Accepting a role with Elders means you will be joining a team ready to support and grow your career. Be part of a culture that has been in the making for more than 185 years, a culture so strong it is almost tangible. Much like the farmers and communities we work with, you will experience, passion, dedication and resilience across all parts of the business. With such an iconic, essential business in the Australian landscape we are confident that you too will be proud to grow your career at Elders and wear the pink shirt.
About the role
Thomas Elder Sustainable Agriculture (TESA) is looking for a Business Development and Program Manager to join the Elders team on a permanent, full-time basis.
This unique and exciting role is responsible for scoping, pursuing, and overseeing delivery of the TESA project portfolio. The successful candidate will be responsible for engaging multiple stakeholders across the Elders business to develop and manage high-value commercially focussed proposals and applications for agricultural research, extension and commercial projects.
This is an exceptional opportunity to be at the forefront of Australian agriculture, driving critical projects for an iconic Australian business.
Responsibilities
Proactive business development for project partnerships with relevant funding and commercial partners
Development of portfolio approach to agricultural research, extension and commercial projects, aligned with business objectives
Identification and creation of strategic funding opportunities
Financial analysis of opportunities to ensure commercial viability of projects, including scoping further business development and commercialisation opportunities
Development and transaction of commercial business cases with aligned project delivery pathway within the Elders business
Preparation and management of project submissions and applications (grants & tenders)
Oversight of project portfolio, ensuring successful project governance, delivery and reporting
About you
Experience in providing program management or business development leadership, developing strategy and delivering beneficial growth and organisational change
Experience in the coordination, design, negotiation and submission of commercially focussed agricultural projects and research and extension business cases and bids
Strong knowledge of the Australian agriculture industry
Experience in working with relevant government and industry funding and delivery partners
Experience in liaising with a wide range of commercial agribusiness, industry, government and research entities
Sound Financial, Project Management and reporting skills
About Elders
As a trusted Australian agribusiness, we have played an important role in the agricultural sector for 185 years. Our expansive network across Australia offers links to markets, tailored advice and specialist knowledge across a range of products and services, including farm supplies, agronomy, livestock, wool, grain, finance, insurance, and real estate.
We are committed to a sustainable and prosperous future for rural and regional communities, and creating value for all stakeholders in the agricultural supply chain, across both Australian and international markets.
Elders is for Australian agriculture.
If you are ready to grow your career with Elders, please click on 'Apply' today.
For more information, please email David McKeon at David.McKeon@elders.com.au
Please note, applications may be shortlisted as they are received.
At Elders, we strive to create a safe environment where everyone can thrive. We aspire to do this by recognising talent, promoting inclusion and celebrating diversity. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for roles at Elders.
We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.
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Job Post Date: 07/02/24
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