Department of International Development, Queen Elizabeth House, 3 Mansfield Road, Oxford OX1 3TB
This is a varied role, principally providing administrative support for research to the Research and Grants Manager. The post will primarily support the preparation and submission of bids to a wide range of funders, working to strict deadlines. The post holder will circulate call opportunities, maintaining an accessible record on the Department’s intranet.
The role will also involve some support for post award activities such as maintaining a record of project reporting deadlines and requirements, flagging to appropriate staff when they are on the horizon. The post will also help collate staff applications for ethical review through the Department Research Ethics Committee (DREC).
Whilst some experience in research support is preferable, the role will provide an excellent training opportunity for an administrator with transferrable skills interested in a career in research administration.
The successful candidate should hold a GCSE (grade A-C) level in English and Maths, or equivalent work experience. They will have either (a) Research administration experience, funding body experience, or experience of applying for funding, or (b) comparable, significant experience of another area of administration. They will also have high level of computer literacy with experience of using Microsoft Office and a willingness to learn new systems.
At ODID we embrace and cherish our differences, and endeavour to be considerate and welcoming of all. You are most welcome at ODID, without the need to hide any part of who you are. We acknowledge societal inequalities and how these affect us, and those around us, personally and professionally. We hold an Athena Swan bronze award in recognition of our efforts to introduce organisational and cultural changes which promote equality, cherish diversity and create a better working environment for all. We are also taking active steps to promote race equality and reduce the risk of bias and discrimination. We work together to enrich, fortify and grow our community and dedicate our combined efforts to teaching and research to increase our impact and influence in development debates at the national and global level. We encourage all eligible candidates to apply for our vacancies and join us in pursuing our goals.
Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. You will be required to upload a supporting statement and a CV as part of your online application.
Only applications received before 12 midday on 30 September 2024 can be considered.
Interviews are envisioned to be held on Thursday 17th October 2024