KTP Administrator in Portsmouth

The University is committed to delivering globally recognised research and innovation solutions that improve society. The Department for Research and Innovation (DRI) is central to enabling this through the provision of specialist professional services. Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP) is a flagship governmental funding scheme and growth forms a central element of the university approach to research and innovation. The University of Portsmouth has strategic ambitions to grow and expand our KTP portfolio. The KTP Team leads activities across the institution, providing expertise and knowledge, supporting academic colleagues and senior leaders to grow the income and graduate employment opportunities and deliver the university Research and Innovation strategy.

The KTP Administrator provides vital administrative support to enable the successful delivery of KTP projects within the university. This includes managing the end-to-end coordination of KTP activities, maintaining accurate project records, supporting communications and stakeholder engagement, organising events, and ensuring compliance with university and funder requirements. The role acts as a key contact point for internal and external partners and stakeholders and also contributes to marketing and promotion of KTP opportunities and supports continuous improvement of administrative processes to enhance service delivery.

This role is central to the university’s research and innovation strategy, supporting all KTP related activities across the university

Whilst there is a need to be in Portsmouth a few days a week, hybrid working is available for this role.

The interviews are currently anticipated to be held on week commencing 12 January 2025

If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Sandra Johnson at ktp@port.ac.uk

Employer, External Only: University of Portsmouth Academic Services Ltd (UASL)

Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:

• Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
• Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
• Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
• Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Staff wellbeing programmes.
• Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
• Discounted learning.
• Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.
• The perks don’t stop there – click ‘apply’ for further information on My Reward and Benefits

UKVI Statement

Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.

ED&I Statement:

We are strongly dedicated to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) within our community. As an Athena SWAN and Race Equality Charter award holder, a member of Stonewall and a Disability Confident Employer we are passionate about creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, regardless of your background. We welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills, perspectives and experiences. In addition, we want our workforce to be representative of our diverse student population. Please see our EDI Framework and objectives.

Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.