We currently have a volunteer opportunity for the following:
Commercialisation and Market Development Advisor
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What we do
ABV delivers economic change to communities across the globe through donated business expertise. We create self-reliance and resilience and leave a lasting economic impact – one that endures generations.
How we do it?
We offer meaning opportunities for skilled business professionals to volunteer their expertise across communities in Australia and the Pacific. We work with communities to understand their needs and work with our Skilled Business Volunteers to match them to projects, that bring the right skills at the right time to help deliver outcomes.
About the opportunity
Primary Purpose of the Position
The Commercialisation and Market Development Advisor will support Blue Kelp Pty Ltd and the Victorian Sea Urchin Divers Association (VSUDA) to identify and develop opportunities for commercial growth within the East Gippsland sea urchin industry. Working with industry stakeholders, the advisor will provide strategic guidance on commercialisation, market development, investment attraction, capital raising, and processing and value-adding opportunities to help transform the industry from a production-focused model into a commercially sustainable and scalable sector.
Drawing on the strong technical expertise of local sea urchin divers, the role will help bridge existing capability gaps in commercialisation, marketing, and business development. The advisor will work to identify viable growth pathways, strengthen market positioning, improve investment readiness, and support the development of long-term economic opportunities for regional coastal communities. Through practical and implementable recommendations, the role will contribute to building a more resilient, profitable, and sustainable sea urchin industry in East Gippsland.
Selection Criteria:
- Strong experience in commercialisation and bringing products to market
- Proven skills in marketing strategy and market development
- Experience in business strategy and growth planning
- Knowledge of investment readiness and capital raising pathways
- Ability to provide practical, clear and implementable recommendations
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with industry groups and small operators
Role information:
- Start ASAP
- Approximately 6 months, 8 hours p/week
- Online/Remote after initial site visit - Victoria
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Please note, if you are interested in applying for the role, we will require you to meet the following criteria:
- 5 years professional experience in the relevant field
- Australian citizen or Australian permanent resident residing in Australia.
- Willingness to complete a National Police Check
- Willingness to complete a Working with Children Check
What will happen next?
Our volunteer recruitment team will be in touch with you to advise you of the next steps.
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ABV is an equal opportunity employer and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally & linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds are encouraged to apply for this position.