This Opportunity  

The Pacific Labour Mobility Support Program (PLMSP) will implement a variety of initiatives aimed at strengthening labour mobility and skills development in Timor-Leste. The Grants and Contracts Manager will play a key role in designing, launching, and overseeing a diverse portfolio of grant programs, utilizing multiple approaches to effectively support the scale-up activities in Timor-Leste.

This is a fixed term opportunity required to September 2028.

The Grants and Contracts Manager will be responsible for:  

·         Lead procurement and contracting activities in compliance with Australian Commonwealth Procurement Rules, Grants Guidelines, and Palladium policies.

·         Develop and implement a Grants Management Framework for Timor Leste to support efficient programme delivery.

·         Manage internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely completion of priority procurements.

·         Review and recommend improvements to internal grant processes as needed.

·         Coordinate with PLMSP workstreams across the grants and contracts cycle, including planning, compliance, and risk management.

·         Oversee proposal evaluation, due diligence, negotiations, and agreement finalisation with suppliers and grantees.

·         Support project implementation through structured handovers, performance tracking, and accurate grant funding records.

·         Monitor reporting, financial risks, payment schedules, and maintain high standards of documentation and record keeping.

We are seeking an individual who:  

·         Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline such as Business, Project Management or Procurment and Contract Management or an equivalent combination of relevant experience.

·         Minimum 5 years of relevant hands-on experience in grants, contracts and procurement management, ideally with exposure to DFAT or donr funded procurement and grant practices.

·         Consdierable demonstrated experience working in Timor Leste.

·         Experience in conducting and responding to financial audits.

·         Demonstrated strong understanding of the full procurement and grant management cycle.

·         Demonstrated effective stakeholder engagement experience with a wide range of stakeholders.

·         Demonstrated strong analytical thinking and proactive problem solving.

·         Excellent organisational and computer skills especially with MS Word and Excel.

We are committed to building a diverse, geographically dispersed workforce to maximize our support. We encourage applications from candidates from Pacific Island countries, Timor-Leste, and across Australia. You must have valid Australian or country specific work rights to be considered for this position - visa sponsorship is not available.  

We strongly encourage people with disability to apply. Disclosing about your disability will not negatively affect your application. Please tell us as much as you feel comfortable for us to work with you about the appropriate adjustments that you might need. If you would like further information or assistance with this, please contact recruitment@plmsp.com.au    

How to Apply 

To apply visit https://thepalladiumgroup.com/careers 

Please submit your application online, including your CV and brief cover letter, outlining your suitability in line with the requirements of the position. 

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About Palladium  

Palladium is a global leader in the design, development, and delivery of Positive Impact – the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with governments, businesses, and investors to solve the world's most pressing challenges. With a team of more than 4,000 employees operating in 90-plus countries and a global network of over 35,000 experts, we help improve economies, societies, and, most importantly, people's lives.   

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