AHDB is seeking a new Chair 

Do you have the experience to chair a board that helps shape the future of the UK food and farming industry? Can you provide strategic direction and expertise to help build a world-class agriculture sector that thrives amid industry changes.
Established in 2008, the Agriculture & Horticulture Board (AHDB) is funded through a statutory levy collected from farmers, growers and parts of the supply chain across four sectors. Our goal is to provide support to these sectors to become more sustainable and competitive by delivering exceptional value through transparency, strategic investment and active engagement.
 
Essential Criteria
1.    Interest and expertise in agriculture, farming or food, and an understanding of AHDB’s role
2.    Proven experience in chairing board meetings
3.    Proven ability to lead organisational transition, manage risk and drive business improvement
4.    Evidence of supporting senior leadership teams ensuring accountability
5.    Exceptional ability to engage with stakeholders and cultivate partnerships 
6.    Confident collaborator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to negotiate 
7.    Practical knowledge of financial management and commercial strategy
8.    Commitment to excellence in governance, sound judgement and unquestioned integrity 
 
Salary: £58,000 per annum
Time Commitment: 104 days per year minimum, including six Board meetings per year
Location: Attending occasional meetings at AHDB Head Office in Coventry as and when needed
Start date: 1 April 2025 for up to three years
 
This is a Ministerial public appointment. For further information and for details on how to apply, visit the Public Appointments website: by clicking the APPLY button. Application deadline is 13th December 2024.
 
All public appointments are made on merit following a fair and open competition. We positively welcome applicants from all backgrounds