Contracts Officer

• Full-Time, Continuing opportunity
• Based at La Trobe University’s Melbourne Bundoora campus
• Work with inspiring people who are driven to make a difference

About the position

The Research Office partners with La Trobe University researchers, senior executive, academic leadership and other administrative divisions to facilitate excellent research outcomes for the University. The Office provides accurate and consistent advice and reporting, as well as flexible and efficient client services, with an emphasis on continuous business improvement.

In this position the Contracts Officer will support the functions of the Consulting and Contracts team to provide efficient and effective client service and support.

The incumbent will administer the development and negotiation of tenders, proposals, agreements, and project set up for research collaborations, research and non-research related consultancies aligning with relevant University policies and procedures. They will ensure the provision of administrative services that support researchers through key stages of a consultancy or contracted research activity.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have;

• Degree with subsequent relevant experience to consolidate the theories and principles learned, or extensive experience, leading to either the development of specialist expertise or to the development of broad knowledge in an administrative field, or an equivalent alternate combination of relevant knowledge, training and/or experience.
• Demonstrated ability to gain a conceptual understanding of relevant policies, procedures or systems and interpretation in the application of policy and/or precedent.
• Ability to innovate and take responsibility for outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and monitor workflows within own area of responsibility.
• Demonstrated capacity to organise work effectively and efficiently and deliver outputs in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, follow established procedures with limited supervision and contribute positively to an effective team.
• High level proficiency in computer software packages including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, electronic mail, and the use of the internet as a research tool.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated customer service focus and solution orientated approach.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

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Benefits:

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On site child care facilities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date:  By 11:55pm Sunday, 7th April 2024

Position Enquiries: Eddy John Sng - Manager, Consulting and Contracts

Email: [email protected]

Recruitment Enquiries: Bianca Trajanov - Talent Acquisition Consultant

Email:  [email protected]

Position Description below:

 PD - Contracts Officer.pdf

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter;
• An up to date resume
• A separate document addressing each bullet point under the Essential Criteria ‘Skills and knowledge required for the position’, which is located in the position description.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005.  If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.