Manager Contestable Grants

Parramatta - Australia

Monthly Salary: $ 152677 - 167562

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW
Working to the protect the states environment and heritage.

Internal expression of interest
Temporary full-time position (35 hours per week) until 1 June 2026 with the possibility of extension
Parramatta office locationorupon negotiation across NSW hybrid working supported
Salary relative to experience and ranges from $152677 to $167562 super

The Grants team within Strategic Priorities and Coordination division is currently seeking to temporarily appoint a Manager Contestable Grants to lead and manage the team. This role is responsible for overseeing the design delivery and governance of contestable grant programs for the NSW Environmental Trust. This includes leading the assessment of applications funds management and project delivery in line with robust probity risk and performance frameworks.

The position ensures transparent financial management across the grants lifecycle coordinates reporting and regional engagement and provides high-quality advice and documentation for Trust Boards and Ministers including submissions briefings and correspondence on complex and sensitive matters.

About You
You are an experienced people leader with a strong background in managing a diverse and dynamic team with complex grant programs or similar initiatives within a high-governance environment. You are comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy setting priorities managing workloads and making sound day-to-day decisions for yourself and your team. You bring a proven ability to establish and oversee robust governance budget and performance management frameworks and you are accountable for delivering high-quality accurate and credible advice.

You have demonstrated experience in issues management and strategic planning with a track record of delivering outcomes in complex and often time-critical environments. You are skilled in developing implementing and monitoring operational plans and in providing clear direction while providing guidance and support to a geographically dispersed team. You are a confident communicator and leader who values integrity collaboration and continuous improvement.

For more information read the full Role Description: Manager Contestable Grants

To Apply
If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Please also note to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.

Applications close 1 February 2026 week from open date at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Katie Robinson Acting ED Strategic Priorities & Coordination via or on.

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Do you want your work to make a difference for NSWWorking to the protect the states environment and heritage.Internal expression of interestTemporary full-time position (35 hours per week) until 1 June 2026 with the possibility of extensionParramatta office locationorupon negotiation across NSW hybr...