The General Manager, Research (GMR) is part of ACIAR’s Executive team, which also includes the General Manager Partnerships and the General Manager Corporate. The Executive team is led by the CEO and works together to ensure that ACIAR delivers on its core mandate of brokering, funding and managing partnerships and investments that catalyse more productive, sustainable and resilient food and farming systems for the benefit of developing countries and Australia.
The GMR leads a team that consists of Research Regional Directors and the Director of Capacity Development. These roles, in turn, manage a team of program managers and administrators who collectively deliver research and capacity building programs aligned with ACIAR’s investment framework and country/regional priorities. The GMR is responsible for strategic engagement with the Australian innovation eco-system, ensuring that ACIAR is a valued and preferred research partner.
The GMR will lead by example in the consistent use of ACIAR’s policies and procedures to ensure that ACIAR operates within the legislative framework and the requirements of the Australian Public Service. Importantly, the GMR is responsible for effective working relationships across ACIAR including the corporate and partnership sections, to ensure an efficient and collaborative cross-agency effort. The GMR, along with the Executive team, will also represent ACIAR, closely engage with partner agencies, and build strong relationships with key domestic and international stakeholders.
Please refer to the Job Information Pack for full details of the position or contact [email protected] should you have specific queries in relation to this role.
Location: Bruce, ACT
Applications: Applications will need to be submitted via ACIAR’s online form by the closing date. Referring to the selection criteria, tell us in 2 pages why you are the right person, what you can offer, and how your skills, knowledge, experience and qualification are relevant to the role.
Try not to duplicate information that can already be found in your resume, but do highlight any specific examples or achievements that will demonstrate your ability to perform the role. Please attach a concise resume to your application which clearly outlines your work experience, educational qualifications and relevant skills. In the application form you will need to provide the details of two referees who can attest and validate your credentials and suitability for the role.
