Research Advisory Committee Independent Member Opportunity

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