Research Institute Support Officer - Admin & Enquiries

Sainthelena; Jamestown (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The St Helena Research Institute is seeking a Support Officer to join its team on St Helena. You will manage a comprehensive database for local and offshore research applications and handle administrative duties for researchers and SHRI.

You will respond to enquiries within three days, maintain an enquiry log, and provide practical advice to researchers, guiding them to approved research on St Helena or to the appropriate contacts.

Responsibilities

• Manage a comprehensive database for local and offshore research applications.
• Handle the administration process and duties for researchers and SHRI.
• Respond to enquiries within three days of receipt of emails.
• Maintain an enquiry log for the Research Institute.
• Provide practical advice and guidance to researchers enquiring about and delivering approved research on St Helena or direct them to others who can help.
• Advise potential researchers of suitable dates for visiting the island and refer them to the relevant specialists.

Job description

The St Helena Research Institute is seeking a Support Officer to join its team on St Helena. You will manage a comprehensive database for local and offshore research applications and handle administrative duties for researchers and SHRI.

You will respond to enquiries within three days, maintain an enquiry log, and provide practical advice to researchers, guiding them to approved research on St Helena or to the appropriate contacts.