Netball Australia: Senior International Development Program Manager

Netball Australia is looking for a Senior International Development Program Manager. Deadline: 31 December 2020.

We are seeking a Senior International Development Program Manager to lead Netball Australia’s relationship and vital programs with DFAT including overseeing the management of the full portfolio of the Pacific Sport for Development programs.

Your main duties and responsibilities will include:

Portfolio Leadership of all projects/programs under management:

Strategic engagement with DFAT/GHD, Pacific Nations, Netball Associations and implementation partners,
Program management including design, evaluation, grant submissions, budget management, impact measurement and quality review of projects/programs
Ensure portfolio is managed to the highest level, establishing a platform for enhanced engagement with key Stakeholders, Partner agencies, Government, Country representatives and Netball Australia
Drive Netball Australia’s Grant process including prospecting, planning, submission, administration & reporting
Collaboration with key internal stakeholders including Community Development, Media, Marketing, Legal and Finance to coordinate engagement for specialist support
Full program budget management including financial proposals, tracking and acquittal processes
Ensure portfolio is fully compliant with policies concerning Safeguarding, Anti-Terrorism, Fraud and Environmental protection as applicable

Relationships:

Trusted relationships are held with relevant partners, pacific regional offices, embassy, internal teams, and technical support across the programs

Leadership:

This role will be responsible for a direct report and will need to ensure guidance, coaching and cultural accountability aligned to the Netball Trademark behaviours

Quality and Timely Reporting:

Regular field and desk-based monitoring of field programs as well as quarterly narrative and financial reporting
Timely and quality submission of all internal and external reporting relevant to the portfolio

Cross functional engagement to support Netball Australia’s strategic priorities:

The role will be required to build collaborative relationships and engage and support several internal and external stakeholders to support NAs evolution as a Social Impact Business with growth plans into key emerging markets by 2022

Your skills and experience will include:

Relevant tertiary qualifications in Community Development, International Relations/International Development, Sport or a relevant technical field/experience
Program/Portfolio grant management experience, with skills in managing complex grants, risk management, quality assurance, stakeholder management and reporting.
Process oriented and attention to detail, with a strong focus on adherence to sport governance
Experience in training, resource development and capacity building
Experience in working in the Pacific is desirable
Knowledge of DFAT and the requirements of the Sport for Development Program is helpful

This role is a permanent position operating in a full-time capacity and will be based at our head office at Netball Australia however we have a flexible working policy that can be discussed.

Why Netball Australia

Netball holds a unique position in the sporting landscape. It is a sport with significant and long held participation rates that are the envy of many other sports. It is widely held to be the women’s sport in Australia. In fact, eight out of ten Australian families have had some involvement with netball; either through playing, volunteering, coaching or assisting in the administration of the sport.

Netball Australia is the national body for Netball in Australia with a long-term relationship with DFAT working on Sport for Development programs across the Pacific region

How to apply

To receive a copy of the job description and to apply for this role, please email [email protected]. Your application should include a cover letter and CV demonstrating your suitability for this role. Applications close 31 December 2020.
For any queries regarding this role, please email your request to [email protected].