Operations & Projects Coordinator - Audit, Risk & Compliance

Center for Public Partnerships & Research; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Center for Public Partnerships & Research within the University of Kansas seeks an OARC Business Coordinator to provide operational and project coordination support for OARC programs and initiatives, developing tracking systems and documentation, managing communications, and supporting financial and administrative processes.

The role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and two years of experience in business operations, project coordination, administrative management, finance, higher education administration, or related field.
• Experience coordinating multiple projects, tasks, or operational activities and maintaining accurate, detailed records.
• Experience working collaboratively with team members and stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, as demonstrated by application materials and previous work experience.
• Experience using Microsoft Office or Microsoft 365 applications and electronic collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices, payment requests, reimbursements, and other financial transactions in accordance with university procedures.
• In coordination with Insurance & Risk Management, submit invoices for insurance premiums, process claim payments, create invoices for premium recovery, and maintain supporting records.
• Assist with procurement activities, vendor coordination, and purchasing processes.
• Monitor and maintain office technology, equipment, software licenses, and inventory records.
• Coordinate departmental recordkeeping and ensure business documents are maintained in accordance with university requirements.
• Maintain departmental inboxes and coordinate responses, referrals, and follow‑up activities.
• Work with highly sensitive and confidential information.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

SharePoint

Job description

Center for Public Partnerships & Research within the University of Kansas seeks an OARC Business Coordinator to provide operational and project coordination support for OARC programs and initiatives, developing tracking systems and documentation, managing communications, and supporting financial and administrative processes.

The role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment.