GRDC

As one of the world's leading grains research organisations, the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) plays an integral role in driving research outcomes and innovations that directly benefit Australia's grain industry. GRDC's purpose is to invest in research, development and extension (RD&E) to create enduring profitability for Australian grain growers.  

Regional Responsibilities 

• Supporting the Senior Manager, to identify regional strategic R&D requirements in sustainable cropping systems. Shape and pursue investments in agronomy, farming systems and crop science. 
• Ensure that regional strategic plans accurately capture the primary issues in each of the RD&E fields and develop strong business cases that address regional grower issues. 
• Responsible for identifying communication opportunities and collaborating with the Communications and Grower Communications Groups to promote Research outcomes.
• Manage the negotiation of overall pricing of contracts and ensure that all projects are completed within set budget guidelines.
• Actively manage investments to optimise impact and ensure contract obligations are met with respect to service delivery, financial and commercial performance, reporting and associated responsibilities.

Candidate Profile:

• Demonstrated minimum 5+ years of related industry experience in a relevant field (i.e. agronomy, soils, farming systems).
• Experience in contract or project negotiation, facilitation and management in a relevant industry (5+ years’ desirable).
• A degree in Business, Agricultural Science, or equivalent. A PhD is highly desirable. 
• Experience in negotiating and facilitating outcomes that deliver benefits to growers.
• Exposure to commercial issues and demonstrated commercial acumen.
• Highly developed presentation, interpersonal and communication skills for internal and external stakeholders.
• The ability to work autonomously and in a high calibre team to achieve outcomes and deadlines.  
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multi-task and reprioritise as required.
• Proven experience in change management and continuous improvement including quality control and overall efficiency.
• The ability to synthesise information and develop solutions that achieve optimal outcomes and represent the best value for money. 

Mandatory Requirements:

• Must be prepared to travel as and when required
• Must be willing to undergo all Pre-employment Medical checks

GRDC is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability (PwD), First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds, mature age and young workers. GRDC will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role.

For more information about working with GRDC, please visit https://grdc.com.au/about/careers