Job Description

Where We’re Located

As a fully-remote organization serving researchers everywhere, ORCID is able to hire talented individuals all over the globe, and we aim to have our people located in the communities that we serve. Because of this role's focus, preference will be given to applicants based in the Global South, particularly in Africa or South Asia.

We currently employ staff in the following countries, however we welcome applicants from all locations, even if not listed here:

• Canada
• Costa Rica
• Hungary
• Lithuania
• Mexico
• Netherlands
• Portugal
• South Africa
• Spain
• Taiwan
• UK
• USA

The Role

ORCID is seeking a Grant Program Officer / Engagement Lead for our newly developed Global Participation Program, which aims to improve equity of participation in ORCID in currently underrepresented regions, especially the Global South.

If you like to foster teamwork and genuine collaboration, are self-motivated, organized, dedicated, and enjoy the mission-driven environment of a fast-paced maturing non-profit organization, this could be the job for you.  

The position will be part of ORCID's Engagement team, reporting to the Director of Engagement. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the advancement of research and scholarship around the world, an established network of relationships with the research community in areas of the Global South, and prior experience managing a competitive grant program.

Responsibilities

• Grant Program Management. Oversee the grant programs to be established under our new Global Participation Fund, including logistical and administrative support of fund operational processes; receipt and triage of grant proposals; facilitation of grant advisory and review committees; oversight of grantee reporting; fund performance evaluation & reporting; and sponsor/donor engagement.

• Grantee Engagement. Build trust and participation among fund participants to maximize grant outcomes by: scheduling & facilitating periodic gatherings for grantees; facilitating connections between and among grantees and the wider ORCID community; connecting grantees with ORCID programs, materials, and other resources; and transitioning grantees into ORCID's regular community structures at the end of the grant period.

• New consortia development: Foster and develop ORCID Communities of Practice in lower income countries that are eligible for our new Membership Equity Program, leading to the formation of new ORCID Consortia, collaborating with the broader ORCID engagement team where needed.

• Member engagement and support. Collaborate with your Consortium Leads to further ORCID’s mission and grow membership and adoption in currently underrepresented regions whilst ensuring member satisfaction and value; assist in defining and executing events and other outreach initiatives; and coordinate and execute member support requests together with the member- and user support groups.

• Engagement Team Participation. Assist in defining and executing ORCID's Engagement strategy to ensure goals are achieved in line with ORCID’s overall strategic expectations while fostering our core values.

• “One ORCID team”. Within Engagement and throughout ORCID, cooperate with- and inform your fellow colleagues to foster transparency and collaboration, and ensure the best outcome for ORCID and our wider community.

Requirements and Qualifications

• 3+ plus years experience working with the research and scholarly communities in the Global South
• Prior experience running a competitive grant program
• Experience in setting up, coordinating and managing strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
• Working knowledge of open research infrastructure and persistent IDs (PIDs) (preferred)
• Experience working in a multicultural, virtual team environment
• Excellent relationship building, communication, presentation, and collaboration skills
• Ability to handle multiple demands and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment without losing oversight
• Fluency in English plus at least one additional language
• Ability to travel based upon business needs (less than 25%)

To Apply: Please apply via the link provided in the company website field and NOT via email, including a resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, please tell us your favorite animal (and why it's your favorite). ORCID encourages applicants who meet some, but not all of the requirements and qualifications, to apply.

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