Strategic Leadership Opportunity in Agricultural Innovation
The Company is a leading cereal breeder, operating at the intersection of science, technology and agribusiness. Our breeding programs offer market-leading wheat, barley and oat varieties across major production regions.
We are committed to genetic innovation, commercial impact and sustainability. AgTech innovation in cereal breeding, on-farm with growers, and across the grain value chain brings new opportunities to our business.
This fast-growing company values strategic partnerships with growers, the grain value chain and research institutions, positioning us as a key contributor to national food security and agricultural competitiveness.
The Opportunity
The Board seeks to appoint an independent Non-Executive Director who will bring deep financial acumen and the capacity to provide strategic oversight of emerging digital technologies.
This includes artificial intelligence, data analytics, and digital platforms that are increasingly shaping agricultural R&D, breeding programs, and commercialisation pathways.
The successful candidate will help the Board navigate both financial stewardship and the opportunities/risks of digital transformation in agriculture.
About You
We are keen to hear from you if you possess the following:
* Strong financial literacy complimented by formal finance qualifications;
* Experience in audit or finance committee;
* Ability to interrogate financial performance and capital strategy;
* Understanding and experience of emerging technologies (AI, data analytics, Digital platforms);
* Ability to assess strategic opportunities and risks in digital transformation;
* Experience in agriculture, biotechnology, food systems or R&D commercialisation desirable but not essential;
* Demonstrated ability to contribute to long term strategy, innovation and market positioning;
* Values driven, collaborative and committed to long term impact; able to contribute to a constructive and high performing board culture.
Why this role?
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a leading cereal breeding organisation at the leading edge of science, technology and agribusiness.
We expect all candidates to have a genuine interest in, and broad understanding of Australian agriculture.