Program Manager, Grants And Major Bids, Research Services

• Full-Time, Ongoing Position
• Westerns Penrith Campus
• Working at WSU means you’ll be part of an organisation that’s ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide!
• Unlock your potential with WSU: Benefit from flexible work arrangements, salary packaging, 35-hour work week, development opportunities and more!

About Western 

Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led institution committed to excellence in education, research, and community impact. We are proud to be ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide and hold the top position in the Times Higher Education Impact rankings, with 85% of its research being at or above world standard. At Western Sydney University, we recognise that unlocking your true potential is the key to your success, just as we do for our students. Our core values - Boldness, Fairness, Integrity, and Excellence – serve as guiding principles for our organisational culture and influence the work we do. With a team of 3,000 dedicated staff members, we foster a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative culture deeply rooted in research and dedicated to student-centred excellence. It's the perfect environment for you to thrive professionally. If you are a dedicated and forward-thinking academic seeking a career that can make a meaningful difference, we invite you to discover the abundant opportunities, innovation, and impact that await you at Western Sydney University.

Western Sydney University is committed to fostering a workplace environment where women are empowered, supported, and given equal opportunities for growth and success. Through inclusive policies, mentorship programs, and initiatives promoting work-life balance, Western Sydney University strives to be an employer of choice for women, recognising their invaluable contributions to the institution's mission and vision.

About the Grants Services Team

A dedicated and committed team of Research Development Officers (RDOs, n=4) comprise the Grants Services Team. The RDOs work with researchers across Western’s Schools, Institutes, and Strategic Research Initiatives (SRIs) to help researchers identify appropriate funding opportunities; facilitate the development of high-quality, competitive external grant applications; manage the grant submission processes on behalf of the University; diversify funding sources; and contribute to achieving external research income targets.

About the Role

The Grants Services Team is seeking an experienced professional to fill the Program Manager, Grants and Major Bids position within their team!

As Program Manager, Grants and Major Bids, you'll be a key driver of our ambitious research agenda. You will develop and implement a strategic funding strategy, secure major grants (ARC/NHMC/MRFF focus), and forge impactful partnerships – all to empower researchers with competitive proposals and elevate our global research standing. Building strong internal and external networks, aligning with the 2021-2026 Strategic Plan and leading the way in enhancing research intensity, innovation, and engagement, are critical to this role.

This is a full-time, ongoing position based at Westerns Penrith Campus, although travel to other campuses of the University may be required. 

Please review the position description for further information.

About you

The successful candidate will have:

• An in-depth understanding of the Australian research ecosystem.
• Leadership experience in strategic development and management of research grants in a large research institution.
• Demonstrable knowledge of strategies to effectively target external funding opportunities (in both a national and global context) to increase grant application success rates.
• Experience in developing and managing high-performing teams.
• Demonstrated relationship management skills with government agencies, industry clients, multilateral agencies, and academic stakeholders.
• Strong oral and interpersonal communication skills across a range of formal and informal contexts.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Culture

Western Sydney University highly values equity and inclusiveness. We have a proud history of doing so and consider this an important part of our social and civic responsibilities as a University. We strive to contribute to tackling inequalities and promoting wellbeing within our own institution, the Greater Western Sydney region, nationally and internationally. If you share our passion for creating a more equitable and inclusive world, and if you are ready to contribute to meaningful change, join us in our mission to promote equity, inclusiveness, and wellbeing.

What We Offer in Return

At Western Sydney University, we deeply value our staff and recognise their invaluable contributions that drive our mission and uphold our values. In return for your dedication, we offer:

• 35 hour work week
• Flex leave for Professional staff
• 17% super contributions

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we want to hear from you! Apply now ensuring you carefully address each of the selection criteria in your application. Don't miss this chance to work at Western Sydney University, where every day is an opportunity to make a difference!

Remuneration Package: HEW Level 9 $151,302 to $161,579 p.a. (comprising Salary of $127,852 to $136,536 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)

Position Enquiries: Please direct specific enquiries regarding the role to Dr Shantala Mohan via email **************@westernsydney.edu.au 

Recruitment Enquiries: Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the Recruitment Team at ***************@westernsydney.edu.au

Closing Date: 8:30pm, Sunday 31st March 2024.

Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For an ongoing/continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident and provide evidence at time of application.

How to Apply

Please use the following link to submit your application to be directed to Western Sydney University’s website, to submit your application: https://uws.nga.net.au/?jati=478DA2FA-814D-5355-B6F8-DA900897F613

In addition to your resume and cover letter, you are required to address the selection criteria in your application.

Please note, only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.