National Project Manager- Agricultural extension
Senior R&D role. Manage research that directly improves the vegetable industry eg biosecurity, consumer market trends, horticulture best practices etc
Summary about this job
Horticulture
Company: The Agri Business
Location: Melbourne
Work type: Full Time
Salary: Salary package is negotiable
Phone: +61-2-6941-9518
Fax: +61-3-1119-3602
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Detail information about job National Project Manager- Agricultural extension. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Chance to develop your National profile for Horticulture industry;
- Combine your people and scientific skills
- Really prepare & safeguard our Aussie growers against bio security incursions
- Develop your National profile for horticulture industry
- Combine your people and scientific skills
- Prepare & safeguard our Aussie growers against biosecurity incursion
About the Company:
Our partner managers research that impacts and improves the wellbeing of the Australian vegetable producers driving efficiency, viability and long-term vision for the sector. Funding is invested in research programs that benefit them directly as well as the broader Australian community. Biosecurity, food safety and protecting Australia’s Clean Green image is something this role has a direct impact with.
About the role:
You will be a key agent for change and manage a number of scientific and extension programs, all focusing on meeting the needs of vegetable growers. You will report to the CEO, mentor a team of project officers and will be a key member of the organisations’ leadership team.
As the lead for the extension division you will be involved in ensuring growers interests are represented on a number of industry and intergovernmental task forces and committees, particularly in the areas of biosecurity, food safety and agricultural sustainability. The ability to provide sound scientific & technical advice, provide effective representation for growers, as well as strong project management experience, with an eye to business growth, are critical elements of the role.
Skills & Experience:
- Sounds scientific experience re plant health and the importance of safeguarding against biosecurity issues;
- Component project management skills
- Ability to monitor, analyse and interpret the science of vegetable production;
- Excellent people skills and networks in the industry, government and academia;
- Engage with growers to develop an understanding of current and emerging industry needs, and stay informed about current industry and government initiatives
- Good understanding of how strategy can play a proactive part in change;
- Demonstrable track record of project funding acquisition, budget tracking, and contract management;
INTERESTED?
Salary package is negotiable and dependent on your capability. In your cover letter, you must outline experience (personal or work related) for the horticultural industry. Empathy and understanding of this unique industry is of high value for this organisation.
For more information, please contact Lucy Purcell 0401 944 320 or Dominica Carolan 0429 961 300. Please submit a Word Document CV along with application letter addressing your suitability to the role by following the prompts below.
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