Grower Relations & RD&E Investment Manager

Rimfire Resources AU5

Adelaide

On-site

AUD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) is seeking a Grower Relations Manager to strengthen regional industry engagement and support the delivery of RD&E investments that address grower priorities. The role sits within the Grower and Stakeholder Engagement team, connecting with growers, advisers, researchers and industry partners to identify challenges and opportunities for investment.

This role involves developing investment proposals, representing GRDC at events, and managing RD&E

Qualifications

Sound knowledge of Australian grains and broadacre cropping systems.
Experience in agronomy, agricultural research, extension, industry engagement or related fields.
Networks in Eyre Peninsula and Yorke Peninsula, Mid and Upper North SA regions would be favoured.
Ability to communicate technical information clearly to different audiences.
Strong organizational and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Build strong relationships with growers, advisers and industry stakeholders.
Identify regional challenges and opportunities to inform RD&E investment priorities.
Develop investment proposals that lead to meaningful RD&E outcomes for Australian grain growers.
Represent GRDC at field days, workshops and events.
Manage RD&E investments, including contracts, budgets and delivery milestones.
Monitor investment outcomes and represent GRDC across regional industry networks.