ACIAR is seeking a Senior Program Officer, Country Partnerships to support the effective operation of our international office network and broader Country Partnerships activities.
Working closely with the Director, Country Partnerships, ACIAR’s international offices and Canberra-based teams, you will play a key role in coordinating a diverse range of activities across our international network. This includes financial and contract administration, procurement, corporate planning and reporting, international meetings and events, official visits and delegations, executive briefings, and recruitment and onboarding activities.
You will also help strengthen the systems, processes and information flows that support our international offices, identifying opportunities to improve how Country Partnerships operates across different countries and operating environments.
We are looking for someone who can:
- coordinate complex programs, activities and competing priorities
- build productive relationships with a diverse range of internal and international stakeholders
- provide high-quality advice and administrative support
- confidently manage financial, procurement and contract administration activities
- coordinate high-level visits, meetings, workshops and international engagements
- prepare high-quality briefs, correspondence and reports
- exercise sound judgement and identify and manage emerging issues and risks
- improve systems, processes and ways of working.
This is an opportunity to contribute to a varied and internationally focused area of ACIAR, working across teams and countries to support effective partnerships and delivery.
You must be an Australian citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance. While ACIAR supports flexible working arrangements, this position requires face-to-face contact at our Canberra headquarters.
For more information about the role after reading the job information pack, contact Suzie Newman, General Manager Partnerships, by email [email protected] or 0403 713 538.
Salary: $100,354 – $111,701 plus 15.4% superannuation
Location: Canberra, ACT
How to apply:
Please read the job information pack before preparing your application. Your application must include:
- A pitch of no more than 1,000 words explaining why you are suited to the role, what you can offer, and how your skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications meet the role requirements. Use relevant examples rather than repeating your resume.
- A concise resume outlining your work experience, qualifications and relevant skills.
- Details of two referees who can speak to your experience and suitability for the role.
When submitting your application, either enter your pitch in the covering letter textbox or upload it as an attachment – you do not need to do both. Upload your resume as an attachment. PDF is the preferred format for both documents.
