Research and Grants Coordinator

The Oxford Department of International Development (ODID) is seeking a Research and Grants Coordinator to join its Research and Grants Team. The post holder will primarily provide administrative support for research to the Research and Grants Manager, who line-manages this role, while also working closely with the Post-Award Officer.

This is a varied role, primarily to support the preparation and submission of bids to a wide range of funders, working to strict deadlines. The post holder will circulate call opportunities, maintaining an accessible record on the Department’s intranet.

Whilst some experience in research support is preferable, the role will provide an excellent training opportunity for an administrator with transferrable skills interested in a career in research administration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Research and Grants Manager in the timely preparation and distribution of communications detailing upcoming funding opportunities, call guidance, deadlines, and application processes

• Be familiar and keep up to date with funding opportunities and funders’ terms & conditions and be able to advise members of the department on simple funding schemes

• Support both pre- and post-award processes for small and straightforward grants, including fellowships and Oxford University funding schemes such as John Fell Fund, knowledge exchange grants and the Higher Studies Fund

This role is full time and Fixed Term for two years initially

The successful candidate will be educated to GCSE (grade A-C) level in English and Maths, or equivalent work experience They will also have experience of working with budgets or evidence of numeracy skills; including ability to summarise, analyse and understand financial data, with the ability to identify anomalies. Exceptional tact and diplomacy, along with strong communication skills (both written and oral), are essential.

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 Tuesday, 23 June 2026 can be considered.