Current opportunities for existing staff at Melbourne

Position Number: 0062353
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing research contingent
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences

Department/School:  Cumming Global Centre for Pandemic Therapeutics / The Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity
Salary: UoM 6 - $92,749 - $100,397 p.a. plus 17% super

• Support critical global health programs / Manage diverse international portfolios / Contribute to pandemic preparedness
• Apply now to shape the financial future of world-leading infection and immunity research initiatives
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

In line with the 2024 Enterprise Agreement clause 1.15.5 & 1.15.6.2, the University is committed to growing the number of Continuing jobs, and to increase the proportion of Continuing employment FTE in comparison to Fixed-Term or Casual employment. As part of this shared objective, all continuing vacancies will be advertised internally for a minimum of five working days to allow for current staff at the University to apply and be considered - ahead of external recruitment. 

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Your next career opportunity
As a Finance Officer at the prestigious Peter Doherty Institute, you'll play a crucial role in managing finances for cutting-edge international health projects and pandemic research. You'll oversee budgets for DFAT-funded initiatives across Asia and the Pacific, as well as the innovative Cumming Global Centre for Pandemic Therapeutics. This role offers you the chance to apply your financial expertise to projects with global impact, working with diverse international partners in a dynamic research environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Financial Planning and Reporting: Prepare and present financial reports, comparing actual performance against budgets and forecasts for international projects.
• Budget Management: Track and monitor budgets across all project activities, ensuring financial alignment and sustainability for global health initiatives.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct in-depth analysis to assess performance, identify risks and opportunities, and recommend actions to support project success.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with project teams and international partners to address financial issues and ensure smooth project implementation

You may be a great fit if:

You are a detail-oriented finance professional  possessing strong analytical skills and the ability to manage complex financial portfolios for international projects in a dynamic research environment.

You may also:

• Have graduate qualifications in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Possess experience working in a tertiary institution.
• Demonstrate expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and managing financial portfolios for individual projects.
• Excel at generating timely, customised reports for management on budgets, actuals, and forecasts.
• Have advanced skills in Excel and experience with accounting systems.
• Be an excellent communicator, able to work effectively in project teams.
• Thrive in complex environments, with a high level of attention to detail.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
• Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new teams – THE CUMMING GLOBAL CENTRE FOR PANDEMICTHERAPEUTICS (CGCPT)

www.doherty.edu.au/cumming-global-centre-for-pandemic-therapeutics 

The Cumming Global Centre for Pandemic Therapeutics (CGCPT) is a mission-driven, globally connected research program that will enable rapid design and development of treatments for pathogens of pandemic potential. The Centre will be the world’s preeminent facility in developing molecular platforms to help fight future pandemics. The Centre goals are ambitious—to advance the science behind therapeutics that direct target the pathogen, to transform future pandemic management and to save lives.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods.  To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard +61 3 9035 3218 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au.  You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au.

Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Vanessa Phan via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.