Board Director Opportunities Open

11 June 2020

12/06/2020

Encouraging Outstanding Applicants to Apply

Sheep Producers Australia (SPA) is the Peak National Industry Body for the Australian Sheep Meat Industry. Based in Canberra, our purpose is to be a strategic leader working to benefit Australia’s sheep industry to achieve a productive, profitable and sustainable future. Our vision is to be a trusted influencer, leader and advisor for Australian sheep producers, industry, and government.

SPA is governed by a skills-based board, comprised of a minimum of four and maximum of seven member-elected Directors and up to two Board-appointed Independent Directors.

Two Board Vacancies:

SPA seeks to appoint two member-elected Directors at our upcoming AGM in November.

The vacancies have arisen due to the completion of term by a member-elected Director, who is eligible to stand for re-election; and the other is a newly-created position.

Potential Candidates:

SPA encourages candidates who are passionate about the success of the Australian sheep industry and SPA, who possess a desire to contribute to the industry good and seek to further their professional governance expertise to apply.

The SPA Board values diversity of thinking, and skills that encompass a broad range of high-level knowledge and experience. Currently the Board is seeking applications from candidates with demonstrated experience in two or more of the following areas:

Practical farming knowledge and experience

An interest and understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the Australian Sheep Industry & value chain

Strong farming and/or Industry networks knowledge

Good strategic thinking and analysis skills

Experience in managing organisations

Strong governance knowledge and skills

A passion to help the Industry prosper in the future

In accordance with SPA’s constitution, member-elected directors are appointed for a three year term.

Applications Close: noon AEST on Friday 10th July 2020

Find Out More: https://sheepproducers.com.au/about-us/our-board/openings/