Senior Major Initiatives Officer

* ** Support major  industry scheme and other research initiatives to enhance the University’s funding success.**
* ** Work with researchers to develop highly competitive and compelling research bids**
* ** Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities
**** The University of Melbourne
** We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research.
** Your next career opportunity
** As the Senior Major Initiatives Officer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting and coordinating strategically significant research funding opportunities. You'll have the chance to work with diverse stakeholders, including industry partners, to drive innovation and collaboration. Your expertise in research funding programs will be instrumental in increasing external funding levels and diversifying opportunities for the University of Melbourne.
** Your responsibilities will include:**
* ** Coordinate Major Funding Schemes:
** Manage the application process for major research funding opportunities, ensuring alignment with strategic goals
* ** Enhance Stakeholder Relationships:
** Develop and maintain strong relationships with executive staff, researchers, faculty staff and external partners to support funding success
* ** Provide Expert Guidance:
** Offer specialist advice on funding proposals, ensuring compliance with internal and external rules and strategic alignment
* ** Support Project Development:
** Assist in the development of project proposals, delivering seminars, workshops, and strategic advice to maximise funding outcomes
** You may be a great fit if:
** You possess expert knowledge of research funding programs and have a proven ability to develop strong stakeholder relationships, driving strategic funding success in complex environments.
** You may also:
*** Have tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience
* Be adept at coordinating  prestigious research funding schemes
* Excel in written and verbal communication, translating complex ideas into accessible language
* Demonstrate initiative and flexibility, committed to continuous improvement
* Have excellent stakeholder management skills
** Role type:
** Full Time;
Fixed Term for 12 months    
** Department****:
** Research, Innovation and Commercialisation   
** Salary:
** UOM 7 - $111,275 - $120,453 p.a. plus 17% super  
** What we offer you!
** We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:  Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance  
** Please note**:
This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.

** Join Us and unlock your career potential!
** If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:  
** Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience*
* ** Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
** For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description.
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