Location: Brisbane
Discipline: Legal Support
Job type: Temporary
Salary: Pay rates: $60- $66 p/h + Super
Contact name: Georgina See

Contact email: Georgina@lawstaff.com.au
Job ref: AW110425
Published: 13 days ago
Startdate: ASAP start required
Law Staff is partnering with a distinguished organisation to recruit multiple Awards Officers. These are temporary 3-6 month contracts with the potential for extension or permanency and offer flexible hybrid working arrangements.

Key duties include: 

Awards Officer (HEW6)
  • Manage post-award funding workflows for a portfolio of research projects, addressing issues promptly.
  • Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to manage research funding and collaborations.
  • Ensure accurate record-keeping of post-award grants and provide regular reports on funding performance.
Senior Awards Officer (HEW7)
  • Lead and manage complex research funding processes, providing expert advice and strategic oversight.
  • Collaborate with senior leaders to improve funding processes and operations.
  • Lead key cross-functional projects and assist in the development of training materials to promote best practices for post-award management.
What You’ll Bring:
  • Qualifications and/or experience in administration, project management, or a similar field (experience in research funding is highly desirable).
  • Proven leadership and problem-solving abilities, particularly in research funding management.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
  • Ability to interpret complex policies and manage research funds in line with these.
  • Advanced computer skills, especially with business management software.
  • For HEW7, experience in team leadership and strategic operational improvements is essential.
Benefits:
  • Competitive pay rates for both roles.
  • Hybrid working options available following an initial settling period.
  • Flexible part-time or full-time options.
  • Potential for contract extension or transition to a permanent role.
  • Central Brisbane location with easy public transport access.
  • Weekly pay via Law Staff. 
How to Apply:
If you meet the above requirements and are ready for your next challenge, we encourage you to apply!

Please click APPLY or send your resume to:

Georgina See georgina@lawstaff.com.au

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the high volume of applications.

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