Meat & Livestock Australia seeks applications for Non-Executive Director positions

Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) is inviting applications for three non-executive director positions on its Board.

The MLA Board provides guidance and oversight of the management and performance of MLA in delivering its strategy. The Board operates under corporate governance and risk management frameworks to ensure producer levies, government matching dollars and partner funds are invested effectively to ensure the continuing prosperity of the Australian red meat and livestock industry.

This year, as part of the Board selection process, three non-executive directors are to be elected to the Board, with applications closing on June 8, 2025.

MLA’s Board is skills based and currently comprises of nine directors including eight non-executive directors and the Managing Director. Directors are nominated through the Selection Committee and appointed by members at MLA AGMs for a three-year term, with retiring Directors able to nominate for re-election.

As a skills-based Board and in line with specific requirements, candidates with extensive skills and experience in any of the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• Extensive knowledge of modern livestock supply chain systems, product integrity and value adding.
• Knowledge and connection across the agri-food industry including knowledge of RDC obligations and functions.
• Practical experience and understanding of sustainability frameworks and improvement opportunities.

To express your interest, email your application and CV to consultant@pacificsearch.com.au quoting MLA in the subject box, or call (03) 9631 1500 for a confidential discussion.

MLA welcomes and encourages all suitably qualified candidates to apply. For further information on MLA and an information pack outlining the application process, please refer to http://www.mla.com.au/directorguidelines.