Strategic Program Manager

About Our Client
The Fisheries Research & Development Corporation (FRDC) invests in research, development, and extension activities to increase economic, social, and environmental benefits for Australian fishing and aquaculture and the wider community. Our client's mission is to act as a national thought leader, facilitating knowledge creation, collaboration, and innovation to shape the future of fishing and aquaculture in Australia for the benefit of the Australian people.
Job Description
The Strategic Programs Manager is instrumental in coordinating FRDC's portfolio of programmatic strategic investments and facilitating the successful implementation of cross-functional initiatives. The Strategy and Innovation group are responsible for investment in national complex areas, including: Climate resilience, ESG, Circular Economy, Decarbonisation. This role includes a delegated authority for evaluating programmatic investment proposals, financial approval of reports, and drafting/reviewing agreements and variations. Responsibilities also encompass continuous improvement of quality procedures and processes.
Responsibilities include:

• Engaging providers in a dialogue about programmatic investments, ensuring timely and budget-compliant proposals.
• Managing the external peer review process for reporting.
• Reviewing reports to approve content aligned with agreed deliverables and facilitating payments to providers.
• Engaging in relevant activities associated with programmatic investments, as required.
• Additionally, the Strategic Programs Manager collaborates with stakeholders on shared strategic national priorities, informing strategic planning and program design. They may act as a primary contact for FRDC's stakeholders.
• Collaborating cross-functionally to disseminate relevant information in a user-friendly format.
• Contributing to the evaluation of outputs to outcomes.
• Managing post-completion analysis for each project.
• Programmatic Strategic Investment Management:
• Coordinating the design, implementation, and management of programmatic investments addressing national shared strategic opportunities.

The Successful Applicant
The ideal candidate for the role of Strategic Programs Manager is a Systems Thinker, prioritising the organisation's long-term health in decision-making. Sustainable Productivity is crucial, achieving results while enhancing long-term effectiveness. Customer Focus emphasises satisfaction and involvement in shaping organisational direction. The candidate should be Purposeful and Visionary, providing clear communication of the organisational purpose and vision. A proven track record of Achieving Results, Decisiveness in timely decision-making, and a Strategic Focus in disciplined planning are essential.
Demonstrated Expertise in Strategic Program Management:

• Designing, developing, and effectively managing R&D investments.
• Proficiency in utilising project management systems and database/document storage software.
• Showcasing extensive program/project management skills and experience.
• Demonstrating adeptness in engaging with diverse stakeholders.
• Adapting communication to suit the understanding of the audience.
• Synthesising and effectively communicating complex concepts.
• Possessing exceptional written communication skills.
• Utilising investment management experience to successfully lead projects on time and within budget.
• Leveraging expertise in stakeholder engagement for effective coordination with RACs and IPAs.

Additionally, the candidate should possess:

• Experience in innovation and cross-functional methodologies.
• Expertise in cleansing, transforming, tracking, reporting, and analysing data.
• Proficiency in working with datasets from multiple sources.
• Skills in creating charts, graphs, and visuals from data.
• Proven experience in supporting organisations to be end-user-centric, showcasing skills in design thinking and human-centered design methodologies.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in relevant field
• In-depth knowledge of and experience in fishing and aquaculture sectors to be able to discuss needs, as well as effectively assess on-going investments.
• Must be prepared to travel as and when required.
• Must be willing to undergo all Pre-employment Medical and Police checks.
• Must be an Australian Citizen

What's on Offer

• $116,000 to $124,000 + 11% superannuation, annually (depending on qualifications and experience)
• 12-month Fixed Term Contract
• Workplace flexibility
• Excellent team environment
• Applications close 12pm Wednesday 6th March 2024