Question 1

What are the key eligibility requirements for the Senior Grants Officer role?

Accepted Answer

Applicants must be educated to degree level or possess equivalent professional experience. Strong grants and contracts administration knowledge, ideally in higher education or research , plus financial administration skills are essential. Experience with Oracle or X5 systems is advantageous. See administration jobs for similar roles.

Question 2

How do I apply for the Senior Grants Officer position at Oxford?

Accepted Answer

Applications must be made online before 12 midday on 15 June 2026 . Upload a supporting statement and CV only. The statement must address each selection criterion with examples. Quote reference 186631 . Interviews begin week of 29 June 2026 .

Question 3

What responsibilities does the Senior Grants Officer role involve?

Accepted Answer

The role covers both pre-award (grant preparation, costing, compliance) and post-award activities (financial oversight, expenditure monitoring, audits, reporting). You will work with academics, funders and research teams across a complex portfolio. Explore higher-ed admin jobs .

Question 4

Is this Senior Grants Officer post open to internal secondments?

Accepted Answer

Yes, secondment opportunities for internal applicants will be considered. The position is a maternity cover fixed-term contract until 31 December 2027, offered full-time and funded by the department.

Question 5

What skills and experience are most valued for this grants role?

Accepted Answer

Excellent organisational, analytical and communication skills are essential. You must interpret financial policies accurately and manage competing priorities. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a busy team are key. Higher-ed career advice can help prepare your application.

Senior Grants Officer

University of Oxford

NDM Operations, Grant Management Team, based at the Li Ka Shing Centre for Health Information and Discovery, Old Road Campus, Heading, Oxford, OX3 7LF

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