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Melbourne - Australia

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Not Disclosed

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1 Vacancy

Job Description


Assistant Grants Advisor

Job No.:569515

Work type:Continuing

  • Full time Continuing Opportunity
  • Based at La Trobe Universitys Melbourne (Bundoora) campus
  • Higher Education Officer (HEO) 6
  • Work with inspiring people who are driven to make a difference

About the position

You will ensure that La Trobe University researchers are supported to meet their obligations to funding bodies and collaborators and are assisted with university policies and processes. The role assures compliance with funding agency and scheme requirements. It is responsible for the establishment of grants and research agreements facilitating the rapid commencement of research projects while ensuring risks are managed and appropriate due diligence has been conducted.

You will also be responsible for the management and co-ordination of reporting variations and acquittals while also working cross-functionally and contributing to other teams in the Research Office in periods of varied workflow.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position you will have

  • A degree with at least two years work experience in research and/or research management or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
  • Ability to multi-task and move across grant schemes and to organise and prioritise allocated work.
  • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills including the ability to interpret and review legal documents instruct legal professionals and the ability to present workshops or facilitate discussion.
  • Australian Research Management Society accreditation is desirable. If not accredited then the applicant should be willing to undertake this accreditation as part of staff development opportunities at La Trobe University.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to develop high-level working relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders and the capacity to work collaboratively and cooperatively in small teams.
  • High level of proficiency in computer software packages including word processing spreadsheets and databases.
  • Demonstrated ability to work both autonomously and co-operatively within a team and with a wide range of stakeholders including the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and contribute to continuous improvement.
  • Demonstrated organisation and problem-solving skills with an ability to manage several different projects concurrently.

Welcome to Bundoora campus Please click on the video link below:

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 Tuesday 14 October 2025

    Position Enquiries: Jarrad Cogle Senior Manager Grants Management & Compliance

    Email:

    Recruitment Enquiries: Recruitment Team

    Email:

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

    PD - Assistant Grants

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

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

    Please scroll down to apply.

    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.

    Why La Trobe:

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    Employment Type

    Grant

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