To achieve its goals, NICM requires high level scientific, strategic and business direction and support.  NICM is not a separate legal entity and is hosted by the University of Western Sydney (UWS).  UWS is legally responsible for NICM's foundation funding agreements held with the Australian Government and the NSW Government.  The following structures were supporting the Institute's operations:

• An independent Advisory Council
• A Scientific Advisory Committee
• An Audit and Risk Committee

Advisory Council

• Advisory Council Role
• Advisory Council 

Scientific Advisory Committee

• Scientific Advisory Committee Role
• Scientific Advisory Committee 

Audit and Risk Management

• Audit & Risk Committee Role
• Audit and Risk Committee

Staff

• Staff

Content Updated January 2009