September 03, 2025

Nominate Experts to Serve on the SRP Technical Committee – Drive Innovation in Sustainable Rice

We invite SRP members to nominate dedicated and committed individuals to serve as members of the SRP Technical Committee (TC). Working on a pro bono basis, Committee Members play a vital role in shaping SRP’s normative documents and scientific positions, making a direct contribution to SRP’s mission to transform the global rice sector towards a healthy, inclusive, and sustainable future. 

About the SRP Technical Committee: 

Reporting to the SRP Board, the SRP Technical Committee provides scientific and technical guidance on the management and revision of the SRP Standard and Performance Indicators, the Assurance Scheme, position papers and other related normative documents. It is therefore central to ensuring the highest levels of scientific and technical excellence in SRP’s undertakings. Additionally, the Committee oversees the SRP Authorized Training Program and the development of digital farmer support tools. 

Read the full Terms of Reference: SRP Technical Committee (v3.0, 2025)  

Available Seats (2-year terms, October 2025 – October 2027): 

There is one seat available in each of the following technical domains: 

• Traceability (1 seat)

• Social (1 seat)

• Carbon (1 seat)

Eligibility & Qualifications 

• Only SRP Members may submit nominations (including self-nominations). There is no requirement for the nominee to be employed by, partnered with, or otherwise affiliated with the Member who submits the nomination.

• TC members act in their individual capacity, not as representatives of their institution.

• Proven expertise in one of the following domains:

1. Traceability systems – digital tools, supply chain integrity, or related field
2. Social sustainability – labor rights, smallholder inclusion, or related field
3. Carbon in the rice sector – carbon markets, MRV, climate change, or related field

• Demonstrated commitment to SRP’s mission

• Willingness and availability to dedicate time and effort to the Committee’s work as per the ToR.

Submission requirements: 
SRP members are encouraged to send nominations (self-nominations permitted) to assurance@sustainablerice.org by 9 September 2025 (23:59 Bangkok Time), attaching: 

1. Letter of nomination from an SRP member, OR

2. A compelling statement of interest (no more than 500 words) outlining your relevant experience, eligibility, motivation, and commitment to joining the Committee.

3. An indication of the domain for which the candidate is nominated (Traceability, Social, or Carbon).

Nomination Process  

• Call for Nominations: SRP Secretariat announces a call for Technical Committee member nominations from SRP members, specifying the area of expertise and required specialism.

• Review of Nominations: SRP Secretariat and SRP Technical Committee review all nominations and submits shortlisted candidates to the SRP Board.

• Board Voting and Approval: The SRP Board reviews shortlist and votes to appoint the new Technical Committee member. The Board may delegate this authority to the Executive Director.

We eagerly anticipate your nominations and look forward to welcoming new members to the SRP Technical Committee. Should you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to contact SRP Secretariat at assurance@sustainablerice.org. 

Thank you for considering this opportunity to contribute to the vital work of the SRP Technical Committee.