Appointment of Deputy Chair and Members to the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) Board The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) is seeking to appoint a Deputy Chair and up to 18 Members to the Board of the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI). AFBI is an Executive Non-Departmental Public Body sponsored by DAERA. AFBI provides scientific research and services in the fields of agriculture, food, the marine and natural environment and biosciences. For more information about AFBI please click Apply below. Time Commitment and Remuneration: The Deputy Chair role requires approximately 20 days per annum. This position is remunerated at £12,289 per annum (under review). The Member position requires approximately 20 days per annum and is remunerated at £436 per day (under review). Reasonable travel and subsistence expenses incurred on official business will also be reimbursed. This does not include travel between home and AFBI Headquarters. Terms of Appointment: It is anticipated successful candidates will be appointed for a 3-year period from 1 June 2025. An additional 2-year term may be considered. Application Process: The following criteria will be tested at application and interview: Engaging with others; Delivering results; Relevant experience to the work of the organisation; Setting Strategic Direction and Managing Change (Deputy Chair position only) For more information about this competition and how to apply, please visit the NI Direct website. These appointments are regulated by the Commissioner for Public Appointments for Northern Ireland (CPANI). Further information is available by contacting: Public Appointments Unit, Jubilee House, 111 Ballykelly Road, Ballykelly, BT49 9HP. This material will also be made available in other formats on request. Reasonable adjustments will be made to accommodate the needs of candidates with a disability. The Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants with a disability will operate for this process. Closing date: Completed applications must be returned to the Department by noon Thursday 6 March 2025. Equality of Opportunity: DAERA is committed to the principle of public appointments based on merit with independent assessment, openness and transparency of process. DAERA is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications regardless of gender, age, marital status, disability, religion, ethnic origin, political opinion, sexual orientation or whether or not you have dependents. Since women, young people, people from minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities are currently under-represented on the AFBI Board, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome.