Program Systems Manager

The SAFC empowers world-class South Australian screen production, connecting our state’s diverse voices, stories, artistry and identity to audiences in Australia and around the world.  The SAFC is supported by the South Australian State Government through the Minister for Arts and is funded by the Department of the Premier and Cabinet.  The SAFC’s vision is that South Australian screen content is central to our relationships with our fellow Australians and the world, bringing us closer together through broadening and sharing our experiences, insight and empathy.

The Program Systems Manager is a central role within the Production Team overseeing the efficient, accurate and engaged administration of all SAFC funding programs.  The department is responsible for administering grant funding and rebate programs, delivering screen industry development initiatives and operating the Adelaide Studios production facilities. 

Reporting directly to the Head of Production, this key position also supports the SAFC’s organisational performance by playing a critical role in managing the technology, processes and systems that support the administration of funding programs, ensuring efficiency, transparency and compliance.

Specific responsibilities include:

• owning the configuration, maintenance and continuous improvement of SAFC’s grant management systems;
• managing administrative, governance and financial reporting related to industry programs and activities;
• providing leadership and support to the Program Coordinator;
• ensuring Production team records and processes support access to data and insights as required to respond to requests for information from both internal and external stakeholders;
• providing support to applicants and customers in navigating SAFC programs.

How to apply

For further information including how to apply, please visit the position listing on the Hender Consulting website.

Diversity and Flexibility Statement

The SAFC promotes diversity and flexible ways of working. First Nations peoples, Deaf and disabled applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Although the SAFC isn’t involved in the hiring of crew, talent or extras on productions, our Professional Opportunities page regularly lists opportunities for South Australian screen professionals available on SAFC supported productions.

Please note that employment opportunities on productions are managed by the relevant productions.

The SAFC will also issue call outs via the Professional Opportunities page on a project by project basis for SAFC supported initiatives such as Professional Crew Attachments.

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The SAFC is unable to offer work experience places.

Our Adelaide Studios Screen Creatives directory lists companies in the film, television and digital media industries based at the SAFC’s Adelaide Studios. You are welcome to contact relevant production companies directly regarding work experience opportunities they may offer.