Now Hiring: Program Systems Manager | South Australian Film Corporation (SAFC)
We’re thrilled to be partnering again with our client, the South Australian Film Corporation (SAFC), to find a sharp and organised Program Systems Manager
— someone who knows how to keep systems humming and processes smooth while supporting an exciting creative industry.
This is an ideal role for someone who’s equally at home with cloud-based systems, grant management tools, spreadsheets, and stakeholder engagement — and who gets a kick out of enabling creative projects through efficient, transparent administration.
About SAFC
The SAFC empowers world-class South Australian screen production, championing diverse voices and connecting them with audiences around the world. As the state’s lead screen agency, SAFC supports everything from indie productions to major film and television projects — backed by the South Australian Government and proudly values-driven.
About the Role
As Program Systems Manager, you’ll oversee the backbone of SAFC’s funding programs — ensuring their grant management systems, contracts, workflows, data, and reporting processes run efficiently and meet the needs of both the organisation and the industry it supports.
You’ll also directly support the Production team with operational excellence, while managing one Program Coordinator and acting as a key link between screen applicants, assessors, internal teams, IT vendors, and executive leadership.
You’ll Be Responsible For:
- Managing SAFC’s grant management system, streamlining application-to-acquittal workflows
- Supporting funding contract administration and internal reporting
- Ensuring accurate data tracking and compliance with policy and audit requirements
- Overseeing the production of Board and CEO reports and KPI data
- Acting as a liaison between IT, the Production team and external system providers
- Training and supporting staff and assessors on system use
- Championing continuous improvement, accessibility, and user-centred systems
- A systems-savvy project or grants administrator with strong attention to detail
- Skilled in Excel and cloud-based platforms (experience with CRM or grant systems highly regarded)
- Adept at process improvement and translating business needs into tech-enabled solutions
- A clear communicator who’s confident working with creatives, government partners, and vendors
- A team leader who values inclusion, wellbeing, and collaboration
- Passionate about the screen sector, the arts, or public sector service
- A meaningful, purpose-driven role in South Australia’s vibrant creative industry
- Flexible work arrangements post-probation
- A collaborative workplace committed to diversity, inclusion and innovation
- The chance to contribute to impactful programs that support screen creators
Reports to: Head of Production
Type: Full-time, ongoing
Direct Reports: 1 (Program Coordinator)
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SAFC is committed to inclusive hiring. They encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse applicants, and people with disability.
