10 September 2024 - applications for this position have now closed.
Are you passionate about research administration and want to work in an environment that leads applied science and makes a difference to the safety of Australians? If your answer is ‘yes’, then Natural Hazards Research Australia has a great opportunity for two skilled project managers who are flexible and adaptable, with excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail and a capacity to meet deadlines and deliver quality outcomes.
- Two exciting roles to make a difference
- Two full-time ongoing positions available
- Based in Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney
- Flexible working conditions
- Salary – $80,000 p.a plus 11.5% superannuation with generous parental leave provisions
- Applications close 11.59pm AEST 9 September 2024
About the position
As a member of the Research Services Team, the Research Services Project Officer provides a critical function by supporting the efficient development, implementation and management of research projects. This includes contract management, administration, monitoring and reporting and playing a role in ensuring that research outputs meet the needs of those who will use the research.
There are two full-time ongoing positions available.
The positions will be located in one of the Centre’s nodes in either Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney, with flexible working conditions available from these locations.
About Natural Hazards Research Australia
Natural Hazards Research Australia is Australia’s national centre for natural hazard resilience and disaster risk reduction research. The Centre addresses the major challenges arising from natural hazards, including bushfires, floods, cyclones, heatwaves, storms and other hazards. The Centre undertakes research that promotes resilience to the impacts of natural hazards and reduces disaster risk, supporting the needs of a variety of critical stakeholders – including emergency service agencies and communities – in mitigating impacts of, responding to and recovering from disasters caused by natural hazards.
Natural Hazards Research Australia is committed to fostering an inclusive culture; valuing diversity and ensuring a safe and respectful workplace.
Selection criteria
Education:
- Tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
Specific knowledge and experience required:
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, together with the ability to liaise effectively with a mature, friendly and confident personal style, and build and maintain strong and effective relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders.
- Strong skills and experience in project management, including a demonstrated ability to plan and organise work efficiently and to operate effectively in an environment characterised by short and often conflicting timeframes.
- Strong skills and experience in implementing contract management and grant processes including drafting, negotiating, executing monitoring and finalising agreements.
- Sound writing skills and the ability to undertake projects independently, liaising with external stakeholders as necessary and meeting deadlines.
- Sound conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to identify issues, manage data and develop appropriate solutions.
- Highly developed skills in Microsoft Office and other related programs.
Desirable knowledge and experience:
- Experience in research administration including a knowledge of the workings of universities or research organisations.
- Knowledge of the workings of government departments and agencies.
- An understanding of intellectual property management.
Application process
Applications close 11.59pm AEST 9 September 2024
Further information can be found in the attached position description.
To apply, please submit a CV and a two-page cover letter introducing yourself, your skills and addressing the selection criteria of the role to office@naturalhazards.com.au
For more information contact Naomi Westwood, Research Services Manager: naomi.westwood@naturalhazards.com.au
Employment may be subject to the successful completion of a security screening process.
To be considered you must have the right to work in Australia.