Foundation for Australian Agricultural Women

The Foundation for Australian Agricultural Women (FAAW) is seeking 2 new Directors (male or female). We are seeking one director with strength in marketing and the other with strength in sales. Appointment would commence from our AGM in October 2010.

Are you interested in leading an organisation through significant strategic growth?

Position Description

A. KEY POSITION RESULTS

Effectively contribute to the image and position of FAAW
Identify and develop long term relations with key stakeholders including media, corporate and government at a national and international level; develop strategies and programs that actively contribute to the vision of FAAW; attend selected seminars and conferences on behalf of FAAW.

Contribute to the financial performance of FAAW

Contribute to the long-term financial sustainability of the organisation, through creative sale process initiatives to increase the Foundations online activity coupled with good risk management understanding.

Effectively contribute to the strategic initiatives

Actively contribute to development of collaborative networks with strategic partners, with a long term perspective, who identify with the vision of the organisation.

B. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS AND POSITION EVALUATION

Education:

Post secondary

Experience:

Demonstrable experience & commitment to social justice issues
Demonstrated understanding of sales and marketing, including brand awareness
Demonstrated ability to initiate projects/programs
Demonstrated ability to be a team player
Preferably some management experience in a service business
Knowledge and empathy with rural women and issues surrounding this demographic
Understanding of good governance practices
Well networked

Skills/Abilities:

Good communication and networking skills
Good understanding of financials
Knowledge of Director's duties and responsibilities
Excellent written and verbal presentation skills
Good people management skills
Good negotiation skills
Demonstrated project management
Experience with computer applications including word/excel and internet/web (broadband access)

Interpersonal Communication:

Internal contacts:

Board
Associate Members (past Directors)
Administrative staff

External contacts:

Registered users and subscribers
Project partners/presenters
Government representatives and Ministers
Industry bodies and rural networks
All levels of management in business
Media

Application Process

1. In your application we are looking for:
What "Women... given expanded presence and voice, will serve as leaders..." means to you?
Why you want to join the board of the Foundation?
How would you contribute to a strategy to expand our reach nationally and internationally?

The cover letter and resume should be a maximum of 3 pages. Click on the Sample Resume for guidance.

Your application must contain your full name, address, home phone or work phone, mobile number and email.

2. Upon receiving your application you will receive an email from us acknowledging receipt. If you have not received this within 2 days please confirm with our administration office on 0431 457 927.
3. Within 2 weeks from the closing date of Friday 6th August 2010, you will be notified if you have been successful or unsuccessful for an interview.
4. An interview time will be arranged for you. All interviews will be conducted by end of August via teleconference. All the information you need for you to participate in this interview will be forwarded to you prior to the scheduled time.
5. The interview panel will consist of 3 past and present Directors of FAAW.
6. You will be notified within one week of your interview.
7. Upon acceptance of the director position you will be forwarded an induction package.
8. Your appointment will go to a meeting of members for voting at the AGM in October.

How do I apply?
Applications are to be emailed to Lydia Valeriano contact@faaw.org.au by COB Friday 6th August 2010.

Application Process

1. In your application we are looking for you to address the selection criteria.

The cover letter and resume should be a maximum of 3 pages. Click on the Sample Resume for a Director position for guidance.

Your application must contain your full name, address, home phone or work phone, mobile number and email.

2. Upon receiving your application you will receive an email from us acknowledging receipt. If you have not received this within 2 days please confirm with our administration office on 0431 457927.
3. Within 2 weeks from the closing date you will be notified if you have been successful or unsuccessful for an interview.
4. An interview time will be arranged for you. All interviews will be conducted via teleconference. All the information you need for you to participate in this interview will be forwarded to you prior to the scheduled time.
5. The interview panel will consist of up to 3 past and/or present Directors of FAAW.
6. You will be notified within one week of your interview.
7. Upon acceptance of the position you will be forwarded an induction package.

Who to apply to?
Applications are to be emailed to Lydia Valeriano contact@faaw.org.au by COB on the closing date.