Sustainable Agriculture Programs Manager

Charles Sturt University; Wagga Wagga; Hybrid; AUD 114,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Charles Sturt University in NSW invites applications for a Business Manager role within the Cool Soil Initiative. This full-time, continuing position leads operations, drives funding opportunities, and supports innovative projects with the Director and project leaders.

You will manage high-level financial and project governance, shape strategic frameworks, and help position the initiative as a leader in sustainable agriculture while benefiting from a 35-hour week and hybrid work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in business or operations management with strong financial acumen.
• Budget development, variance analysis, and financial planning skills.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and support senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development and secure funding opportunities.
• Support delivery of innovative projects within the Cool Soil Initiative.
• Drive high-level project and financial management.
• Establish strategic and operational frameworks to strengthen performance.

Skills

Business/operational management

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Strategic thinking

Job description

Charles Sturt University in NSW invites applications for a Business Manager role within the Cool Soil Initiative. This full-time, continuing position leads operations, drives funding opportunities, and supports innovative projects with the Director and project leaders.

You will manage high-level financial and project governance, shape strategic frameworks, and help position the initiative as a leader in sustainable agriculture while benefiting from a 35-hour week and hybrid work arrangements.