Reporting & Analysis Coordinator - Life Course Centre

• Life Course Centre (based in Institute for Social Science Research)

• Full-time, fixed-term position for up to three years

• Base salary will be in the range $98,582 - $107,349 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7)

• Based at Long Pocket only 10 minutes from St Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity 

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Reporting & Analysis Coordinator based within the Life Course Centre. In this role, you will support the Life Course Centre’s requirement to track performance against the objectives of the Centre of Excellence scheme, and report on progress towards goals to the Australian Research Council, University of Queensland, Centre partners and stakeholders.

The Reporting & Analysis Coordinator has primary responsibility for development and maintenance of the Centre's database, which runs through the Zoho Creator platform. The incumbent will produce KPI reports for the Centre and provide high-level bibliometric, altmetric and publication analysis. In addition, the Reporting & Analysis Coordinator manages Centre financial transactions, including Letters of Award and other transfers. There is general responsibility for tracking and record keeping for the UQ Node of the Centre, including maintaining member records and financial tracking.

Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Reporting: Ensure that the Centre’s database (Life Course Central, running through Zoho Creator) is fit for purpose, user friendly and aligned to the Centre’s KPIs and other data needs.

• Analysis: Produce bibliometric, altmetric and other publications analysis of Centre research as required.

• Finance: Maintain accurate and up-to-date knowledge of UQ financial policies, procedures and systems, as well as relevant grant requirements.

• Contract Management: Prepare Letters of Award, Contract Clearance Forms and Project Specification forms for the transfer of funding to other nodes.

For a full copy of the position description, please contact [email protected]

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave

• 17% superannuation contributions

• 17.5% annual leave loading

• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family

• UQ Study for Staff

• Free parking available to all staff at our Long Pocket site

• Salary packaging options

About You

• Completion of a degree with at least four years subsequent relevant experience; or extensive experience and broad knowledge in relevant administration and executive support functions; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education or training.

• Highly developed interpersonal skills both written and oral, including the demonstrated ability to consult, negotiate and liaise effectively with diverse groups within and external to the organisation and work cooperatively with colleagues across the organisation.

• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to set priorities and meet multiple deadlines while remaining flexible and responsive to organisational needs.

• Demonstrated administrative skills, including experience in the provision of executive assistance to senior staff, good financial management practices, and demonstrated skills in governance support and record-keeping.

• Demonstrated ability to work within a complex organisation, including the capacity to learn and apply policies and procedures across a broad range of operational areas.

• Highly developed computer skills and experience suitable for the breadth of work, including simple database management.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently, and within a team environment, using initiative, judgement and discretion and displaying a desire to learn new skills.

• Excellent accuracy, analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Knowledge of university organisation structures and a broad understanding of university corporate systems or a capacity to rapidly gain such knowledge.

• Experience working within a virtual team, distributed over a wide geographical area.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia.

Work Rights: 

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Lucy Mills, ARC Centre Chief Operating Officer via [email protected]. For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 
 

Want to Apply? 

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section  

• Resume 

Other Information 

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Thursday, 28 November 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-45277). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 10 December 2024.