Coordinator, Research Grants

This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Inuvik, NT.

Aurora College's mission is to demonstrate leadership in the delivery of relevant and meaningful education and research rooted in strong connections to Northern land, tradition, community and people.

Located in Inuvik, the Coordinator, Research Grants reports to the Director, Research Services. The Coordinator provides assistance and support related to research and its administration. This includes monitoring and identifying funding and other research opportunities, maintaining calendars of relevant dates and deadlines, assisting with proposal development and research reporting, and interpreting application guidelines and eligibility. The Coordinator advises faculty and researchers on the administration of research projects and funding, and provides administrative support for both externally and internally funded research projects throughout the project lifecycle.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of northern research, research funders, and research administration
• Written and oral communication skills to relay information and provide guidance on grant and funding application requirements/procedures
• Ability to assist in the development of communication plans and media strategies
• Ability to advise on the development of funding applications and research reports
• Ability to manage and administer multiple projects with tight deadlines
• Ability to lead work teams and work independently
• Experience in budgeting, accounting, and financial management

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

• Master's degree in a relevant field
• 3 years' experience in research administration or project management
• Undergraduate degree with 3 years' experience in research administration or project management
• Diploma with 5 years' office experience and/or working experience with research

Inquiries Only:

Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel  Ext 15644
Fax

Note:

If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.