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The Research and Knowledge Exchange (RKE) Directorate is seeking to appoint a PGR Support Administrator withn the Development and Funding Team in the Graduate School.
About the Role
Reporting to the PGR Development & Funding Officer, you will support the delivery of the University's PGR funding portfolio. You will be an important point of contact for queries and requests relating to PGR funding activities, and you will ensure these activities comply with internal and external policies.
In conjunction with colleagues in the Graduate School and wider University, you will provide support for research students including advice and guidance on scholarships and other available funding streams, assistance with travel and accommodation bookings for funded students.
The post holder will have the opportunity to work with a network of colleagues to deliver and develop a high-quality service across the University.
About You
You will have substantial experience of working in a busy administrative role with a proven track record of communicating effectively accurate information and guidance to customers. You should also have:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good numerical and analytical skills.
- The ability to work as part of a team and provide excellent customer service.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise a variety of work activities in a busy environment and meet strict deadlines.
You must also have a commitment to excellent customer service and be willing to complete development and training in line with service requirements.
Working Here
This is great opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team and Manchester Met offers a fantastic range of benefits to employees including:
- Central location which is excellent for commuters
- Generous annual leave allowance (25 days plus Christmas closure and Bank Holidays)
- Very competitive pension scheme
- Access to retail discounts
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Various other rewards and benefits.
How To Apply
Your application must include a supporting statement which provides examples of how your experience and skills match each of the requirements in the Person Specification for this role. Please also attach a Curriculum Vitae.
For an informal discussion regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Jenny Keane, PGR Development & Funding Officer (j.keane@mmu.ac.uk).
If you would like to join our people and share our ambition, we would love to hear from you.
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.
We promote applications from all sections of the community, irrespective of background, belief or identity, recognising the benefits that a diverse organisation can bring and particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in the University workforce.
We recognise the benefits and importance of an environment that supports flexible working and are open to conversations about this, as well as any reasonable adjustments required throughout the application process.
