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Research Advisory Committee Independent Member Opportunity
17 May 2023
TSA is seeking an Independent Member to join its Research Advisory Committee
Play a critical role in assessing applications for funding and setting long-term priorities to support market development. Applications for funding usually range from $50,000 – $500,000 per project, and TSA’s contribution generally represents half of the total project cost. As funding proposals continue to increase in scale and complexity, the Research Advisory Committee requires a range of skills and expertise to give due consideration to the inherent risks and opportunities of each application.
TSA is looking for an individual with a strong interest in the circular economy and experience in evaluating the financial, regulatory and market development aspects of emerging business opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the TSA Board in assessing funding applications
- Set long-term priorities for funding to support market development
- Evaluate and assess funding applications for demonstration and commercialisation
- Provide strategic, commercial and sustainability leadership to the organisation
- Contribute to a sub-committee environment
Requirements:
- Degree qualified
- Demonstrated skills in the risk assessment of innovative projects
- Prior experience in a sub-committee environment
- Dedication to the role and willingness to contribute the required time
- Membership of the AICD or the Governance Institute of Australia is highly regarded
Key Skills:
- Knowledge and experience in circular economy principles
- Strong financial evaluation skills
- Ability to assess regulatory and market development aspects of emerging business opportunities
- Expertise in risk assessment of innovative projects with a specific focus on commercial viability
Remuneration:
- Remunerated role, paid on a per meeting basis
- Meetings are held approx. 4 times per year
- Approximately 3 hours per meeting, with 2-3 hours of preparation time required
To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to: getonboard@tyrestewardship.org.au
Applications close on 30 June 2023