Careers
At EWB Australia we have the privilege of working with some of the most intelligent and inspiring individuals you could ever hope to meet - heart-led and driven to strengthen the human-centred engineering movement.Current Vacancies
National Office – Australia
Business Development Manager
Location: EWB’s office: 552 Victoria St North Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Role type: 0.8 FTE permanent role
Closing date: We will review applications as they are submitted and keep the role open until a suitable candidate is found
How to apply: Please provide a CV and cover letter addressing selection criteria to recruitment@ewb.org.au with the subject line ‘Job Application – Business Development Manager’
The Business Development Manager is a member of the Development Team and reports to the Chief Development Officer. The position is responsible for driving and diversifying the financial growth and sustainability of EWB Australia through government and philanthropic grants, corporate partnerships, fee-for service propositions and capacity-building initiatives.
The ideal candidate will have business development background experience in the commercial sector as well as the NFP sector. We are seeking an individual with a passion for community development and social impact. They will have a proven track record in securing funding, research and desktop review capabilities re market alignment, trends and competitor analysis; strategy and strategic planning.
Selection Criteria
- Demonstrated experience in business development, grant writing, and/or revenue generation within the not-for-profit sector and ideally the corporate and/or government sector.
- Experience in research and prospect identification.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including proposal writing.
- Experience in developing and maintaining collaborative partnerships and stakeholder/client relationships.
- Strong project management and organisational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Tertiary qualification in business, community development, non-profit management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Overseas
Country Manager - Timor-Leste
Location: Dili, Timor-Leste
Closing date: 17 August 2025
Work status requirement: Please note this position is open to Timorese nationals only.
How to apply: Please submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing how you meet the selection criteria and your CV and send via email with the subject heading ‘Country Program Manager – Timor-Leste’ to engineering@ewb.org.au
The Country Manager – Timor-Leste will lead a small team of local staff and volunteers, providing program vision aligned with EWB’s 2030 Strategy and Engineering Program Strategic Plan. The Country Manager will be responsible for consulting with the Timor-Leste and head office (Melbourne) teams, as well as partners and other stakeholders to strategically plan and deliver an effective portfolio of projects, providing positive outcomes for the people of Timor-Leste.
The Country Manager will proactively engage in business development, strengthening relationships and building new relationships with donors, funding agencies and potential partners, aiming to sustainably fulfil the resourcing needs of an expanding program. The Country Manager will oversee the operation of the Timor-Leste office, including accountability for budget management, and will coordinate closely also with operations and finance teams at head office.