Job Title: Executive Assistant EPIC Futures NI Department: Management, Leadership and Marketing Campus: Belfast Salary: £28,381 - £31,654 pro rata per annum Duration: Fixed-Term until 31st October 2026 / Part-time 0.57 FTE, 3 days per week Closing Date: 29th April 2025 at 23:30 Reference Number: 035286 - ABOUT US - We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social and cultural development of Northern Ireland. Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation and technology and knowledge transfer. - THE ROLE - The post holder will provide a comprehensive and professional support service to the EPIC Futures NI team. EPIC Futures NI is a £4.8million Local Policy Innovation Partnership (LPIP) hub, led by Ulster University and funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC), and Innovate UK and UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). EPIC Futures is dedicated to creating a prosperous and sustainable future for Northern Ireland. With a 'place-based' focus, the partnership brings together academia, policymakers, business, community, and voluntary sectors to tackle challenges unique to the place. Together, we aim to create evidence-based solutions to fair and inclusive employment across Northern Ireland. We may create a 12-month waiting list for the same or similar roles within the Department / Faculty. The University reserves the right to extend the waiting list across the University if required for certain posts. - ABOUT YOU - The postholder will be required to have: - A good standard of numeracy and literacy evidenced by qualification or work-related activities. - Experience of supporting at least one of the following areas within a higher education / public sector (or similar) context: grants and claims administration; quality assurance; academic audits; inspection by accrediting bodies; research activity. - Experience of organising events and making travel and related arrangements. Please find our employee benefits on our website. Athena Swan Statement Ulster University holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing gender equality in higher education, read more on our website. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family friendly working environment, including flexible working. The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.