Expressions of Interest: Industry Funding Scheme (IFS) Management Committee Member
The Industry Funding Scheme (IFS) addresses agricultural pest and disease threats in Western Australia that align with industry priorities. An Industry Management Committee (IMC) consists of dedicated producers and growers who manage the three IFS schemes.
There are currently vacancies on the following committees:
Sheep and Goat Industry Funding Scheme Management Committee
- The Sheep and Goat IFS has 2 vacancies for producers and/or supply chain representatives. Sheep and goat meat and wool producers are encouraged to apply.
- Grains, Seeds and Hay Industry Funding Scheme Management Committee
- The Grains IFS has 1 vacancy for a producer. Experience in the management of Skeleton Weed is highly desirable.
- Cattle Industry Funding Scheme Management Committee
- The Cattle IFS is accepting expressions of interest for future opportunities.
Western Australian producers, growers, and industry stakeholders involved in the beef, dairy, grain, seed, hay, sheep and/or goat industries or supply chains are encouraged to apply.
Expressions of interest (EOI) to be appointed as a Committee Member will:
- open at 8:00am Tuesday 1 April 2025
- close at 8:00pm Monday 12 May 2025
Guidelines
Expressions of interest can only be submitted on the DPIRD SmartyGrants platform.
More information on the 3 Industry Funding Schemes is available on the IFS website or by emailing IFS@dpird.wa.gov.au
Your Expression of Interest must indicate which Industry Management Committee you are applying for (you can apply for more than one) and must include:
- A completed SmartyGrants application form, including contact details and addresses the IMC selection criteria.
- A current resume, uploaded with your application, or entered in the form provided on the SmartyGrants platform. Your resume must include the following information:
- current employer (if employed) and position
- employment history and relevant voluntary roles
- qualifications and training
- other committee/board experience (if applicable).