Project Support Administrator

Summary: The Project Support Administrator at Newcastle University will provide comprehensive administrative support to the Duke of Northumberland Chair of Rural Economy within the Centre for Rural Economy. This part-time, fixed-term role involves coordinating project meetings, managing communications, and supporting project teams in a dynamic environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent organizational skills and a proactive approach to improving processes. The position is part of a collaborative team focused on sustainable development in rural areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and support project meetings, including arranging logistics and drafting agendas.
• Provide administrative support to project leads and teams, including diary management and travel arrangements.
• Lead the administration of designated project processes and monitor progress.
• Support project meetings and events, and manage project documentation and records.
• Respond to enquiries and provide clear advice to colleagues and customers.
• Develop and maintain effective project procedures and systems.
• Gather and manage data for project reporting and ensure data integrity.
• Perform any other duties within the scope of the role as required.

Key Skills:

• Working knowledge of relevant systems and standard software packages.
• Good numeracy and IT skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize workload and handle conflicting priorities.
• Experience working in a diverse team and with senior managers.
• Experience in meeting administration, including agenda and minute preparation.
• Ability to train and manage other colleagues where relevant.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.

Salary (Rate): 27644

City: Newcastle

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: fixed-term

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other