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As the Program Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the essential functions and operations of the DFAT-funded Field Epidemiology in Action (FEiA) program. FEiA is designed to assist Pacific national governments to establish and implement impactful field epidemiology training and rapid response team training programs.

Your responsibilities will include managing the international program, collaborating with partners in the Pacific, and providing support to epidemiologists and other team members. Additionally, there may be a need for national and international travel as part of this role.

In this role you will:

• Lead and develop the team, supporting in the transition to a larger, more complex team environment, and developing systems and processes to assist this growth.
• Deliver the program across multiple countries, ensuring the program is managed in accordance with grant agreements.
• Seek opportunities for growth and expansion, including sourcing additional funding and building new partnerships with national and international stakeholders, including other Universities.

This fixed term position is full time (until June 2026) – location is flexible, however, Newcastle based is preferred.

How will you inspire us?

You will have:

• Experience working for a not-for-profit and liaising with large, international donors.
• Experience managing DFAT funding and developing grant applications.
• Ability to demonstrate awareness and sensitivity when working cross-culturally, including experience working in lower income settings.

What we offer

The remuneration for this position is from $112,112 to $130,798 + 17% superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience.

We offer a range of benefits and employment conditions that help you balance your commitments, stay healthy, and work effectively. For information on our employee benefits (such as leave, flexible working, discounts in private health insurance and gym memberships, and salary packaging) please visit here.

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision are our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability.

We provide opportunities for all people regardless of their background and experience, and this philosophy is reflected across all that we do.

The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

Your next steps

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• Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit.

Your application:

Your application must include:

• Your resume.
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity.
• A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below (these may differ slightly from the Position Description, please only respond to the below in your application).
  • Degree (or equivalent) in business management, project management, or a related field and minimum 5 years of project management experience.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and delegation skills.
  • Proven ability to develop and monitor financial plans.
  • Demonstrated leadership capability including the ability to lead/inspire a team of professional staff to deliver exceptional performance/outcomes.
  • Demonstrated ability to build partnerships to achieve common goals and positive outcomes.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document. This document should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).

Contact Us

For specific position enquiries, please contact Melinda Phillips, Research Assistant via email at [email protected], using the subject line: Program Manager - Newcastle enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Having technical difficulties? Please reach out to us: [email protected]. Please note, we do not accept email applications.

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you.

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