Program Impact Manager - Net Zero Industrial Precincts

Job No.: 656732

Location: Melbourne CBD

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: 12-month fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: $131,473 - $139,551 pa HEW Level 09 (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
• Join our inclusive, collaborative community
• Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

The Opportunity

Are you ready to lead change for a sustainable future? Climateworks Centre is searching for a visionary Program Impact Manager for our Net Zero Industrial Precincts initiative. Working alongside our team of experts and extensive networks, you will be a critical part of the team that develops the future of heavy industry to ensure Australia decarbonises in line with the Paris Agreement and its nationally determined contribution. This pivotal role is not just a job; it’s an opportunity a chance to make a tangible impact at the cutting edge of industrial decarbonisation 

The Organisation

Climateworks Centre is an expert, independent adviser, acting as a bridge between research and action to accelerate the transition to net zero emissions for Australia, Southeast Asia and the Pacific. It also benefits from strong relationships with an international network of affiliated organisations that support effective policies, financing, and action for greenhouse gas emissions reductions.Co-founded in 2009 by The Myer Foundation and Monash University, Climateworks operates within the Monash Sustainable Development Institute. 

There’s a certain feeling you get from working at Monash University. It’s the feeling that you’re a part of something special. Something significant. If you’re looking for the next chapter in your career, it’s here. You’ll be given the opportunity to challenge yourself, build on your skills, and make a significant contribution to a workplace that’s filled with energetic and inspiring people. Talent thrives here – and so do truly satisfying careers.

Your Mission:

• Drive Systemic Change: Lead dynamic, multi-year programs to achieve significant emissions reductions and foster a net-zero future. Develop thought leadership in place-based transition decarbonisation at scale through cross-region learnings and partnership with other global authorities
• Strategise for Impact: Translate Climateworks’ vision into actionable strategies, pioneering best practices for industry decarbonisation across Australia and South East Asia
• Collaborate for Success: Work with a diverse network of stakeholders from business, government, and academia to deliver tangible program results. Our impact stories include the Industry Energy Transitions Initiative (ETI) and the Australia–Indonesia Energy Transition Dialogues, both co-convened by Climateworks Centre
• Influence Policy and Innovation: Use your expertise to turn research into policy, financing solutions and capacity-building recommendations

Your Pathway to Impact:

• Autonomous Leadership: Reporting to the System Lead – Industry, you will collaborate and manage with a high degree of autonomy
• Team Oversight: Lead a dynamic team of between 3 and 7 staff members
• Financial Stewardship: Exercise financial delegation and manage budgets in alignment with organisational objectives

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Lead with Vision: Deliver high-impact programs that embody the ethos of Climateworks
• Empower Teams: Recruit and guide a dedicated team of researchers, analysts and subject matter experts, leveraging your leadership to inspire day-to-day project excellence
• Forge Partnerships: Manage collaborations with external partners and internal teams to co-design and execute complex projects.
• Communicate for Change: Prepare influential publications and presentations, engaging a broad audience to share in Climateworks’ groundbreaking findings

Your Impact Awaits: With your leadership, extensive networks and relentless focus on impact, you’ll not only drive the delivery of our programs but also empower others to lead the way. Apply now to become the catalyst for change as our Program Impact Manager!

About Monash University

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To Apply

Your application must address the selection criteria. Please refer to  'How to apply for Monash Jobs '.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

Should you require any specific support or adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond, please get in touch at [email protected] and we'll be happy to assist. 

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Michaela Morris, Head of Program Delivery, Climateworks Centre, +61 449 975 540

Position Description: Program Impact Manager - Net Zero Industrial Precincts

Applications Close: Tuesday 11 June 2024, 11:55pm AEST

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