ARLP
Australian Rural Leadership Program
A unique opportunity for selected rural and regional leaders to undertake a program of personal growth and develop the skills, knowledge and networks needed to be effective in regional, state, national and international arenas.
Comprising professional and personal leadership skills development, examination of key national and international issues and interaction with leaders in government, industry and the community.The Australian Rural Leadership Program (ARLP) prepares these leaders to:
- develop sustainable, competitive and profitable industries, in an international context;
- develop sustainable (economic, social, environmental) communities within rural and regional Australia;
- establish strategic alliances and build strong links within and across industry sectors;
- identify the competing demands for industry, government and the community support;
- identify and analyse the strategic issues affecting the future of rural and regional Australia;
- understand the values, tactics and arguments of interest groups;
- deal confidently with industry, government and community leaders in Australia and overseas; and participate in shaping national policies.
The Program is for the development of the men and women who will lead rural and regional Australia well into the 21st century - men and women with vision and a commitment to shaping the future. It comprises a part-time course of 59 days, conducted over 17 months.
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Information for Applicants for Course 19 (May 2012 - Sept 2013)
The Australian Rural Leadership Program (ARLP) aims to produce a network of informed, capable and ethical leaders who are able to work collaboratively to advance the interests of their industries, communities and rural Australia in general. The program works to improve the capacity of rural leaders to engage wherever a challenge is best addressed and wherever they can contribute most effectively. This may be within communities and industries, in the political arena or in team-based roles.
The ARLP Curriculum is designed to expose developing leaders to learning opportunities in three key areas which are critical to capability and effectiveness in a leader. They are:
- personal effectiveness;
- ethics, values, social responsibility and an appreciation of diversity; and
- thinking, conceptual and analytical skills.
There are no prior education requirements that applicants need to meet to undertake the program. Rather, the ARLP is for men and women already active in leadership roles in rural communities, primary industries, and/or related infrastructure, service, research or support areas who:
- want to help shape the future of remote, rural and regional Australia;
- have the capacity, prospects and commitment to lead at regional, state or national levels;
- are committed to developing and advancing a positive future for remote, rural and regional Australia;
- will attend all sessions of the Program and complete all requirements; and
- will contribute to and draw upon the Foundation’s Network of Fellows.
Selection is competitive. Following the short-listing of applicants based on this application, the Foundation will conduct interviews for short-listed applicants in regional locations during Sep/Oct/Nov, and make selections for Course 19 in December 2011.
Participants must commit to engage with sponsors, industry and community about the lessons gained from participating in the Australian Rural Leadership Program and continue to use these learnings for the advancement of rural and regional Australia. To balance the requirements of leadership experience and long term return on investment. In the past, the Foundation has received around 150 applications and interviewed some 70 applicants for the 35 or so positions on each course.
The Foundation will conduct interviews in Sep/Oct 2011, and make the final selections for Course 19 in December 2011.
TRAILblazers - Now open for enrollments!
The Foundation's exclusive program for SEASONED leaders is now open for registrations. The course runs 23-31 March 2012. Only 12 spots available. Register here now.
Positions Available
Media and Marketing Officer:
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and
Short Course and Network Administrator:
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Applications close January 27, 2012
Program Coordinator:
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Position available to start immediately
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Upcoming Events
| Sun Feb 12 @08:00am - 05:00pm ARLP Course 18 - Overseas Study tour to India |
| Fri Mar 23 @09:00am - 05:00pm TRAILblazers 2012 |
