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The NFF’s purpose is to lead Australian agriculture. At the heart of this is our commitment to a diverse and inclusive team, where different experiences, approaches and points of view are embraced. We know diversity drives innovation. We’re growing our team and programs in the pursuit of NFF’s goal for agriculture to be a $100 billion industry by 2030.
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Current opportunities
We’re Hiring: NFF Horticulture Council Chair
About the Horticulture Council
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) purpose is to lead Australian Agriculture. It plays a unique leadership role as the national representative body for Australian Farmers.
The NFF Horticulture Council is the preeminent forum for deliberating and
influencing policy as it affects the national horticulture industry. The Council has been established to benefit the horticulture industry and has substantially enhanced and supported policy efforts that have led to a more efficient, effective, cohesive horticulture policy and advocacy capability at the national level.
About the role
The Chair will be expected to work toward the vision and objectives of the Council as determined by its Strategic Plan, and the wider NFF, and in ways consistent with its mission and values.
The specific priorities for the Council and therefore its Chair will be identified through its strategic and operational plans, which are endorsed and reviewed regularly by the Council.
The Chair will have an initial term of three (3) years, concluding 30 June 2029, with the ability to extend for an additional three (3) year term, subject to the mutual agreement of the Council and the incumbent.
About you
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following qualities and characteristics:
• Experience in chairing governing or policy-setting bodies, creating space for productive, respectful, inclusive debate leading to outcomes that are mutually beneficial.
• Existing, or capacity to build new connections and networks among key stakeholders through which the mission and objectives of the Council can be pursued.
• Experience in publicly conveying, including with media, positions taken collectively by a governing or policy-setting bodies on potentially contentious matters.
• A demonstrable passion for Australian agriculture and food industries and an appreciation for their contribution to the economy, society and natural environment.
How to apply
Refer to our position description for the requirements of your application.
For further information about the role or for a confidential discussion, please contact Jolyon Burnett, outgoing Chair of the Council (e) jolyon@ozemail.com.au or (m) 0416 224 935.
Applications close 5pm AEST Friday 22 May.
