BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - University of Sydney - Sydney NSW

Exciting opportunity to develop international research partnerships – including targeted overseas travel

Utilise your high-level research management and fundraising experience

Full-time two-year contract, remuneration package: $103K-$116K p.a. which includes leave loading and up to 17% super

The Worldwide Universities Network (WUN) is an alliance of 19 of the world’s leading research-intensive universities, spanning 11 countries on 6 continents. We bring researchers from across the globe together in international strategic collaborations and partner closely with government, NGO, university and industry partners to provide solutions to pressing global challenges.

We are seeking a Business Development Manager to take on responsibility for the development and funding of the research programs of the Worldwide Universities Network (WUN). In particular, the position will be responsible for the identification, development, preparation, securing and management of funding opportunities (grants, scholarships etc) to international agencies, foundations, research councils and industry to support the research programs of WUN. Reporting to the -Chief Executive you will:

develop the WUN Global Challenges and research programs through the identification, development, preparation and securing of funding opportunities to international agencies, foundations, research councils and industry

manage external research funding secured by the WUN Secretariat to ensure compliance with grant regulations and the delivery of anticipated outputs

develop and maintain relationships with researchers and other key stakeholders throughout the network in order to identify upcoming opportunities and maintain familiarity with current research strengths and priorities within the network

develop and maintain relationships with international funding agencies, foundations, research councils and industry so that WUN is a recognised knowledge provider, builds market intelligence and is in a position to capitalise on research opportunities as they arise.

To be successful in this role you will have:
a relevant tertiary qualification (Masters or PhD level) and relevant extensive working experience

experience and success in the identification, development, preparation, securing and management of funding opportunities in a research environment

excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with key senior partners and stakeholders both locally and around the globe

an understanding of international issues and trends in the global higher education and research landscape.

To be considered for this position it is essential that you address the online selection criteria.

For guidance on how to apply visit:
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Remuneration package:
$103,518 - $116,745 p.a. (which includes a base salary of $87,474 - $98,651 p.a., leave loading and up to 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation).

Specific enquiries about the position can be emailed to Nicholas Haskins, General Manager,

nhaskins@wun.ac.uk

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General enquiries can be directed to Niki Tsigros on (02) 8627 1311.

CLOSING DATE: 5pm, 15 August, 2013

The University is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups and women are encouraged. The University of Sydney has also established a scheme to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff employed across the institution. Applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.

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