Senior Programme Officer Band: Equivalent NHS Band 5 Duration: Initial contract to end of March 2027 Location: Hybrid working arrangement (Up to 80% remote working) Hours: 37.5 hours per week This organisation is a major public sector funder and supporter of health and care research, with a mission to improve health outcomes through: Funding, supporting and delivering high-quality research Engaging patients, carers and the public to maximise research impact Attracting and developing talented researchers Investing in research infrastructure and workforce development Working collaboratively with public, charitable and industry partners The department leads academic training, professional development and workforce strategy programmes. The team is responsible for policy development, strategic planning and programme delivery.The Senior Programme Officer plays a key role in supporting the effective delivery of training, development and fellowship programmes. You will: Support Programme Managers and Senior Programme Managers in delivering training schemes and fellowship programmes Contribute to the oversight and management of funding streams Work collaboratively with colleagues and provide supervision to administrative staff Deliver a range of programmes, workshops, meetings and conferences Support wider organisational objectives and activities as required Essential Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills Ability to analyse, interpret and present complex information Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience of financial administration, budget management and contract processes Proven ability to plan, prioritise and manage multiple complex workloads Understanding of academic, research or public sector environments Awareness of government policy and strategy relating to research and innovation Desirable Experience working within international or globally funded programmes Experience within healthcare, education, research or public sector organisations Understanding of workforce development and capacity building Knowledge of research programme management and administration Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Project Support in Leeds employer: Hays Technology
Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and collaboration, offering a remote working environment that promotes work-life balance. As a Service Readiness Manager, you'll benefit from competitive daily rates and the opportunity to engage with diverse teams, enhancing your professional growth while ensuring the successful deployment of critical services. Our supportive culture prioritises employee development and provides a platform for meaningful contributions to impactful projects.
