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FRDC People Development program
The goal of the FRDC's People Development Program is to invest in research and development activities that develop the capabilities of the people to whom the industry entrusts its future.
The program is guided by an advisory group and managed by the FRDC people development program manager.
Investment is delivered through FRDC initiated activities, including personal and professional development opportunities, conferences, awards, commissioned work and tenders. In addition, projects may be funded through the annual open call for applications and tactical response funding.
Personal and professional development opportunities
The FRDC People Development Program offers a suite of programs, scholarships and bursaries to build leadership, skills, networks and knowledge.
Conferences
The FRDC supports a number of national conferences at the national level, and provides financial support for participants form each jurisdiction to attend. Nominations are received through the state industry councils. See our upcoming events calendar for information on conferences.
Awards
We are proud to support a number of awards for individuals and teams from our research and industry communities. These will be promoted and announced throughout the year.
Applying for funding
The FRDC encourages project applications that address one or more of the following priorities:
- Enhance industry leadership within, and across, all sectors READ MORE
- Build industry capacity to drive change to achieve goals READ MORE
- Provide opportunities for knowledge transfer and R&D adoption READ MORE
- Build workforce capability READ MORE
Application evaluation
In addition to FRDC standard criteria for evaluating applications (significance, track record, likelihood of success, value for money), the people development advisory group will evaluate applications against the priorities and objectives of the Program.
Support for applicants
We urge potential applicants to contact the FRDC's people development projects manager to discuss project ideas prior to development of application. Contacts: (02) 6285 0400 or email jo-anne.ruscoe@frdc.com.au
Click here to applying for funding
Background Documents
People Development Program Five Year Plan
People Development Review Executive Summary
People Development Review Final Report
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