Commonwealth Numbered Acts

ENHANCING ONLINE SAFETY FOR CHILDREN ACT 2015 (NO. 24, 2015) - SECT 50

             (1)  The Commissioner is to be appointed by the Minister by written instrument.

             (2)  A person is not eligible for appointment as the Commissioner unless the Minister is satisfied that the person has:

                     (a)  substantial experience or knowledge; and

                     (b)  significant standing;

in at least one of the following fields:

                     (c)  the operation of social media services;

                     (d)  the operation of the internet industry;

                     (e)  public engagement on issues relating to online safety;

                      (f)  public policy in relation to the communications sector;

                     (g)  child welfare or child wellbeing.

             (3)  The Commissioner holds office on a full-time basis.