"Office Co-ordinator"

Office Co-ordinator

Oxford Department of International Development, Queen Elizabeth House, 3 Mansfield Road, Oxford OX1 3TB

The Oxford Department of International Development (ODID) is looking to recruit an experienced administrator to join our friendly and welcoming community as Office Co-ordinator. The post holder will be embedded into ODID’s culture and will be a catalyst for it, leading on a series of initiatives across the department. The successful candidate will also provide proactive administrative support and will have responsibility for a wide range of processes on behalf of the Head of Department and Head of Administration and Finance. The successful candidate will work collaboratively across the Department to ensure a smooth running of the processes, and will deal with a wide range of matters, including highly confidential and time sensitive, while demonstrating initiative, sound judgement, and professionalism. The role also includes the coordination of reception roles and acting as Departmental Safety Officer. The postholder will have a good general standard of education at A level or equivalent experience. They will have a strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft professional correspondence to a high standard of English. They will also a general understanding of Health and Safety requirements and willingness to learn about and expand on this area of expertise.

This is a mainly office‑based, full‑time post, and it is offered on a permanent basis.

At ODID we embrace and cherish our differences, and endeavour to be considerate and welcoming of all. You are most welcome at ODID, without the need to hide any part of who you are. We acknowledge societal inequalities and how these affect us, and those around us, personally and professionally. We hold an Athena Swan bronze award in recognition of our efforts to introduce organisational and cultural changes which promote equality, cherish diversity and create a better working environment for all. We are also taking active steps to promote race equality and reduce the risk of bias and discrimination. We work together to enrich, fortify and grow our community and dedicate our combined efforts to teaching and research to increase our impact and influence in development debates at the national and global level. We encourage all eligible candidates to apply for our vacancies and join us in pursuing our goals.

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. You will be required to upload a CV and supporting statement as part of your online application. Only applications received before 12 midday on Monday, 13 April 2026 can be considered.

Office Co-ordinator JD 185460

Pay Scale: STANDARD GRADE 5

Salary: £32,108-£37,338

Vacancy ID: 185460