Grants Support Officer

Job no: 920626

Work type: Full time

Location: Adelaide CBD

Categories: Administration, Business and Management

• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide
• Salary ASO-4 $76,561 - $80,256 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full-time temporary up to 12 months

About the Role

As a Grants Support Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the efficient and accurate management of research grants across the Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN). Working closely with the Grants Officer, you will ensure that records for all research grants are maintained to a high standard, supporting the smooth administration of funding and enabling researchers to focus on advancing healthcare outcomes. Your contribution will be central to the successful coordination and oversight of grant processes across the network.

In this engaging role, you will collaborate with researchers, finance teams, and other stakeholders to provide timely and accurate grant-related information. Your attention to detail, organisational skills, and proactive approach will help maintain compliance, streamline processes, and support continuous improvement within the research office. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dedicated team that underpins vital research initiatives in a professional and supportive environment.

About You

You are a highly organised and proactive professional with strong administrative and communication skills, capable of supporting complex research and grant processes. Your attention to detail, ability to prioritise, and collaborative approach ensure efficient and accurate management of tasks in a dynamic environment.

• You have proven ability to work independently and as part of a team, resolving issues, meeting deadlines under pressure, and maintaining high attention to detail.
• You possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience liaising effectively across multidisciplinary teams and a variety of stakeholders.
• You are highly competent in Microsoft Office, data management tools, office administration processes, and managing information systems accurately.
• You bring knowledge and experience in grant-funded projects, research governance, financial administration, and compliance with relevant legislation and policies.

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we're shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia's largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it's expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that's driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories , our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

Benefit of Joining CALHN

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Salary Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Employee Recognition: Join a workplace where our people are celebrated through awards for innovation, collaboration, and outstanding contributions to health.
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

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CALHN Research HR Admin

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 28 November 2025

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

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Advertised: 13 Nov 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Applications close: 28 Nov 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time