This role leads the delivery of livestock adoption programs across Southern Australia, which accelerate the utilisation of MLA research that delivers direct benefits to producers. You will collaborate with industry, government, farming systems groups and producers to develop strategies and projects that drive productivity, profitability, sustainability, and innovation across the red meat sector.
Our ideal Project Manager for Southern Livestock Adoption has:
- Experience and an interest in the red meat industry, which includes a strong understanding of the whole farm system, red meat value chain, business drivers, and value propositions for practice changes and technology adoption.
- Experience in the Southern farming industry or similar production system and knowledge of red meat producer needs.
- A strong and understanding of adoption programs, with a background in extension or agricultural consultancy, project design, delivery and evaluation.
- Ability to relate to and empathise with red meat producers, agribusiness professionals, not-for-profit and government organisations.
- Experience in Research, Development and Adoption programs.
Candidates can familiarise themselves with MLA’s Adoption program and some of the southern livestock programs via its Annual Outcomes Report (2024-25 MLA Producer Adoption Outcomes Report).
The successful candidate will be required to hold an appropriate visa/residency status for full time employment in Australia. For more information refer to the position description. Apply now via the link to submit your application (incl. resume).
What’s on offer?
The Australian red meat and livestock industry is passionate about caring about our animals, land, people and communities. Working together, we strive to push boundaries and continuously improve to ensure prosperity for the Australian red meat and livestock industry. We are focused on delivering world leading outcomes that fuel global competitiveness, sustainability and producer profitability.
At Meat & Livestock Australia we offer a flexible hybrid work environment and benefits including paid parental leave, wellbeing support, rebatable employer salary packaging and social club activities. You'll learn on the job in a supportive environment and have access to learning and development opportunities so that you can continue to grow and develop your career.
Who are we?
Meat & Livestock Australia is a service provider to the Australian red meat and livestock industry. We work in partnership with industry and the Australian Government to deliver marketing, research and development products and services to beef, sheep and goat producers, with the core purpose to deliver world leading outcomes that fuel global competitiveness, sustainability and producer profitability. The Australian red meat and livestock industry makes a significant contribution to the economy and livelihoods of many Australians. Australian red meat is produced with care for the livestock and the environment and is an important part of a healthy balanced diet.
Applications close: COB Friday 10 July 2026
If you have a question in relation to the advertised position, contact the Human Resources team by emailing [email protected]
Candidate screening and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date of the advertisement. MLA reserves the right to close applications for the position prior to the advertised date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
