Grower Relations Manager - Grain RD&E (13-Month)

Rimfire Resources AU5; Wagga Wagga; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) is seeking a Grower Relations Manager on a 13-month maternity leave contract to strengthen regional industry engagement and support RD&E investments aligned with grower priorities.

Based in the grains sector, you will connect with growers, advisers, researchers and industry partners to identify challenges, develop investment opportunities and drive on-farm adoption of research findings.

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of Australian grains and broadacre cropping systems.
• Experience in agronomy, agricultural research, extension or industry engagement.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to different audiences.
• Strong organisational and written communication skills.
• Commercial awareness and interest in RD&E investment and contract management.
• Willingness to develop new skills and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with growers, advisers and industry stakeholders.
• Identify regional challenges and inform investing priorities.
• Develop investment proposals for RD&E projects.
• Represent GRDC at field days, workshops and events.
• Manage RD&E investments, including contracts, budgets and milestones.
• Monitor outcomes and engage with regional industry networks.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Project management

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in agriculture or related discipline

Job description

The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) is seeking a Grower Relations Manager on a 13-month maternity leave contract to strengthen regional industry engagement and support RD&E investments aligned with grower priorities.

Based in the grains sector, you will connect with growers, advisers, researchers and industry partners to identify challenges, develop investment opportunities and drive on-farm adoption of research findings.