Research Administrator - Research and Grant Institute of Ghana

Research and Grant Institute of Ghana (REGIG) is looking for a dynamic, energetic, purposeful, goal-oriented and team player to join its management team.

Position: Research Administrator

Reporting to: Executive Director

Responsibilities

• Create, update, and maintain records and databases of research grants, grant sources, research opportunities
• Create, update, and maintain records and databases of personnel, financial and other data
• Carry out clerical duties such as managing phone calls and correspondence (e-mail, letters, packages etc.) and taking minutes at meetings
• General office management such as Keeping stock of office supplies and place orders when necessary and keeping, updating asset register
• Oversee the maintenance of office facilities, and equipment.
• Maintaining REGIG’s social media accounts and website
• Submit timely event-specific and annual reports and prepare presentations/proposals
• Perform bookkeeping tasks such as invoicing, monitoring accounts receivable, and budget tracking.
• Organize, arrange and coordinate both internal and external events/programs/activities, including travels.

• Attend workshops, meetings and conferences when requested
• Ensure adherence to relevant company procedures and policies
• Performing other relevant duties when needed.

Requirement

• A good first degree or master’s degree in business administration, social sciences, health sciences, pure/basic sciences or related field.
• Good track record in research or demonstrable interest in research
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with or readiness to learn office management procedures and basic accounting principles
• Proficient in a variety of computer software applications including Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and office management software
• Self-motivated, trustworthy and comfortable handling confidential information.
• Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and work with little supervision.
• Attention to details, very critical, analytical and attitude to challenge status quo constructively

Remuneration

A negotiable, attractive remuneration package with additional benefits such as allowance.