The Opportunity:
We are the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA) and our role is to deliver the Australian Government’s commitment to improve the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The NIAA is a national team with multiple locations across Australia. We have current ongoing and non-ongoing vacancies in Brisbane and Cairns. Other locations may be considered. Full training is provided.
The Grants management Unit (GMU) provides a supportive environment to assist you to learn the specifics of the role. The role of the Senior Grant Agreement Manager includes the following duties and is expected to be conducted with a broad degree of self-direction:
- oversee and manage agreements with higher levels of complexity and identify potential risks to relevant internal stakeholders
- draft new funding agreements and variations to existing agreements
- undertake assessments of performance reports and financial acquittals
- apply sound judgement and make evidence-based decisions aligned to the operating environment and legislative frameworks
- guide others to identify and mitigate foreseeable risks
- engage with internal (Regional Offices, Program and Policy Areas) and external (grant recipients) stakeholders regarding the management of agreements
- provide leadership and supervision to achieve outcomes for NIAA stakeholders, providers and partners in line with operational requirements
- assist to plan and coordinate team workflow to ensure even distribution and management of priorities
- contribute to monitoring and reporting on team deliverables ensuring quality is maintained
- undertake reviews using internal quality assurance and continuous improvement processes
- identify opportunities to enhance team performance in an environment of collaboration, continuous improvement and change.
Our Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidates are passionate about better understanding the key issues faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Candidates should exhibit sound judgement and professionalism and have the capacity to work flexibly and responsively to achieve results. Required competencies:
- high level analytical, research and problem-solving skills
- manage grant agreements with varying levels of complexity and sensitivity
- effective engagement with internal and external stakeholders
- identify emerging opportunities or issues and respond quickly to competing priorities as they emerge
- supervision of staff and provide constructive management with a focus on capability development and team building
- willingness and commitment to continue to develop cultural competency in relation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
We will hold a virtual information session via MS Teams prior to the closing date. We will go through “a day in the life of a Grant Agreement Manager”. The session will be interactive, and you are welcome to ask questions about the role or the Agency. Please refer to the full job description and application for contact officer details so you can make contact and receive an invitation.
What We Offer:
- We have exciting work with real purpose. We support the aspirations of First Nations Peoples—it’s our driving force. Our work is transformational, you can follow your passion, shape your career and make a difference.
- We value our employees —they’re the heart of our Agency. Employees are supported and empowered to build their career. We are a diverse, inclusive and passionate workforce with an emphasis on continuous cultural learning and tailored professional development.
- Our work relies on strong and trusted relationships — we build partnerships by being authentic, sharing information and giving honest feedback. We collaborate with communities across Australia, all levels of government and many other invested stakeholders.
Eligibility:
- To be eligible for this position you must be an Australian Citizen.
- The occupant must be able to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (Protected) level security clearance, or hold a current security clearance of an appropriate level.
- The successful candidate will be required to be assessed through our pre-employment screening checks, such as an Australian Criminal History Check
How to apply:
If this sounds like the opportunity you are looking for, we want to hear from you! Submit an online application through the NIAA Careers Page by 11:30pm Wednesday 25 June 2025 AEST
