Senior Officer, Research Grants (Arc, International, Coe, Philanthropic)

• Flexible location
• 1x Full-time and fixed term until 26/02/26
• HEW 6 $89,012 - $96,126  + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time)

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

The Senior Officer, Research Grants is responsible for providing high quality and responsive support services across all campuses and support researchers by assisting with the management of grants and fellowships through their full life cycle. The incumbent is expected to develop and maintain relationships with funding agencies, assist researchers in identifying grant opportunities and maintain records of grant applications, awards and outcomes.

As a Senior Officer, you will:

• Plan and oversee the application, submission, central administration and management of competitive grants awards.
• Collaborate and support Faculties/Institutes and research teams to develop competitive grant applications by providing guidance on proposal writing, formatting and adherence to funding agency requirements.
• Evaluate and improve the effectiveness of the university's grant application and administration processes by staying up to date updated on trends and best practices in research funding, grant writing, and grant management.
• Review and provide feedback on grant proposals to ensure clarity, accuracy and compliance with grant award guidelines.
• Work with faculty, Finance and project teams to create comprehensive project budgets, including salaries, equipment, and other expenses, ensuring that budget aligns with the proposed project activities and funding agency guidelines.

What you will need:

• A Degree with subsequent relevant experience; or
• Extensive experience and specialist knowledge or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields
• A Degree with at least 4 years subsequent relevant experience; or
• Extensive experience and management expertise in technical or administrative fields; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Demonstrated experience working in a busy, complex, administrative environment as part of a hardworking and collaborative team.
• Experience interpreting policies, guidelines and procedures, reviewing and editing documentation against eligibility requirements and providing clear, concise advice or constructive feedback to clients.
• Experience in the use of research or other comparable databases and a high level of competence in using standard office computing applications.
• Experience in the preparation or assessment of grant applications and/or experience of award management and reporting

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Ciara Boyd (Executive Director, Research Funding Services) on **********@deakin.edu.au. 

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 Senior Officer, Research Grants_ HEW 6 (ARC + Other fixed-term) (1) (1).pdf

Applications for this position close on 12/2/24 at 11.55pm.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.