Agricultural Extension & Adoption Project Lead

Charles Sturt University; Wagga Wagga; On-site; AUD 118,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles Sturt University invites applications for a Project Manager, Extension & Adoption at AgriPark. You will lead the design and delivery of extension projects, translating research into practical solutions via field days, demonstrations and digital activities.

You will collaborate with researchers, farmers, industry partners and government bodies, manage budgets and reporting, and grow the program by identifying funding opportunities and grant proposals to deliver measurable industry impacts.

Qualifications

• Experience in agricultural extension and adoption.
• Proven ability to lead and deliver extension projects with field days, demonstrations and workshops.
• Track record in developing grant applications and securing funding.
• Strong communication and relationship-building across diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of extension and adoption projects and programs.
• Coordinate multi-stakeholder projects with researchers, farmers, industry partners and government bodies.
• Manage budgets and reporting requirements for projects and grant-funded work.
• Identify funding opportunities and develop successful grant applications.
• Demonstrate impact of extension activities through measurable practice change.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Project leadership

Grant writing

Budget management

Communication

Education

Agriculture degree or related discipline

Job description

Charles Sturt University invites applications for a Project Manager, Extension & Adoption at AgriPark. You will lead the design and delivery of extension projects, translating research into practical solutions via field days, demonstrations and digital activities.

You will collaborate with researchers, farmers, industry partners and government bodies, manage budgets and reporting, and grow the program by identifying funding opportunities and grant proposals to deliver measurable industry impacts.