National Centre Project Administrator

About The University

Swansea University is a research-led university that has been making a difference since 1920. The University community thrives on exploration and discovery and offers the right balance of excellent teaching and research, matched by an enviable quality of life.

Our stunning waterfront campuses and multicultural community make us a desirable workplace for colleagues from around the world. Our reward and benefits, and ways of working enable those who join us to have enriching careers, matched by an excellent work-life balance.

About The Role

Join a leading mental health research team that has secured over £40M in joint funding over the last five years. Led by Professor Ann John, the team focuses on child and adolescent mental health and suicide and self-harm prevention. Professor Ann John is the Director of the newly awarded National Centre for Suicide and Self-Harm Prevention (NCSSHP), Chair of the National Advisory Group on Suicide and Self-Harm Prevention to the Welsh Government, a member of SAGE, a Trustee of The Samaritans, and Co-Director of DATAMIND, the Health Data Research UK Hub for Mental Health.

The NCSSHP, led by Swansea University in collaboration with Cardiff University, the University of South Wales, and The Samaritans, will revolutionise suicide and self-harm prevention by translating cutting-edge research into real-world impact. With a cross-government and cross-sectoral focus, the Centre will drive innovative research, foster collaboration across disciplines, and build research capacity to develop evidence-based strategies for suicide and self-harm prevention.

We are looking for a Project Administrator to play a vital role in the NCSSHP. You will work closely with the Project Manager and Communications & Engagement Officer to ensure the project meets its objectives. You’ll assist with preparing project reports, handling correspondence, and managing communications with internal and external stakeholders. You will also respond to inquiries efficiently and support the team in keeping the project on track with its timelines and budgets. We are seeking someone with experience in project coordination, strong communication and organizational skills, and a passion for making a positive impact. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a project that will drive innovative research, foster collaboration across disciplines, and build research capacity to develop evidence-based strategies for suicide and self-harm prevention.

If you’re ready to make a difference and grow professionally, we encourage you to apply today!

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity in all its practices and activities. We aim to establish an inclusive environment and welcome diverse applications from the following protected characteristics: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation.

As an inclusive and welcoming workplace, we value people for their skills regardless of their background. Applications are welcome in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English.

Welsh Language Skills

The Welsh language level required for this role is Level 1 - A little. The role holder will be able to pronounce Welsh words, answer the phone in Welsh (good morning/afternoon) and use very basic everyday words and phrases (thank you, please etc.). Level 1 can be reached by completing a 1 hour course.

The University is a proud bilingual institution, our Welsh Language Strategy outlines our aspiration to promote the language and enable our staff to engage with the language as an additional workplace skill and as a gateway to new cultural and social opportunities. Applications are welcome in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English. Welsh speakers have the right to an interview in Welsh. Applicants for a role where Welsh skills are essential are expected to present their application in Welsh and will be interviewed in Welsh, if shortlisted.

Additional Information

Applications for this role will take the format of a CV submission and cover letter.

To apply for the posts please click on the link: www.swansea.ac.uk/jobs. You will be asked to complete an online application providing evidence against the essential criteria in the recruitment documentation (please cite criteria numbers 1 to 21 when proving evidence). Applicants should also attach to the application their Curriculum Vitae and Publication List.

Interviews will take place the week commencing 7th April.

Share Download Job Description Print this page Back to list