Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, working 38 hours per week until September 2026Location: SWSLHD District Wide, LiverpoolPosition Classification: Administration Officer Level 4Remuneration: $1,338.49 - $1,369.13 per weekRequisition ID: REQ533651Application Close Date: 24/11/2024Interview Date Range: 27/11/2024 – 04/12/2024Contact Details: Shivani Mani – | Join Our Team as a Research Administrative Assistant!Are you an experienced and motivated professional looking to make a difference in the field of nursing and midwifery research?The South Western Sydney Nursing and Midwifery Research Alliance (SWS NMRA) is seeking a Research Administrative Assistant to provide high-quality administrative support to our Chair, and research team.In this pivotal role, you will:Support the Chair and research staff in administrative tasks, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.Assist in developing efficient administrative systems that will support the unit as it grows.Contribute to a vibrant research environment within the team and across projects.What We're Looking For:Proven administrative experience, ideally in a research unit or medical research institute.A proactive approach to problem-solving, with strong organizational skills.A commitment to professionalism and excellence in supporting research activities.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative team dedicated to advancing nursing and midwifery research.If you're ready to make an impact and support groundbreaking work in healthcare, we would love to hear from you!Apply today and be a part of our mission to support innovative research in South Western Sydney!What You'll be Doing The primary purpose of this position is to provide professional and high-quality administrative support to the Director/Manager and other staff members within the team including the project officer and research staff.The Research Administrative Officer has the overall day-to-day management responsibility in supporting the research unit and is responsible for the implementation of administrative processes necessary for smooth running of the office.Importantly, this position will act as a first point of contact for senior members of the South Western Sydney Local Health District, universities, plus a range of contacts at all levels from all research stakeholders and hospital staff liaising with the medical team.The Research Administrative Officer is required to assist in the development of effective and efficient administrative systems that will be necessary as the research unit grows.How to Apply To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible.View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.Completion of a Certificate IV level qualification or a combination of relevant education/training and/or extensive experience in a similar role.Demonstrated high level experience in the use of all Microsoft Office software with excellent data entry and attention to detail.Demonstrated experience in office management and administration skills.Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work and complete tasks within tight timeframes.Demonstrated high level written communication skills, preferably with previous experience in the preparation of research grant applications or other complex documents.High level of verbal communication skills at various levels.Demonstrated ability to exercise judgement with regard to the release of information on confidential matters.Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a team environment with minimal supervision.Additional InformationSalary Packaging South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing.Visit Smart Salary for more details.Health & Fitness South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.Transforming Your Experience Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services.Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential.SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don't just accept differences but we honour and support it.Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people's rights.We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care.Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.#J-18808-Ljbffr