Manager, Research Grants (International)

• Flexible location + hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time and continuing
• HEW 9 $138,102 - $146,374 + 17% Superannuation

Drive Deakin’s international grant strategy and global research agenda by leading a high‑performing team that delivers exceptional support for competitive international funding. Reporting to the Executive Director, Research Funding Services, this role shapes end‑to‑end international grant success, builds strong global partnerships and ensures Deakin’s researchers are positioned to win on the world stage.

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

Who are we?

Deakin is a cutting-edge public university headquartered in Victoria, revolutionising education with 61,000 students across our campuses: Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, Warrnambool, Deakin University Lancaster University Indonesia (DLI), GIFT City, India, and our vibrant online environment. We're proud to be a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities.

As a Manager, Research Grants, you will:

• Maintain expert knowledge of global funding schemes, monitor sector trends and act as the University’s key liaison with international funding bodies with a key focus on Horizon Europe schemes and US Grants
• Build trusted long‑term partnerships, provide expert research‑income advice and develop strategies that strengthen the University’s funding position internationally
• Lead and oversee high‑quality end-to end international grant submissions, ensuring eligibility, compliance and strong grantsmanship to improve success rates
• Navigate complex stakeholder environments, manage resistance to change and resolve issues with diplomacy and strategic judgement
• Empower and develop team members through tailored coaching, clear behavioural expectations and values‑driven leadership, ensuring strong governance, accurate research‑income data, effective risk management and a culture of service excellence.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience; or
• Extensive experience and management expertise; or
• Extensive experience and management expertise; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training

Here's how to apply:

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Ciara Boyd, Executive Director, Research Funding Services via Ciara.boyd@deakin.edu.au

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

PD- Manager, Research Grants.pdf

Applications for this position close on 26 May at 11.55pm.

Pre-employment safety and suitability checks: In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations.

Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender‑based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender‑based Violence during the course of their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced gender‑based violence. A ‘Yes’ response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment, and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the University’s safety obligations.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.