Agriculture Victoria is calling for expressions of interest from people with skills, experience and industry knowledge to serve on four statutory ministerial advisory committees that support Victoria's cattle, sheep, goat, swine and honey bee industries.
Applications are now open for chair and member positions on the:
- Apicultural Industry Advisory Committee
- Swine Industry Projects Advisory Committee
- Cattle Compensation Advisory Committee
- Sheep and Goat Compensation Advisory Committee
The committees provide independent advice to the Minister for Agriculture on compensation matters and investments that support animal health, biosecurity, industry development and market access outcomes for Victorian livestock industries.
Successful applicants will be appointed for terms of up to three years and will help shape future investments that support strong, productive and resilient livestock industries.
Agriculture Victoria is seeking applications from people with expertise in:
- cattle, sheep, goat, swine, honey bee and allied industries
- biosecurity and market access
- quality assurance and food safety
- agricultural, animal or veterinary science
- finance, legal practice or business management
- public policy
- research investment and industry leadership.
'Victoria's livestock industries play a critical role in our state's economy, regional communities and food production systems,' Agriculture Victoria CEO Beth Jones said.
'We're looking for people from a diverse range of backgrounds who can bring strategic thinking, technical expertise and a commitment to supporting the future of Victoria's cattle, sheep, goat, swine and apicultural industries.'
'This is an excellent opportunity for industry leaders, producers, technical specialists and people with governance experience to contribute to the future direction of important industry-funded programs.' Ms Jones said.
To view the position descriptions and submit an expression of interest, visit Join a public board | boards.vic.gov.au.
Expressions of interest will close on 15 November 2026 at 11.59 PM AEDT.
