Program Manager â Trailblazer Recycling and Clean Energy Program (TRaCE)
Program Manager â Trailblazer Recycling and Clean Energy Program (TRaCE)
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Job Description
The Opportunity
- Work with some of UNSWs leading academics and a range of climate tech SMEs and startups to help fasttrack commercially viable and scalable solutions with a significant impact on emissions reduction.
- Fulltime 8month parental leave contract from July 2025 to April 2026
- $123044$% super leave loading prorata
The Trailblazer for Recycling and Clean Energy (TRaCE) was awarded to the University of New South Wales (UNSW) and the University of Newcastle (UoN) to boost research and development and drive commercialisation outcomes with industry over the four years to 202627. The two universities have joined forces to lead this $280 million program comprised of a range of research commercialisation initiatives that will help Australia and the world fasttrack the transition to sustainable recycling and clean energy solutions and systems.
The Program Manager is responsible for delivering a range of programs within TRaCE including matched R&D funding for SMEs & Startups industry focused PhDs a twoway secondment program between industry and research and Enterprise Academics. Each of these programs are focused on paving new pathways and incentives for researchers and industry partners to commercialise and progress climate technologies to market.
Youll work closely with the Research & Commercialisation Director to ensure each program provides new valueadded incentives and influences new ways of working and policies that and contribute to a stronger commercial entrepreneurial and research translation culture within UNSW.
The role reports to the Research & Commercialisation Director and has one direct report.
The Organisation
UNSW isnt like other places youve worked. Yes were a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isnt only what we do its how we do it. Together we are driven to be thoughtful practical and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. Its the reason were Australias number one university for impact and among the nations Top 20 employers.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to benefits including:
- Hybrid/Flexible working
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
- Access to learning and career development
- Progressive HR practices
- Discounts and entitlements
- Affordable oncampus parking
About the successful applicant
You can demonstrate your experience working across multiple programs and projects to achieve deliverables ontime and within budget as well as the following Skills and Experience:
- Ability to exercise independent judgement and problem solving with a high degree of autonomy and the ability to resolve issues as they arise.
- High level of interpersonal consultation influencing and negotiation skills with a proven ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Knowledge of budgeting reporting and resource allocation.
- Ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.
- Advanced level of computer literacy with excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications and software tools.
- An understanding of and commitment to UNSWs aims objectives and values in action together with relevant policies and guidelines.
- Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.
To Apply: If accelerating the net zero economy through contributing to the new frontier in the commercialisation of TRaCE research is of interest to you please submit your CV Cover Letter (including responses to Skills and Experience required nominated in the Position Description) via the APPLY button.
Contact: Shiree Thomas Talent Acquisition Consultant E:
Applications close: 11.55pm Sunday 25th May 2025
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds those living with disabilities members of the LGBTIQ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
