Rke Delivery Officer - Manchester, United Kingdom - Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University

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Manchester, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Description

Are you looking to develop your career in the financial management of research projects?

Do you want to work with academics on cutting edge research and consultancy projects with multiple internal and external partners?

We are looking for an RKE Delivery Officer to join the Directorate of Research & Knowledge Exchange (RKE) to provide post-award project support for RKE activity at the university.

This is an exciting time to join Manchester Met.

We are one of the top modern universities for research quality, and 90% of our research impact is rated as world-leading or internationally excellent.

The Role:

You will work with a team of colleagues to deliver a high quality postaward project support service for Academic and Professional Service colleagues.
You will act as the main point of contact for project delivery related queries and requests.
You will support the financial management of a large portfolio of projects, involving multiple internal and external partners.
You will be responsible for monitoring and managing project budgets, preparing and submitting financial claims in line with funder requirements and advising on university financial policy and procedures.

This is a key role within the Directorate at a central level, and you will be expected to develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of funders' operational and financial reporting procedures.

The Directorate is responsible for the management and delivery of the Research and Knowledge Exchange strategy.

The University's Research Centres make an impact on the world around us, and we support their research funding and the wider research environment such as impact and public engagement activities, business partnerships and collaborations across the sector and beyond.

About you:

Ideally you will have a good understanding of the UK research funding landscape and knowledge of the operational activities that support delivery of successful projects.

We welcome transferable skills and are looking for a fast learner, with excellent people skills and the ability to prioritise workload to provide a professional service.

About us:

This is a great opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team.

Manchester Met offers a fantastic range of benefits to employees, including a central location which is excellent for commuters, generous holiday allowance which includes 25 days per year holiday (increases with service), 8 bank holidays plus Christmas shutdown, and a competitive pension scheme.

Hybrid working is offered for this role, where you will be able to work a proportion of time on campus and a proportion remotely.

You will also get access to a wellbeing platform, retail discounts, a cycle to work scheme, plus many more rewards and benefits.

Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to supporting the rights, responsibilities, dignity, health and wellbeing of staff and students through our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion._