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Your chance to influence small business policy in NSW

3 May 2010

The NSW Government is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified persons with small business experience, knowledge, skills and commitment to the small business sector to join The Small Business Development Corporation of NSW.

The Small Business Development Corporation of NSW is a part-time advisory body to the NSW Government on small business policy, issues and programs. The Corporation has been operating since 1984 and has provided invaluable assistance to the role of NSW Minister for Small Business.

The Corporation is constituted under the Small Business Development Corporation Act 1984 which requires the membership of the Corporation to be reviewed and appointed every three years. The term of the current Corporation will expire in September 2010 and expressions of interest are sought to constitute the 2010-2013 Corporation.
 
Any such persons are strongly encouraged to submit an Expression of Interest application.

The Selection Criteria to be considered for nomination include:

  • extensive and successful history as a small business owner/manager;
  • demonstrated networks with small businesses in the relevant industry sectors;
  • business, professional and/or technical qualifications relevant to small business development;
  • proven leadership skills/abilities;
  • knowledge and understanding of policy issues affecting the operation of small business sector in NSW;
  • past experience on private or public sector boards is preferable.

Interested persons should obtain an Expression of Interest Information package prior to submitting their application (see below) and are also available from Melissa Green on 02 9338 6770 or Melissa.Green@business.nsw.gov.au.

The closing date for expressions of interest is COB, Friday 28 May 2010 with a possibility of extension for one week.