• Lead strategically focussed and aligned business development activities
• Be part of a values-led team culture
• Great regional locations - ask us about access to onsite childcare and other facilities

The role

• Continuing, Full Time
• Level 9 - $117,157 to $123,793 pa (plus 17% superannuation)
• Albury-Wodonga, Wagga Wagga, Bathurst, Orange

Charles Sturt University is embarking on a high impact reform of its business development and revenue-generating operations, with a bold vision for growth and quality for the regions it serves. As part of this reform, were seeking an experienced Senior Business Development Officers to actively support change and deliver outcomes in the Universitys strategic focus areas:

• Agriculture Water and Environment
• Regional Health
• Cyber, Data and Security

A Senior Business Development Officer will lead focused business development with an emphasis on delivering mutually beneficial opportunities with new and existing partners in each strategic focus area.

Utilising knowledge of business-to-business partnerships and advanced stakeholder engagement capabilities, the Senior Business Development Officer will deliver strategic outcomes including revenue generation, that support our regions. The role will work with a broad range of University stakeholders to realise business development objectives, including executive, academic and professional staff.

Teamwork, a growth mindset, and strategic engagement capabilities are strongly encouraged within the Office of the Chief Development Officer. As such, the Senior Business Development Officer will be required to make a strong contribution to the values-led culture of the portfolio and the University.

Application Requirements

Applicants are expected to apply online and address the selection criteria in the position description. 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.

About Us

Charles Sturt University is a young and growing university committed to developing far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish. We make a significant contribution to the prosperity and vibrancy of our rural and regional communities, with a reach and impact across Australia and internationally. We work together with industry, communities and students to create new thinking, inspire each other and make a positive and progressive contribution to the world.

The Office of the Chief Development Officer holds responsibility for Charles Sturts business development, international education and strategic external engagement.

The Business Development Office provides leadership, expertise and a range of services to support whole-of-University goals associated with its commercial and strategic intent. In achieving these goals, the Business Development Office collaborates with a global network of stakeholders. In addition, the Business Development Office works with all areas of the Charles Sturt community to develop a strong and integrated approach to business development, innovation, commercialisation, quality assurance, and risk management.

Charles Sturt University offers a great work-life balance, professional development opportunities and generous financial benefits.

Charles Sturt University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. This is demonstrated through our Workplace Gender Equality Agency Employer of Choice Citation and our Athena SWAN Bronze Institutional Award. Charles Sturt is also a participating member in the Australian Workplace Equality Index. Applications are encouraged from Indigenous Australians; people with a disability; women (particularly for senior and non-traditional roles); people who identify as LGBTIQA+; and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

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 and by contacting:

Tom Burton | Chief Development Officer | tburton@csu.edu.au | Ph: 02 6582 9425

Closing Date: 11 pm, 30 November 2021