Drive change in sustainable farming innovation
Lead projects at the cutting edge of renewables
Collaborate with industry, research and global partners

The role

Full Time, Fixed term (up to 2 years)
Level 9 - $132,740 to $140,258 p.a. (plus 17% superannuation)
Wagga Wagga

Are you passionate about shaping the future of sustainable farming? Charles Sturt University is seeking a dynamic Program Manager to lead the Renewables in Agriculture Centre of Excellence—a pioneering initiative driving renewable energy solutions for the agricultural sector. This is your opportunity to make a tangible impact through innovation, research, and real-world testing.

In this role, you will lead a diverse portfolio of projects from concept through to demonstration, collaborating with startups, researchers, and industry leaders to drive adoption and commercialisation of new technologies. You’ll identify and secure funding opportunities, manage budgets, and ensure strong governance and compliance. Building relationships with stakeholders and fostering engagement across the University and industry will be key to your success.

About you

You’re a strategic thinker with a passion for sustainability and a knack for turning ideas into action. You thrive in fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environments and bring a mix of technical insight and commercial acumen. You will bring:

Proven experience in program or project management within renewable energy, agriculture, or related sectors.
Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to influence at all levels.
Commercial awareness and experience securing funding or partnerships.
Excellent communication and leadership skills to unite diverse teams.
A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with attention to detail and accountability.

As part of this recruitment, a pre-employment functional screening is required.

About us

We are a university of the land and people of our regions. True to the character of regional Australia we have gumption, we have soul and we collaborate with others. We develop holistic, far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish.

The Wiradjuri phrase yindyamarra winhanganha means the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in. This phrase represents who we are at Charles Sturt University – our ethos. It comes from traditional Indigenous Australian knowledge, but it also speaks to the mission of universities – to develop and spread wisdom to make the world a better place.

Harnessing technology, we thrive as a distributed yet connected community, welcoming and engaging with people across Australia and the world.

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Visit our website to learn about our great range of employee benefits.

Charles Sturt University is committed to building a diverse workforce as shown through our Athena Swan Bronze Award, our Australian Workplace Equality Index Bronze Award and our membership of a range of diversity focused organisations including Diversity Council Australia and Pride in Diversity. We encourage applications from First Nations people, carers, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, neurodivergent people, and people of all age groups, genders and sexualities for all roles.

To apply

Click the Apply button and complete your application online and upload a copy of your CV. You will be asked to respond to three (3) targeted questions.

1. Can you share an example of a renewable technology program you’ve led from discovery through to validation and demonstration? What structured project management approach did you use, and what was the outcome?
2. Describe a time when you had to bring together diverse stakeholders—such as researchers, industry partners, and funding bodies—to achieve a common goal. How did you build trust and influence outcomes?
3. What experience do you have managing budgets and securing funding for projects? How did you ensure compliance with governance and risk management requirements while delivering innovative solutions?

If you experience difficulties applying online or for further information on completing the application process please visit our how to apply page or contact us.

This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this position.

Further information

Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:

Recruitment specific enquiries: Rebecca Dwyer | Talent Acquisition Consultant | redwyer@csu.edu.au

Job specific enquiries: Matthew Muller | Director, Cool Soils and Sustainability | mamuller@csu.edu.au

Closing Date: 11pm, 8 December 2025

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