(C) The Conversation This story was originally published by The Conversation and is unaltered. . . . . . . . . . . Research Engagement Project Officer Job at University of Melbourne in Parkville, United States [1] [] Date: 2024-05 Posted 27 May, 2024 Driving innovation through strategic partnerships. Join us as a Research Engagement Project Officer and shape the future of academia. Job no: 0062472 Location: Parkville Role type: Full-time, Fixed-term for 12 months Department: Research & Enterprise Salary: UOM 7 – $106,432 - $115,211 p.a. plus 17% super Exciting opportunity to collaborate with colleagues to lead, develop and maintain strategic research collaborations, events, and partnerships across Research and Enterprise to support the broader research strategy Provide leadership, oversight and coordination of high-level meetings, in-bound and out-bound delegations, workshops, and visits involving the university's executives, academics, and external counterparts, ensuring smooth administration and fostering effective engagement through engagement and collaboration. Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment! This position is a professional development opportunity for University of Melbourne staff. Only current Continuing, Fixed-Term, and Casual staff are eligible to apply. Eligible staff wishing to apply must update their profile on the application page to indicate they are ‘currently employed by the University of Melbourne’. This will confirm eligibility for positions that are open to internal staff applicants only. About the Role The Research Engagement Project Officer (REPO) is a vital member of the Chancellery Research and Enterprise (CRE) Portfolio, contributing to the realisation of the university's research and innovation goals outlined in Advancing Melbourne 2030. With a focus on fostering strategic partnerships and collaborations both within and outside the university, the REPO will coordinate high-level engagements, workshops, and visits, facilitating dialogue between key stakeholders including university executives, academics, and external counterparts. Through close collaboration with various portfolios and subject experts, the REPO will provides valuable insight and guidance on research engagement activities, ensuring smooth administration and effective delivery of objectives across the university. Your responsibilities will include: Engagement and delivery of key inbound and outbound delegations through effective communication with Research Collaboration and the Executive Support Team to deliver strategic outcomes relevant to those delegations Lead and collaborate with colleagues across the Portfolio to deliver on research engagement activities and programs of work Review, Implement, and manage the archive and database of stakeholder engagement, key information, advice, and briefing notes Who we are looking for You will possess exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication abilities, facilitating effective engagement with both external stakeholders and university personnel. You will also have strong time management and organisational skills, coupled with meticulous attention to detail, to efficiently prioritise and manage tasks, ensuring deadlines are met. You will also have: Completed a degree-level qualification with subsequent relevant work-related experience or equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training. Demonstrated experience in the organisation of public events, seminars, delegations, and visits, with the ability to achieve high-quality outcomes Demonstrated experience problem problem-solving, including thinking creatively and working collaboratively across teams. For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD. This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. 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. Your new team – Research and Enterprise The Chancellery (Research and Enterprise) (CRE) portfolio, headed by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) (DVC (R)), collaborates with Academic Divisions to fulfill the University’s research goals. It oversees various activities under the Advancing Melbourne strategy, focusing on ensuring high-quality, ethical research, attracting and retaining talented researchers globally, providing top-notch research facilities, fostering collaboration, promoting interdisciplinary research, and supporting the translation of research into real-world impact. What we offer you! In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page! The University of Melbourne We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn. Be yourself The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page. We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request". 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 Join Us! If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with 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 Fahim Farzad via email at [email protected], 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 contact details listed on the Position Description. 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