At a Glance
- Tasks: Create engaging teaching materials on real-world policy challenges for future leaders.
- Company: Join the Blavatnik School of Government, a dynamic and collaborative environment in Oxford.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, wellbeing support, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Flexible role with potential for extension and a supportive team atmosphere.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by connecting academic theories to pressing public service challenges.
- Qualifications: Strong writing skills and research experience; teaching interest is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 47779 - 47779 £ per year.
Location: Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG
About the Blavatnik School of Government
Our vision is of a world better led, a world better served and a world better governed. We are a global school committed to improving the quality of government and public policymaking worldwide, through three routes: teaching current and future leaders; generating research with impact; and engaging with governments and practitioners.
What we offer
The School is a collaborative, friendly, and dynamic department based in an award-winning building in Oxford. We host regular events and talks with well-known guest speakers – all of which are open to staff. As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing, and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer. More information about working at the School can be found on our website.
About the role
The Blavatnik School of Government is seeking an exceptional writer and researcher to join the award-winning Case Centre on Public Leadership to develop interactive and immersive teaching materials based on real-world policy challenges. The Case Writer role is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the School’s mission by designing teaching materials that connect academic theories to the toughest challenges of public service, helping students develop their skills and knowledge for public leadership.
You will work closely with the Case Centre team, faculty, and public policy practitioners to turn real-world policy challenges into compelling cases, simulations, and other learning material on topics as varied as public spending decisions in Greece, civil service reform in Ghana, and the politics of fuel subsidies in Indonesia.
The work entails managing projects, conducting desk research, interviewing senior practitioners, writing compelling narratives, constructing exhibits, and designing effective interactive teaching sessions. You will have a varied workload, balancing months-long projects with other short-term activities and contributing to the administrative duties of the small team, such as disseminating teaching materials and supporting training workshops. This is a three-year post, with extension possible subject to funding.
About you
You will have excellent writing skills, with demonstrated experience of managing substantial writing projects from conception to dissemination. You will be able to conduct in-depth research independently, clearly communicate complex concepts to generalist audiences, and craft compelling and balanced narratives on a range of policy topics. You will have strong organisational and interpersonal skills, the ability to meet deadlines, and a strong eye for detail. Case-writing experience is an advantage but not necessary; the right candidate will be trained on the job. Additionally, experience (or an interest) in teaching and learning would be welcome.
Interviews will take place on Tuesday 20 October and will be in-person where possible. The closing date for applications is at 12 noon (UK time) on Monday, 28 September 2026. £39,424 to £47,779 per annum. Grade 7
Case Writer (Case Centre on Public Leadership) in Oxford employer: Independent
The Blavatnik School of Government offers a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative and dynamic environment in the heart of Oxford, where your contributions directly impact the quality of public leadership worldwide. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, the School provides a range of benefits and fosters a culture of continuous learning and professional development, making it an excellent employer for those passionate about public service and education.
