SA Cardiovascular Research Lead and Grants Manager

SA Cardiovascular Research Lead and Grants Manager

Play a part to improve heart disease across Australia to help make heart disease history.

A part time, permanent role 0.8 FTE

Generous salary packaging available, increasing your take-home pay

About us

Over the past 60 years, the Heart Foundation is proud to have supported major innovations and advancements that have helped reshape the healthcare landscape. However, there is so much more to be done.

While our work has had a major impact on reducing the number of deaths, heart disease remains the leading cause of death in Australia, sadly taking the life of one Australian every 30 minutes.

How can you make a difference?

In this role, you'll strengthen cardiovascular research in South Australia by fostering collaboration, managing the SA Cardiovascular Research Network (CVRN), and administering state-based research grants. You'll oversee operations, manage key committees, build relationships with stakeholders, and coordinate events to raise the profile of cardiovascular research. Working closely with the SA CVRN Co-chairs and General Manager, you'll help achieve the Heart Foundation's strategic goals.

Responsibilities

Committee and Secretariat Support: Provide operational and strategic support to the SA CVRN Executive and Rising Stars Sub-Committees, including secretariat duties such as minute-taking, action items, and reporting.

Grant Management: Develop, promote, and administer Heart Foundation SA research grants for CVRN members through transparent processes.

Event Leadership: Lead the planning and execution of key events like the Annual Cardiovascular Showcase, Emerging Leaders Symposium, and capacity-building workshops for researchers.

Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with CVRN members, research funding bodies, institutions, local health networks, and government agencies.

Collaboration and Opportunity Development: Identify collaboration and funding opportunities across clinical, research, industry, and government sectors, and coordinate activities with other cardiovascular research networks.

Member Onboarding and Database Management: Coordinate the induction of new members and maintain the integrity of the SA CVRN member database.

Communications and Representation: Support digital and social media efforts to raise the profile of SA CVRN and its members and represent the Network at external meetings and forums.

Let's talk about you

To be successful in this role you will have appropriate tertiary qualifications and/or relevant work experience in health and medical research or health related field as well as:

• Strong understanding of the health and medical research landscape in SA and Australia, including funding schemes and networks.
• Expertise in grant management and administration.
• Experience in organizing research, capacity-building, and networking events.
• Excellent project management, organizational, and administrative skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience managing and working with committees.
• Strong collaboration and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks proactively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for various audiences.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Why work with us?

We are committed to fostering a workplace culture that prioritises the wellness of our employees. We strive to create an environment that supports physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. We do this through:

• Encouraging open communication channels
• Providing opportunities for people to thrive personally and professionally
• A strong commitment to flexible working, providing you with the option to work from home up to half of your working week
• A positive and supportive culture
• Additional day of leave at Christmas
• Programs and initiatives that focus on your wellbeing at work.

Ready to apply?

To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter that addresses the essential requirements by clicking the apply now button below. Please refer to the position description available on our website for further information about the role.

Applications will close on Monday 23 September 2024.

We can heartly wait to hear from you!

(PS: We may commence shortlisting candidates prior to the closure of this role, so please don't delay submitting your application!)

Be yourself, express yourself

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment for all.

We strive to represent the communities we serve and recognise the skills, knowledge and experience a diverse team brings to our organisation. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other diverse groups.

If you would like to request any adjustments to our recruitment processes so they are accessible for you, please contact us. We don't need to know the reason for your request if you do not wish to share this information. We will treat your personal information in line with our privacy policy.

Our commitment to health & safety

Please note that any offer of employment will be subject to pre-employment checks which must be completed prior to commencement. This may include a national criminal history check, working with children check and other background checks relevant to the specific role. Please refer to the career's page on our website for more information on pre-employment checks.