Position Number: 0059912
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Department/School: Research, Innovation and Commercialisation
Salary: UoM 7 - $106,432 - $115,211 p.a. plus 17% super
- Drive systems excellence / Enhance research administration / Foster innovation in processes
- Apply now to lead a high-performing team and shape the future of research administration at UoM, with strong leadership support
- 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 the Team Leader for Project Setup & Data Assurance Reporting, you'll oversee post-award administrative support for University of Melbourne research contracts and grants. Supported by the Manager, Project Setup & Data Assurance, you will lead a team of up to five, ensuring data quality and process improvement in Workday and Service Now systems. This role offers you the chance to drive innovation, engage with key stakeholders, and contribute to the University's research excellence.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading and Developing Team Excellence: Train and mentor staff to achieve systems excellence in post-execution administrative functions.
- Driving Data Quality and Processing Improvement: Assess issues, develop innovative solutions, and recommend improvements to streamline service delivery.
- Enhancing Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with various teams to ensure effective post-award support compliant with funding body obligations.
- Championing Change and Innovation: Foster a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability in systems, processes, and technology.
You may be a great fit if:
You are an experienced professional with a relevant tertiary degree in a business-related discipline, demonstrating strong leadership skills, adaptability, and a commitment to service excellence in a complex organisational environment.
You may also:
- Have significant experience in administrative support within a large, complex organisation.
- Possess excellent communication skills, able to convey complex information to diverse audiences.
- Demonstrate proficiency in specialised software platforms for project management and accounting.
- Have experience managing diverse teams and fostering a high-performance culture.
- Excel in relationship management, especially with senior stakeholders.
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 team – Research, Innovation and Commercialisation
Research, Innovation and Commercialisation (RIC) is the central facilitator of research funding in the University, taking advantage of the full diversity of research funding opportunities. RIC is a specialist team dedicated to enabling the University's research and enterprise mission working closely with our academics, professional colleagues, industry partners, funding agencies and government agencies. We have a passion to see our academics and their collaboration partners succeed, achieve research excellence and translate their discoveries into real-world innovation and impact. RIC operates University-wide across all nine Academic Divisions and Chancellery.
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.
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Felicita Depaune 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.
Position Description
