BactiVac Network Administrator

Salary: Full time starting salary is normally in the range £25,866 to £27,518, with potential progression once in post to £30,820. Grade: 4

Hours: Full Time. Two post available 

Contract Type: Fixed Term contract up to June 2025 

UK and Global travel may be required as part of this role

BactiVac, the Bacterial Vaccines Network (www.birmingham.ac.uk/bactivac ) is a global vaccinology network that brings together members based in academic, industry and policy sectors to accelerate the development of vaccines against bacterial diseases relevant to low and middle-income countries (LMICs).  Since its establishment in 2017, the Network has grown to over 1,700 members based across 86 countries, with 49% of our membership based in LMICs.  BactiVac fosters partnership by providing catalyst project funding and training support to our members.  The Network also hosts Annual Network Meetings that bring our global bacterial vaccinology community together, allowing the exchange of ideas and supporting the generation of new collaborations.

We are looking to recruit 2 experienced Network Administrators who will be responsible for providing strong and effective administrative support across a range of Network activities.  The postholders will support the administration of the Network’s systems and processes which underpin key Network activities.  These include the project data entry of funding calls relating to research projects and training opportunities, administrative tasks relating to the delivery of Network events, and ensuring the BactiVac website and social media channels are up to date.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, Experience

• Evidence of the skills and ability to undertake the role. Previous experience of working in an academic programme delivery environment would be advantageous.
• GCSEs to a minimum of grade C/4 in English and Mathematics grade C minimum (or equivalent level 2 qualification).
• A working knowledge of standard Microsoft Office software and IT skills. 
• Ability to take responsibility for specific tasks, carrying out duties without needing to refer to others, with scope for some choice, and using your own judgment.
• Ability to work on your own initiative.
• Ability to proactively contribute to improving processes and for proposing new ways of working.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with others.
• Well organised with the ability to prioritise work proactively, independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent customer service. 

Informal enquiries to Johanna Dean, email: [email protected]

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