Unit Head, Research Support and Grants Management (RSGM), Office for Research [NIE]

About This Role

The NTU seeks a Unit Head for the Research Support and Grants Management (RSGM) Office to lead strategic oversight of research funding, grant administration, and capacity building while ensuring compliance with institutional guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of the RSGM Unit within the Office for Research.
• Work closely with Dean and Associate Deans to implement research support initiatives aligned with institutional priorities.
• Ensure coherence between research support and grants management functions to drive operational efficiency.
• Lead planning, coordination, and implementation of research support programs and capacity-building programmes.
• Oversee grant management compliance, audit readiness, and adherence to funder and institutional guidelines.
• Prepare reports on grants matters, research funding, and research support initiatives to senior management.

Requirements

• A University Degree.
• Minimum 5 to 8 years of relevant experience in research administration, grants management, or similar roles.
• Knowledge of audit, risk, and compliance frameworks related to grants and research administration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for reviewing processes and implementing improvements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports for senior management.
• A strong team lead who is highly motivated and able to collaborate within teams.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Integrity when handling confidential information.