The Awards recognise established and upcoming leaders in the government and not for profit (NFP) sectors who demonstrate integrity, innovate in their leadership roles and contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of their organisation.

The six award categories are:

• State Government and Statutory Authorities – Executive Category
• Local Government – Executive Category
• Not for Profit – Executive Category
• State Government and Statutory Authorities – Non Executive Category
• Local Government – Non Executive Category
• Not for Profit – Non Executive Category

Winners of each award category will receive a cash prize of $7500 and runners up will receive a $500 Leadership Victoria voucher.

Nominations are open now and close 13 June 2015.

Awards winners will be announced at a gala dinner on Wednesday 26 August at Sofitel Melbourne. The dinner will also feature guest speaker Rosie Batty, this year’s Australian of the Year.