IMPACT Networks Administrator

Contract Type: Fixed-term until 31 December 2027 Summary: Do you have experience working as an administrator supporting activities that make a real impact? Are you looking for an exciting position within a UK-wide team, with the opportunity to build on knowledge from different types of research, lived experience and practice knowledge? If this sounds like you, we have a new opportunity in IMPACT, the adult social care implementation centre. We’re looking for someone who can provide high quality administrative, financial and communications support to one of IMPACT’s delivery models: IMPACT Networks. This is an exciting opportunity to engage with people and organisations across the adult social care sector, and would be suited to a candidate with good organisational skills, expertise in relationship building and communicating with a variety of audiences. You’ll need previous experience of working in a support role within a higher education or public sector context; the ability to organise in-person, hybrid and online events; excellent communication skills; and you'll have the skills to work effectively as part of a team and independently. IMPACT (‘Improving Adult Care Together’) is a UK-wide centre for implementing evidence in adult social care, funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), part of UK Research and Innovation, and the Health Foundation. You’ll be based at the University of Sheffield but working with people across the UK. We are committed to exploring flexible working opportunities which benefit the individual and University. What We Offer: 38 days annual leave (including closure days and Bank Holidays), with the possibility to purchase up to ten additional days. Up to 5 days of paid time off to cover emergency caring responsibilities. A commitment to work life balance including, flexible working opportunities and hybrid working where possible. A highly competitive pension scheme. Discounts at participating shops and cinemas, and a cycle to work scheme. A commitment to your development, with programmes, learning modules and mentoring schemes. An inclusive and diverse workplace. A commitment to your wellbeing, with confidential emotional support, support for those going through the menopause, experiencing fertility treatment and having a baby, paid leave for IVF treatment and more. Further information can be found at https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience. Apply now by clicking on the Apply button located at the top of your screen