Work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment within the Research Pre-Award team.
Full time, Continuing chance.
Base salary $117,133 - $127,610 (HEO7) + 17% superannuation.
Hybrid working arrangement available.
About the opportunity
The Pipeline and Pre Award team in DVC Research are on the hunt for another Proposal Assurance & Submission Officer to join their squad!
In this role, you will manage the proposal submission administrative services and offer operational support for the Pre-Award team.
You will be leading support for funding proposals and submissions for allocated schemes and providing guidance and escalation support to Proposal Assurance & Submission Administrators.
If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and want to be surrounded by a high performing team, then we encourage you to read on and then apply if this sounds like you!
Key responsibilities
Work in the Pipeline and Pre-Award team, reporting to the Manager, Proposal Assurance & Submissions.
Lead the administration submission requirements for allocated schemes by ensuring funding proposal and submission are compliant and meet quality assurance expectations.
Maintain an accurate and systematic database of funding proposals and submissions.
Understand the complexities of the submissions environment and provide insights, guidance, and regular reporting to the Pipeline and Pre-Awards Teams.
Comply with funding rules and regulatory requirements.
Contribute to the Research Support Community of Practice through trusted stakeholder management.
About you




Administrative experience in a complex and fast-paced environment.
Excellent negotiating, relationship building, and stakeholder management skills.
Sound judgement, initiative, and discretion with the ability to manage multiple priorities concurrently.
High-level attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office, databases, Excel programs and web-based software.
Interest in, or experience working in, a research-intensive higher education environment.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Please note: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University.
Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements.
If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
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We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
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Applications Close
Applications Close Wednesday 19 August *******:59 PM
The University values are excellence, trust and accountability.
The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion.
Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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📌 Proposal Assurance & Submission Officer (New South Wales)
🏢 University Of Sydney
📍 New South Wales