Australia Awards Fellowships Manager
Palladium is seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual to lead the Australia Awards Fellowships team in Canberra.
* Fixed term contract up to 30 June 2029
* Competitive salary and flexible work options
About Palladium
We are a global leader in the design, development, and delivery of Positive Impact. We work with governments, businesses, and investors to help solve the world's most pressing challenges.
The Program
The Australia Awards Global Support Mechanism (AAGSM) is an initiative designed to enhance DFAT's international scholarship program delivery. The AAGSM consists of the Program Support Unit (PSU) and the Research and Analytical Support Unit (RASU). Palladium delivers the AAGSM PSU and cooperates with DFAT to ensure effective functioning with the RASU.
Australia Awards Fellowships target senior and mid-career officials and professionals who can advance development outcomes in priority areas. Through these fellowships, Australian organisations can apply for funding to host and support professional development activities.
The Role
The Australia Awards Fellowships Manager will lead the team to ensure Fellowships management is outcomes and stakeholder focused, high quality, efficient and consistent with Commonwealth Grant Rules and Principles.
Your primary responsibilities will include:
* Leading development and delivery of the Fellowships Six-Monthly Work Plans according to agreed activities, resources and timeframes.
* Overseeing high-quality delivery of Australia Awards Fellowships including enquiries management, grant cycle management, financial management, communications, SmartyGrants administration, probity, performance and risk management.
* Collaborating with the AAGSM PSU Senior Management Team to ensure coherence across the PSU and other Australia Awards programs.
* Developing delivery principles, standards, policies, process maps and templates to provide a consistent service experience to Fellowship stakeholders.
* Leading Fellowships lifecycle monitoring, evaluation and reporting activities.
* Supporting DFAT to build and maintain effective working relationships with primary Fellowship delivery partners.
* Working with DFAT and RASU to enhance Fellowship quality and deliver strengthened partnerships and strategic priorities.
About You
We are looking for someone with:
* Qualifications and/or experience in international program management, preferably with DFAT program experience.
* Significant experience in grant administration, particularly with fellowships and scholarships.
* Expertise in program delivery, quality management systems and standard practices.
* Skilled in using relevant information systems, such as SmartyGrants.
* Experience leading and managing teams in diverse environments.
* Demonstrated excellence in client management and stakeholder engagement.
To Apply
Please submit your application online, including your CV and brief cover letter, outlining your suitability for the position.
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