The OpportunityHere at The Kids Research Institute Australia our vision is simple; Happy, Healthy Kids!
We want kids to be able to live their lives to the healthiest and happiest, right here in our community - and around the world.
Our BREATH Team (Building Respiratory Equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health) play an important role in achieving this vision with the aim to optimise lung health of kids, with a focus on lung health in First Nations children.
We now have an exciting opportunity for a Program Manager to join this small but passionate and values-driven team, to provide managerial oversight and coordinate a broad range of research projects in the field of lung health.
As our Team Manager, you will play a significant role in the direction and delivery of the strategic priorities of our team.
This will see you leverage on your skills and experience in research project management, financial management and stakeholder engagement, with a key part of this position being around team leadership & managing staff here in Perth as well as in our remote WA locations.
ResponsibilitiesSome of your responsibilities will include:
Coordinating day-to-day activities relating to the team's research portfolio.Overseeing legal agreements and contracts for the program.Managing the development of budgets, forecasting and financial management/reporting.Engaging with national and international collaborators and external organisations (such as universities, funding bodies, government partners).Although sitting within a research team, you will have plenty of opportunities to collaborate & share your knowledge with other managers across the Institute.
Based at our modern office in Nedlands overlooking Kings Park, this is currently a part-time (0.8FTE) opportunity and will be offered on an ongoing basis.
Full time may be considered for the right candidate.
About YouThis is a diverse and rewarding role that requires dedication to working with a number of internal and external stakeholders, and would suit someone with a research background, strong program management skills and familiarity with the research or academic sector.
Highly developed project planning, coordination, and management skills; ability to lead the development and implementation of multiple research projects.Experience working as part of a team in a multi-diverse research environment.Knowledge of Aboriginal health research and demonstrated empathy and respect for Aboriginal culture.Excellent financial stewardship and financial management of diverse funding bodies.Ability to facilitate stakeholder engagement.Inclusion and DiversityWe are driving inclusion and diversity as part of the way we work and embrace the diverse career and life experiences of our staff.
If you meet a number of the requirements (and not all), we encourage you to submit your application.
We also encourage you to address any career disruptions (if applicable) you may have had in your cover letter.
About UsOur aim is to create a workplace where people are respected and encouraged to fulfil their potential.
We encourage a workforce that is innovative, eager to acquire knowledge and enhance skills; we embrace all employee differences, foster a culture that supports diversity and inclusion, and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations where required.
BenefitsSome of our staff benefits include:
Additional annual leave over Christmas and Easter.Save on tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging up to $15,899 of Living Expenses and up to $2,650 on Entertainment Benefits each FBT year.Extensive health and wellbeing program with weekly events.Flexible work options and hybrid working.Reward and recognition program.Professional development opportunities including access to unlimited online training with LinkedIn Learning.Modern offices and end of trip facilities, including sit to stand desks.Access to Corporate Health Insurance.Staff purchasing discounts including travel, IT Hardware and stationery.How to ApplyIf you think that this is the right role and an exciting new challenge for you, please click on 'Apply Now' to navigate to our Career Site to view the Job Description and submit your application.
Your cover letter (no more than 2 pages) should specifically address your skills and experience outlined in the "About You" section above.
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Click here for the Job Description Contact Name: Angela Fuery
Contact Email: ****** Closing Date: 22/01/2025 - We reserve the right to hire prior to the closing date.
Commitment to DiversityThe Kids Research Institute Australia is committed to being champions of gender equity, diversity, and inclusivity.
We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, including: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities, and people living with disability.
As such we are a proud Bronze award recipient of the first Australian Athena Swan Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) pilot program.
We acknowledge that when working in environments which contribute to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people, it is imperative that Aboriginal people are at the forefront of this work.
We have launched the Aboriginal Employment and Career Development Strategy to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students and researchers employed in the Institute who provide guidance and support in our work in Aboriginal health.
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