Drh Project Manager - Vancouver, Canada - University of British Columbia

University of British Columbia
University of British Columbia
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Description
Staff - Non Union

Job Category

M&P - AAPS

Job Profile

AAPS Salaried - Research and Facilitation, Level B

Job Title

DRH Project Manager

Department

Administrative Support | Department of Philosophy

Compensation Range

$6, $8,724.25 CAD Monthly

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Posting End Date

December 16, 2023

Note:
Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.

Job End Date

May 31, 2024

Position is posted as a term contract until May 31, 2024 with the possibility of extension.


At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students.

Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Summary


To manage, implement, and administer the finances and organization strategies of a complex international research initiative, the Database of Religious History (DRH) and associated events and organizations.

The Project Manager is responsible for ensuring that the DRH is managed professionally, efficiently, and effectively in accordance with UBC policies, systems and guidelines, while respecting the requirements of its funders.

The Project Manager develops, implements and evaluates systems necessary to deliver on organizational priorities, and provides leadership in all aspects of financial planning, administration, and personnel management for team members and all funding sources.

He or she will also be responsible for managing the hiring and finances for existing and new DRH Postdocs, and also interface with DRH experts, RAs, and tech partners, while also helping with planning of DRH-related events.

Organizational Status

Reports to the DRH Director and Associate Director, and indirectly to the Philosophy Administrator. The position is housed in the Department of Philosophy.

Work Performed

  • Responsible for all procedural and administrative aspects of the project including monitoring of multiple budgets associated with multiple funding sources (each with distinct rules), totaling approximately $1,500,000 per year;
  • Oversees the transfer of funds between UBC and the various partner institutions (including technical partners), expert honoraria, editor stipends and reimbursement;
  • Develops and implements processes for the efficient administration, organization, and operation of the research project, including project proposals, protocols, priorities, work plans and timelines;
  • Facilitates communications between various project editors and experts;
  • Attends weekly meetings with Director and Associate Director, aimed at ensuring that projects are running smoothly, according to schedule, and the research objectives are met;
  • Identifies new research and evaluation funding opportunities that align with the project goals;
  • Develops RFPs for technical development work, interfaces with tech partners, monitors tech partner invoices and timesheets, ensures that technical partner work is on schedule and on budget;
  • Plans DRH and related events, DRH conference exhibits, and DRH workshops, overseeing budget, arranging payment to vendors, and processing reimbursements.
  • Manages and oversees the administrative process for the recruitment and appointment of postdoctoral fellows, research assistants, technicians, and support staff. Hires, trains and supervises students as necessary.
  • Participates in developing budget forecasts, managing and monitoring expenditures;
  • Procures and negotiates service contracts and invoices as needed;
  • Liaises with university units and funding sources to ensure compliance with agreements/contracts;
  • Prepares and writes complex financial reports to multiple agencies on a quarterly and annual basis;
  • Liaises with the VP Research Office and funders to resolve issues;
Consequence of Error/Judgement

Work is performed with mínimal direct oversight. The incumbent keeps the DRH Director and Associate Director informed through ongoing communication. Effective management of the project is important to maintain operational effectiveness.


Errors, incorrect work or decisions, or poor judgment could result in lost opportunities, damage to the reputation of the project or other serious impacts on the research project and future funding opportunities.

Supervision Received

Works independently with minimum supervision under the general direction of the Director and Associate Director in
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