Manager, Research Capability Development

Overview:

RMIT University Commitment 

RMIT is committed to the rights of students and staff to be safe, respected, valued, and treated as an equal in their place of study and work.  All staff are expected to share this commitment and contribute to a safer community. While carrying out their role, staff are in a position of trust with students.  Staff have a duty of care to report wellbeing concerns about students through the designated channels and uphold to the code of conduct. RMIT Vietnam expects all staff members to comply with its Code of Conduct, policies and procedures, which relate to legal and regulatory requirements and our ways of working. 

Why RMIT University Vietnam? 

RMIT Vietnam is committed to excellence, innovation, and social responsibility. We welcome applications from qualified and passionate individuals who share our values and vision. RMIT University has a global reputation and ranks 140th globally and 11th in Australia in QS World University Rankings 2024. To learn more about our rankings, please check out our latest facts and figures here Reputation and rankings - RMIT University 

Rewards and Benefits: 

• Highly competitive VND salary (plus allowances) for local candidates or attractive USD salary package (plus benefits) for expatriate candidates depending on proven track record in meeting all the key selection criteria.
• Expatriate candidates: Relocation allowance and flights for dependents.  School tuition support of up to US$20,000 per child annually, up to 2 children per family; private health insurance coverage for staff and family; annual health check-up; Work Permit for staff, Visa and temporary resident cards for family members
• Local candidates: 13th month Tet bonus + private medical insurance (for you and your dependents) + annual health check
• Generous annual leave, career leave and public holidays (Christmas and Tet Holidays) 
• Private health insurance and wellness programs 
• Professional development and career advancement 
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources 
• A vibrant and diverse campus life and more! 

RMIT Vietnam has been honoured with the respectable HR Asia Award as Top Employer To Work For in Asia. To find out more about RMIT Vietnam and our current vacancies, please visit our website: https://www.rmit.edu.vn/careers 

Research and Innovation Portfolio

RMIT’s Research and Innovation Portfolio supports researchers to help shape the world. The portfolio has an engaged, energetic, talented and collaborative team focused on enabling excellent research and innovation outcomes. With a global presence, community and industry connections, we support cutting-edge research and careers that make a positive impact on communities. The Research and Innovation Portfolio supports researchers and graduate researchers with research partnerships, grants and research contracts, funding opportunities, capability development, research training, ethics and integrity, intellectual property, commercialisation, internships, communication and profile.

Position summary

The Manager, Research Capability Development is responsible for managing initiatives at RMIT Vietnam that support the development of a research culture, in alignment with RMIT's strategic objectives and user demand. Capability development includes workshops, trainings, seminars, and the management of the RMIT Vietnam Illuminate Fellowships.

The Manager, RCD manages the development and delivery of capability development offerings, and provides strategic analysis and advice on programs and initiatives to support capability uplift and achievement of strategic goals in accordance with close consultation across the schools and university leadership. This includes plans for an RMIT Vietnam Research Forum which will engage researchers across the university, with their external partners, to showcase research capability across RMIT. The Manager will collaborate with teams across ORI and RMIT Vietnam to manage the delivery of this initiative.

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Our requirements

• Minimally requires a Masters degree, preferably a PhD holder.
• Experience in developing and delivering professional development programs.
• Extensive experience in developing and maintaining stakeholder relationships and achieving outcomes through collaboration, negotiation and influence. Right attitude to be a team player and a team leader.
• Proven skills in project management with the ability to develop, plan and implement and monitor multiple projects simultaneously, to a high quality, on time.
• Demonstrated strong people leadership skills, including capacity to lead and manage change in a challenging and dynamic environment.
• Human-centred design mindset, with a focus on delivering high-quality results for the needs associated with all stakeholders and end-users (internal or external).
• Demonstrated ability to independently analyse and interpret a wide range of information (including financial information).
• Previous experience in a University environment and experience working with researchers is preferred.
• Demonstrated history of behaviour aligned to the RMIT values and professional capability framework.

Further information 

The role located is Ho Chi Minh city Vietnam, is open for both local and expatriate candidates.

Work Permit: All foreign employees must adhere to the requirements for obtaining a valid visa and work permit in Vietnam. These requirements are mandated by the Government and may be over and above the mandatory requirements and key selection criteria. Work permit requirements are subject to change.  RMIT Vietnam accepts zero tolerance to non-adherence of the immigration laws of Vietnam.

English Proficiency: English is the language of teaching and communication at RMIT Vietnam. For this role, the minimum requirement is IELTS (General) with a score of at least 7.5 with no band less than 6.5.  

Information pack - Foreign academic candidates

How to apply

Please click on the 'Apply Now' button. When submitting your application, please include the following documents:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae/Resume
• Qualifications
• Passport

Applications Close:

12th 5 2024 11.59 pm

RMIT University Vietnam (RMIT Vietnam) is a campus of RMIT University. RMIT Vietnam is creating an innovative research, teaching and learning culture. We are committed to providing internationally recognised high-quality education and professional training for our students, clients and members of the community.  As an internationally recognised Australian university based in Asia, RMIT Vietnam is assisting in the development of human resources capability in Vietnam and the region.

https://www.rmit.edu.vn/about-us