Grant Agreement Manager, Gmu

Ongoing & Non-ongoing for an initial period of up to 12 months, Flexible working arrangements will be considered
- APS 5
- Adelaide, SA, Melbourne, VIC and Hobart, TAS preferred (However other NIAA locations will be considered)
- Location: Adelaide, SA, Melbourne, VIC and Hobart, TAS preferred (However other NIAA locations will be considered)
- Application Closing Date: 27-Apr-2025

**Classification**

APS Level 5 ($88,887 - $95,028)

**Employment Type**

Ongoing & Non-ongoing (for an initial period of up to 12 months)

Where a non-ongoing specified term is offered, this would be for an initial period of up to 12 months, with possibility of extension up to a maximum period of two years.

A non-ongoing offer may result in conversion to an ongoing offer of employment, however this must occur within 18 months from the opening date of this advertisement.

**Flexible Work**

Flexible working arrangements will be considered

**The Opportunity**

We are the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA), and our role is to deliver the Australian Government’s commitment to improve the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The GMU is a national team with multiple locations across Australia. We have current ongoing and non-ongoing vacancies in Melbourne, Adelaide and Hobart. Other locations may be considered. Full training is provided.

The GMU provides a supportive environment to assist you to learn the specifics of the role. The role of the Grant Agreement Manager includes the following duties and is expected to be conducted with a broad degree of self-direction:

- oversee and manage agreements with varying levels of complexity and identify potential risks to relevant internal stakeholders when appropriate
- draft new funding agreements and variations to existing agreements
- undertake assessments of performance reports and financial acquittals
- engage with internal (Regional Offices, Program and Policy Areas) and external (grant recipients) stakeholders regarding the management of agreements
- assist to plan and coordinate team workflow to ensure even distribution and management of priorities
- contribute to monitoring and reporting on team deliverables ensuring quality is maintained
- undertake reviews using internal quality assurance and continuous improvement processes
- identify opportunities to enhance team performance in an environment of collaboration, continuous improvement and change.
- high level analytical, research and problem-solving skills
- manage grant agreements with varying levels of complexity and sensitivity
- engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders
- identify emerging opportunities or issues and respond quickly to competing priorities as they emerge
- demonstrated flexibility and good judgement
- willingness and commitment to continue to develop cultural competency in relation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

**Identified Position**

This position is Identified which signifies that the role has strong involvement in matters relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

This position is required to liaise with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and service providers. You will require cultural competency, including:

- understanding of the matters impacting Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- demonstrated capability and commitment to continue to develop cultural competency.

**Eligibility**

To be eligible for this position you must be an Australian Citizen.

**Security Clearance Required**

Baseline Vetting (Protected)

**Contact Officer