Victorian Farmers Federation

http://www.vff.org.au

Role: General Board Member, Special Skills Director Type: Not-for-Profit & Community Organisations Location: Victoria, Melbourne City Council
Agriculture, fisheries and forestry
Annual Budget: more than $1,500,000
Number of Paid Staff: 21 - 50
Number of Volunteers: 21-100
Current Board Size: 8-12
Board Meetings (frequency): every two months
Board Meetings Held: During Day

Area of Expertise Being Sought:
Governance, Law & Legal Services, Marketing / Branding

Board Meetings (Mode):
Face-to-face, Online/Dial-in

Targeting:

Payment:
Paid: Amount not disclosed

Any further information about this vacancy:

We are seeking a Special Skills Director to join the Board and chair our Governance & Strategy Committee. This is a genuine governance seat created to strengthen the Board’s commercial capability at a pivotal moment for the organisation.

The VFF is modernising how it grows and serves its membership, diversifies its revenue, and builds partnerships with the commercial sector. We are looking for a director who can bring sharp strategic counsel, constructive challenge and independent judgement to the following priorities:

  • Commercial strategy and revenue diversification - helping the VFF build new income streams beyond traditional membership fees
  • Marketing and brand strategy - guiding our approach to brand positioning, member acquisition and retention
  • Partnerships and sponsorship - supporting the development of high-value corporate partnerships and commercial relationships

Applications close 5pm on Tuesday, 5 May 2026. Please submit a short cover letter (one page) and CV through SEEK.

The VFF is committed to a diverse Board and actively encourages applications from women, people from diverse backgrounds, and candidates of all ages.

Confidential enquiries can be directed to the CEO.

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