework

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Status Current Indicates if this version of the document is in effect (Current), yet to come into effect (Future), or expired (Historic).
Effective Date 10th July 2025 This is the date on which this version of the document came into effect.
Review Date 11th March 2027 The next review of this document is scheduled to commence on this date.
Approval Authority University Council The noted authority approved this is version of the document.
Approval Date 4th July 2025 This is the date on which this version of the document was approved by the authorised authority.
Expiry Date Not Applicable This is the date on which this version expires. It may still apply, conditionally, after this date.
Responsible Executive Dianne Allen
University Secretary
dianne.allen@newcastle.edu.au
This is the senior officer with responsibility for the document.
Enquiries Contact Dianne Allen
University Secretary
dianne.allen@newcastle.edu.au
Governance and Assurance Services
General enquiries should be directed to the officer/area listed.

Summary of Changes from Previous Version

Changes to clauses 3, 4, 10, 12, 15, 21, 21, 22, 25, 26, 38, 56, 58, 84, and 98 are administrative.
Changes to clause 44 and Table 1 include removal of some position groups, and introduction of generic position groups aligned to the University's Leadership Framework.
Clause 60 is new.
Amendments to clause 62-63 clarify arrangements for opting to not exercise a delegated authority and instructing or requesting others to exercise delegations.
Amendment to Clause 72 clarifies that sub-delegation cannot occur, in any manner, unless by the Vice-Chancellor.
Amendments to Clause 86 place time limits on the appointment of Authorised Officers.

Clauses Amended:Policy/Schedule: 3, 4, 10, 12, 15, 21, 22, 25-26, 38, 44, 56, 58, 60-64, 72, 84, 86, 98, 107