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Alcoa Harvey Sustainability Fund Advisory Committee

Alcoa Harvey Sustainability Fund Advisory Committee
09 May 2024

Nominations are now open for a community representative position on the Alcoa Harvey Sustainability Fund Advisory Committee.

Nominations are now open for a community representative position on the Alcoa Harvey Sustainability Fund Advisory Committee.

The role of the Alcoa Harvey Sustainability Fund Advisory Committee is:

  • To set the objectives for, build and allocate funds from the Fund for the benefit of the local community within the framework of the Deed of Agreement.
  • To review and recommend applications to Shire to receive grant funding in line with the objectives of the Fund.
  • To promote the Fund throughout the region by.
    • outlining the funding opportunity and emphasising the intent of the Fund; 
    • facilitating increased knowledge of community development and sustainability; and
    • to remain abreast of key issues and needs in the community.

Community representative for the Advisory Committee will be selected using the following criteria:

  • Passion, enthusiasm and commitment to the objectives of the Fund.
  • Skills that contribute to a well-balanced Advisory Committee.
  • Broad regional outlook.
  • Highly respected within the community.
  • Excellent community networks. 
  • Technical knowledge and expertise in the Fund's areas of interest.
  • Demonstrated affinity to the local region surrounding Wagerup refinery.
  • Good understanding of sustainable development in regional areas.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Any other criteria which the Shire and Alcoa may deem appropriate for the time and community.

Nominations close Friday, 31 May 2024.

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Find out about the Alcoa Harvey Sustainability Fund.