Adviser, Contracts (REACH)

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Work type:Full-time
Location:Flexible
Categories:Administration

• Flexible location
• Full-time and fixed term until 26/02/26
• HEW 6 $89,012 – $96,126  + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time)

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

Deakin’s Recycling and Clean Energy Commercialisation Hub (REACH) is part of Australia’s Trailblazer Universities Program. The REACH Program operates under the oversight of the independent REACH Governing Board and the University Council. REACH will build the single largest clean energy ecosystem in Australia, placing Australia at the forefront of critical new technologies, products, and industries. It will have a significant impact on Australia’s National Manufacturing Priorities, and support growth and jobs in manufacturing with significant economic and social impact.

The Adviser, Contracts, REACH reports to the Senior Manager, Research Contracts to manage the administration of contracts across the REACH Program. The Adviser, Contracts, REACH will work closely with the REACH Program team to support their contract administration requirements.

As an Adviser, you will:

• Support the REACH Program team members to ensure the contractual administration requirements of respective partnerships are met, data collection and reporting of these activities is accurate and the university’s reputation with external funders and partners is protected and enhanced.
• Maintain accurate records of contracts, variations, documents, and related correspondence and processes to enable the effective functioning of the Contracts team.
• In collaboration with stakeholders, monitor, review, and recommend changes to processes and workflows to enhance the service offering of the Contracts team toward best practice.
• Build new and productive relationships with a diverse range of researchers, funding bodies and other internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide guidance and support to researchers, faculty and institute staff on contract administration processes, compliance requirements and best practices.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• A Degree with subsequent relevant experience; or
• Extensive experience and specialist knowledge or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields
• A Degree with at least 4 years subsequent relevant experience; or
• Extensive experience and management expertise in technical or administrative fields; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Experience in administration and related activities in a large organisation with complex administrative structures, policies and procedures.
• Experience providing services and support in a large organisation

Here’s how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Andrew Gaff (Senior Manager, Research Contracts) on [email protected]. For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 Adviser, Contracts REACH_ HEW 6 (fixed-term) (2).pdf

Applications for this position close on 12/2/24 at 11.55pm.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.