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Associate Director, Research Tenders and Government Grants

Mid levelSeniorFull-timeOfficeCamperdown NSW 2050, AustraliaProfessional servicesStrategy and analysisPosted 3 weeks agoVerified 3 weeks ago
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About the job

The University of Sydney is excited to offer a full-time, 3-year fixed term opportunity for an Associate Director, Research Tenders and Government Grants. This position is crucial for leading complex government funding activities that directly influence the University’s research revenue and strategic growth. The team thrives on collaboration, working closely with senior academics and government stakeholders to ensure impactful submissions that align with the University’s research strategy.

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You'll be responsible for

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Leading government research tenders

Provide strategic leadership for government research tenders and specialised government grants aligned to University strategy.
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Developing grant submissions

Lead the end-to-end development of major and complex government tenders and grant submissions.
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Advising on compliance and risk

Provide authoritative advice on pricing, procurement rules, probity, compliance and risk mitigation.

Key criteria

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Extensive experience with government tenders

Proven track record in delivering complex government tenders and grant submissions.

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Understanding of procurement environments

Strong grasp of Commonwealth and State government funding landscapes.

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Expertise in pricing and compliance

Demonstrated knowledge in pricing, compliance, and risk management.

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5 criteria for this job
Extensive experience with government tenders
Proven track record in delivering complex government tenders and grant submissions.

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Understanding of procurement environments
Strong grasp of Commonwealth and State government funding landscapes.

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Expertise in pricing and compliance
Demonstrated knowledge in pricing, compliance, and risk management.

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Ability to influence stakeholders
Proven capability to engage and influence senior stakeholders.

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Experience in capability uplift
Background in leading or enhancing specialist capabilities in research.

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