Programmes Co-ordinator

Programmes Co-ordinator – Academy and Fellowship Programmes

Are you passionate about upskilling the healthcare workforce, building research capacity and improving treatment and care for people with a brain tumour?

Summary of the role and required skills

This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing non-profit health organisation delivering national transformational programmes, backed by the UK government, NHS and major cancer charities. We are looking for a highly organised, proactive and personable individual to support the delivery of the Tessa Jowell Academy and Fellowship Programmes.

The role will be dynamic and varied, working across complementary programmes. You will support the delivery of national training courses and professional networks through the Tessa Jowell Academy, alongside the delivery of the Tessa Jowell Fellowship Programme. The successful candidate will help build research awareness and capability across the neuro‑oncology workforce, support fellowship recruitment and help create opportunities for healthcare professionals to develop their careers.

The role is ideal for someone who enjoys project management, stakeholder engagement and education delivery. It offers the opportunity to work closely with NHS professionals, researchers, charities and professional organisations while developing programme management skills. Strong organisational, communication and relationship‑building skills are essential.

We are open to applications from graduates who can demonstrate motivation and evidence of building the skills and experience needed for this role through academic, voluntary or extracurricular activities.

About us

The Tessa Jowell Brain Cancer Mission (TJBCM) is a data‑driven non‑profit dedicated to improving treatment, care and research for brain cancer across the UK. Working with more than 1,500 healthcare professionals, government partners, charities and industry, we design and deliver national programmes that span NHS service improvement, workforce development, professional networking, research acceleration and clinical trial infrastructure.

Job Description

• Support delivery of the Tessa Jowell Medical and AHP Fellowship Programmes
• Support coordination of fellowship application, review and selection processes
• Assist with communications with applicants, reviewers and stakeholders
• Support coordination of application timelines, documentation and programme administration
• Support activities that build research awareness and capability across the neuro‑oncology workforce
• Coordinate Allied Health Professional (AHP) journal clubs and research‑focused network activities
• Support dissemination of fellowship outputs, research findings and examples of best practice
• Facilitate connections between clinicians, researchers and professional communities to strengthen the Fellowship pipeline

Tessa Jowell Academy (50%)

• Coordinate national professional networks across the Academy
• Organise network meetings and peer‑learning activities
• Build engagement and participation across Academy networks
• Support clinicians to share best practice, showcase innovations and present via webinars and network meetings
• Coordinate Academy education activities such as webinars, courses and training days
• Source venues and suppliers and support event planning and delivery for training days
• Coordinate speakers and trainers to support education delivery
• Manage delegate registration, communications and attendee support
• Maintain project trackers, file management, and risk assessments
• Support CPD submissions and accreditation requirements
• Coordinate evaluation and feedback using polls and meetings
• Collate and support analysis of participation, engagement and impact data for internal and external stakeholders reports
• Manage Academy communications, newsletters and stakeholder correspondence
• Maintain Academy resources and webpages on the TJ Academy WordPress platform

Person Specification

We are looking for an adaptive, organised and proactive Programme Assistant who will support the delivery of two complex professional development Programmes. The ideal candidate will be an excellent team player with strong project management, organisational and communication skills. They will enjoy bringing people together, coordinating stakeholders and supporting the delivery of high‑quality programmes.

Experience

• Experience coordinating events, training, educational activities or professional networks
• Experience working in health, education, or scientific environments
• Experience in executing small‑scale projects from inception to completion
• Experience managing projects involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
• Experience working with the NHS, healthcare organisations, charities or research organisations
• Experience supporting training or professional development programmes
• Experience coordinating webinars, conferences, courses or networking events

Skills

• Ability to manage a complex and multifaceted workload
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship‑building skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills
• Ability to present information appropriately and maintain a high level of accuracy and consistent attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative
• Confidence using Microsoft Office, Teams/Zoom and digital collaboration tools
• Experience with WordPress or similar platforms
• Experience managing online communities or professional networks
• Experience with communication and design tools like Mailchimp, Canva or similar

Knowledge

• BSc in biological or medical sciences, research and/or evidence of a strong background in public health
• MSc or PhD in biological, medical or social sciences with an interest in public health
• Knowledge of the NHS and healthcare roles

If you do not fit every requirement, we still encourage you to apply, noting any other experience relevant to the role. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

What we offer

• Flexible hours and working style: we offer both office space and the opportunity to work from home with an expected three office days a week
• Good holiday package with office closure over Christmas ensuring employees can make the most of their holiday days
• Excellent networking opportunities: within TJBCM, you will work with the teams of several leading cancer charities, senior clinicians and scientists from around the world, and professional organisations
• Dedicated on‑the‑job training and regular feedback on work
• Opportunities to develop and grow in your career: the TJBCM is an ambitious and growing company

Equal Opportunity and Diversity Statement

The Tessa Jowell Brain Cancer Mission is committed to achieving a working environment which provides equality of opportunity and freedom from unlawful discrimination on the grounds of race, sex, pregnancy and maternity, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, disability, religion or beliefs, age or sexual orientation. We work hard to remove unfair and discriminatory practices within the Mission and to encourage full contribution from its diverse community. The Mission is committed to actively opposing all forms of discrimination. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

Please note: TJBCM is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

Salary: £35,000 for 37.5 hours/week

Contract type: Full-time, 2-years fixed term

Location: Office is based in leafy Highbury, North London – hybrid working offered