Job description
Grants Manager / Program Manager – Industry Investment Programs
Location: Perth
Employment Type: 6-month temp contract – view to ext
About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced Grants Manager to lead the development, delivery and governance of strategic Industry Investment Programs. This role is responsible for ensuring programs are aligned to government objectives, delivered efficiently, and managed within robust governance, financial and compliance frameworks.
As a key member of the management team, the Grants Manager provides strategic leadership, specialist advice on grants and contracting, and contributes to continuous improvement across industry investment initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
As the Grants Manager, you will:
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering industry investment programs that support economic growth and deliver meaningful outcomes for the State. You will work in a collaborative environment with access to senior decision‑makers and the ability to influence strategic investment priorities.
Apply online today to be considered for this opportunity. Please not only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us-1/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
Location: Perth
Employment Type: 6-month temp contract – view to ext
About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced Grants Manager to lead the development, delivery and governance of strategic Industry Investment Programs. This role is responsible for ensuring programs are aligned to government objectives, delivered efficiently, and managed within robust governance, financial and compliance frameworks.
As a key member of the management team, the Grants Manager provides strategic leadership, specialist advice on grants and contracting, and contributes to continuous improvement across industry investment initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
As the Grants Manager, you will:
- Lead end-to-end development, delivery and ongoing management of Industry Investment Programs, ensuring alignment to agency outcomes.
- Provide strategic advice on procurement, contracting, grants/financial assistance, and financial management, including complex arrangements.
- Contribute to business planning and management frameworks, including implementation and performance monitoring.
- Design, implement and continually improve program governance, risk and compliance frameworks.
- Develop and embed policies, tools and processes that support effective program administration and continuous improvement.
- Provide consultancy and advisory support to align programs within a strategic framework, identifying opportunities for collaboration, consolidation and reform.
- Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships; represent the agency in consultations/negotiations; and liaise with legal counsel on complex matters.
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
- Substantial experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of industry development programs and/or policy initiatives.
- Substantial management‑level experience in the delivery of corporate financial assistance programs, including grants and/or loans.
- Substantial experience in the development and management of complex financial and commercial contracts.
- Strong leadership capability with a proven ability to guide teams and influence senior stakeholders.
- Well‑developed analytical, communication and negotiation skills.
- A strong understanding of governance, compliance, risk management and public sector accountability.
This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering industry investment programs that support economic growth and deliver meaningful outcomes for the State. You will work in a collaborative environment with access to senior decision‑makers and the ability to influence strategic investment priorities.
Apply online today to be considered for this opportunity. Please not only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us-1/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
