Organisation : Australian Communications Consumer Action Network
Location : Sydney (Ultimo)
Work type : Part-time
Sector : Community Engagement
Salary type : Annual Package
Application closing date : 21 Jan, 2019
About the organisation
The Australian Communications Consumer Action Network, ACCAN, is Australia’s peak body representing the interests of all consumers in communications issues. ACCAN is an important and independent consumer voice promoting the accessibility, quality of service, affordability and availability of communications services for all Australian consumers with particular concern for vulnerable consumers whose needs are underrepresented.
About the role
- Diverse, interesting role working in vibrant NGO
- Supportive work environment
- Sydney CBD location with easy access to public transport
The Grants and Research Assistant is responsible for the following day-to-day activities:
- Acting as primary point of contact and a supportive resource for grant applicants and research partners.
- Processing grant applications and liaising with applicants
- Assisting with pre- and post-award administration, including use of SmartyGrants software to monitor and record project progress
- Monitoring & supporting project partners to ensure they meet activity, budget and reporting milestones in a timely manner
- Assisting with the publication of ACCAN Grant and Research outputs and promotion, including editing, proofing, and drafting of copy for ACCAN’s website and other publications, ensuring they are inclusive and accessible
- Building the profile of ACCAN research in the community
- Curating ACCAN’s research bibliography, stock of printed resources and ISBN.
To be successful in this role you should have the following:
- A degree or equivalent in a related area
- Demonstrated Project Management skills
- Demonstrated high-level research skills, including understanding of methodology and research ethics
- Oral and written communication skills of a high order, able to assess complex information for quality and outcomes
- Ability to liaise effectively with a range of people, including consumer/community organisations and academic institutions
- Ability to work in a self-directed role with limited supervision
- Ability to work as part of a team and in a consultative framework
- Advanced proficiency in information and communication technology
- A commitment to the effective representation of the interests of consumers
The position is for 22.5 hours per week and flexible arrangements will be negotiated with the successful applicant.
ACCAN is an EEO employer: women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, persons with disabilities and people from culturally, linguistically and religiously diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Closing Date: 21 January 2019
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Grants and Research Assistant (Part-time) via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Community_Engagement
