The Company
Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) is responsible for planning, investing in and overseeing research, development and extension (RD&E;) for Australia's grains sector.
Working closely with growers and industry, GRDC invests in research and extension that improves productivity, profitability and sustainability across Australian grain production systems.
The Opportunity
GRDC is seeking a Grower Relations Manager to strengthen regional industry engagement and support the delivery of RD&E; investments that address grower priorities.
Working within the Grower and Stakeholder Engagement team, you'll connect with growers, advisers, researchers and industry partners to identify challenges, develop investment opportunities and support the adoption of research findings on farm.
This is a diverse role combining industry engagement, technical understanding and investment management, with the opportunity to influence regional priorities and manage investments that deliver practical outcomes for Australian grain growers.
This involves:
Building strong relationships with growers, advisers and industry stakeholders
Identifying regional challenges and opportunities to inform RD&E; investment priorities
Developing investment proposals that will lead to meaningful research, development and extension for Australian grain growers
Representing GRDC at relevant field days, workshops and events
Managing RD&E; investments, including contracts, budgets and delivery milestones
Monitoring investment outcomes and representing GRDC across regional industry networks




About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
Sound knowledge of Australian grains and broadacre cropping systems
Experience in agronomy, agricultural research, extension, industry engagement or related fields
Strong relationship-building skills and confidence engaging with growers and industry stakeholders
Networks in the grains industry on the Eyre Peninsula and/or Yorke Peninsula, Mid and Upper North SA regions would be considered favourably.
The ability to communicate technical information clearly to different audiences
Strong analytical, organisational and written communication skills
The ability to manage projects, competing priorities and detailed documentation
Commercial awareness and an interest in RD&E; investment and contract management
A proactive, adaptable approach and willingness to develop new skills
Relevant tertiary qualifications in agriculture, agricultural science or a related discipline
Importantly, GRDC is seeking someone who understands the grains industry, enjoys working with people and can bring together technical knowledge and practical industry needs.
The role involves regular regional travel, including overnight stays during peak industry activity periods.
Why this Role?
Move beyond individual farms or portfolios and influence outcomes across the grains industry
Have a genuine say in regional research priorities and where RD&E; investment is directed
Work closely with growers, researchers and industry leaders on challenges that matter
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