Senior Manager, Faculty Engagement – Research Grants & Contracts
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Job Summary
- Defining role in shaping centralised research engagement approach and service model
- $148012-$% super leave loading Continuing (permanent) role
- Flexible/Hybrid working arrangements including 9-day fortnight option
Why your role matters
Research Grants and Contracts (RGC) within the Division of Research and Enterprise contributes to UNSWs research performance and profile via the effective management of the Universitys research income. RGC is the key link between UNSW researchers executive and funding agencies such as the NHMRC ARC other government and non-government research funders philanthropic competitive grant funders and industry partners. The RGC teams are a crucial component in the UNSW Strategy; Progress for All.
Leading the Faculty Engagement team within RGC youll strengthen the partnership between RGC and UNSW Faculties. Acting as a strategic advisor to faculty leaders and research support teams to ensure faculty and researcher needs are reflected in RGCs planning service model and decision-making. The position oversees a high-performing team and drives continuous improvement in research management processes systems and communications. Overall the role aims to deliver a consistent researcher-focused experience across the research lifecycle including post-award management contracts compliance and reporting.
The Senior Manager Faculty Engagement reports to the Director Research Grants & Contracts and has 5 direct reports.
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. If you want a career where you can thrive be challenged and do meaningful work youre in the right place.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to UNSW benefits including:
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
- Access to lifelong learning and career development
- Progressive HR practices
- Discounts and entitlements
- Affordable on-campus parking
Who you are
You have demonstrated leadership experience in senior research administration or equivalent academic support services within a university setting along with a strong understanding of research funding frameworks compliance requirements academic drivers and the broader Australian higher education and research funding landscape.
Youll bring strong leadership and team management capabilities with a proven track record of building and leading high-performing teams with proven ability to inspire support and develop staff to achieve workplace goals.
You also possess excellent consultation influencing and negotiation skills allowing you to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders including researchers. You exercise sound judgment tact and discretion in navigating sensitive and confidential matters.
Additionally you demonstrate advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities with a proven capacity to show initiative adapt to changing needs and proactively develop robust practical solutions. You also have a strong record of contributing to high-level strategic planning policy development and successful implementation.
To apply: If leading a new initiative that will enhance engagement and process improvement at a Go8 university is of interest to you please submit your CV and Cover Letter addressing the Skills and Experience as described in the Position Description via the APPLY button.A copy of the Position Description can be found on
Contact: Shiree Thomas Talent Acquisition Consultant e:
Applications close: 11.55pm Sunday 18thJanuary 2026
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:
Senior Manager
Key Skills
- Business Development
- Employee Orientation
- Public Health
- Account Management
- VersionOne
- Conflict Management
- Project Management
- Relationship Management
- Team Management
- Customer relationship management
- Human Resources
- Public Speaking
