Inspector-General of Animal Welfare and Live Animal Exports

• Part-time, (120 days per year) up to 5-year appointment
• National leadership role
• Shape the future of regulation and animal welfare

Are you ready to undertake independent reviews and strengthen accountability and transparency of Australia’s livestock export regulation and standards? The Australian Government is seeking an independent statutory officer to serve as the Inspector-General of Animal Welfare and Live Animal Exports (IGAWLAE).

About the role:

• Lead independent reviews of live export regulation and associated animal welfare requirements.
• Increase accountability and transparency of compliance with legislation and standards and promote continual improvement.
• Represent the office with credibility and independence.

About you:

• Experience in veterinary science, regulation, livestock production and exports, or similar disciplines.
• Strong understanding of animal welfare and export regulation.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Apply now via the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry’s website.

Enquiries: For a confidential discussion, contact [email protected] quoting in the subject line Ref. No. 2025/3420.

Applications close 26 October 2025.