Job Description
Regional Investment Corporation - Chair and Board member Appointments Contribute to the future resilience of Australian agriculture. n
Applications are invited from experienced board directors and senior professionals with expertise relevant to the work of the Regional Investment Corporation (RIC) for appointment as the Chair or as a Board member.
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The RIC supports Australian agriculture by providing concessional loans to long-term viable farm businesses and farm-related small businesses in financial need due to drought and other challenges. Since its establishment in ****, the RIC has settled more than
3,600 loans valued at $3.8 billion.
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The RIC is entering an exciting phase. An additional
$1 billion in Australian Government loan funding
is being rolled out, alongside a commitment to broaden the RIC's role in improving climate resilience, boosting sector productivity and supporting agriculture's transition towards net zero.
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Applications are invited for
one Chair and up to four Board member positions.
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Board members, including the Chair, are required under
section 17 of the Regional Investment Corporation Act ****
to have appropriate qualifications, skills or experience in one or more of the following areas:
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agribusiness and the financial viability of businesses within the agricultural sector
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banking and finance
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issues concerning rural industries and communities
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economics
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financial accounting or auditing
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government funding programs or bodies
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law
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drought resilience
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expertise in an area relevant to a program prescribed by the rules under subsection 8(5).
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In addition, expertise in climate resilience, emissions reduction, transition to net zero and/or sustainability, particularly in the agriculture sector; agricultural productivity and innovation; working with First Nations people and businesses, including agribusinesses; farm business succession; wild-catch fisheries and aquaculture industries; and senior Commonwealth public service experience, would also be highly regarded.
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Candidates should also demonstrate high-level leadership and vision, sound judgement, integrity and governance capability, an understanding of government, and the ability to contribute effectively to the strategic direction and oversight of the RIC.
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The
Chair
will provide leadership and strategic direction to the Board and organisation, promote robust governance and lead the Board's consultation and engagement with government and industry.
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These appointments offer an opportunity to contribute to the resilience, productivity and long-term sustainability of Australian agriculture.
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Applications are encouraged from appropriately qualified candidates across Australia, including regional Australia, and from candidates who will contribute to the diversity of the Board.
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For further information, please contact Amanda O'Rourke by email at , quoting
Reference No. ****
in the subject line.
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APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Monday 26 October **** at ***** pm AEDT.
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📌 Regional Investment Corporation Board Positions (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
📍 Melbourne