SHRI Support Officer

The St Helena Research Institute are looking to recruit a Support Officer to join their team. In this
rewarding role, you will be responsible for managing a comprehensive database for local and offshore
research applications that are relevant to the research processes, and manage the administration
process and administrative duties for researchers and SHRI which includes: responding to enquires
within three days of receipt of emails, maintain an enquiry log for the Research Institute and give
practical advice and guidance to researchers enquiring about and delivering approved research on St
Helena and/or direct them to others who can help. The post holder will also be responsible for advising
potential researchers of potential/suitable dates for visiting the island and refer them to the relevant
specialised personal. For more information or to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please
contact us.
Education Skills and Employment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
and young people. The successful candidate will be required to provide proof of identity and qualifications, and will be subject to reference
checks, an enhanced police background check, and any other safeguarding checks relevant to the role.
We promote equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

The St Helena Public Service welcomes all applications from across our whole community, including our St Helenian diaspora wishing to return to St Helena. If you are a St Helenian currently living and working overseas, please contact us  to discuss how we can support you. SHG positively accepts applications from all members of the community, regardless of age, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief and will consider all applications on the basis of merit assessed against the role profile and person specification.

All appointments are subject to the successful candidate providing satisfactory clearances, which include a medical check, vetting / DBS clearance and references. SHG reserves the right to have information provided on or with the application independently verified. Benefits are subject to change and may vary according to role.