A rare opportunity to devote your research and programme management expertise to one of the key challenges in the UK energy system: how to ensure that no one is left behind in the transition to net zero.

This new senior role will help develop the capabilities and performance of our Research & Analysis Team and take the lead on our ground-breaking Smart and Fair? programme.

This is a new role at CSE. Its creation has been stimulated by the impending departure of one of our senior researchers alongside a recognition of the need to adopt a more programmatic approach to our research work. It also reflects a shift in how the Research and Analysis team is led and managed. The Head of Research Programmes is one of three senior roles in the team (alongside the Head of Research Operations and the Director of Research and Analysis) that will jointly play a significant role in oversight of the team’s work and performance and in the future development of the team’s capabilities and activities. The role will work across the Research and Analysis team but with a particular focus on leading our Smart and Fair? programme. This is a ground-breaking initiative addressing how to ensure that no one is left behind in the transition to a smarter net zero energy system. Initiated by CSE in June 2019 and involving extensive engagement with expert stakeholders, we reported on the findings and recommendations from its first phase in October 2020. In developing Phase 2, what was effectively a single research project has developed into a more significant programme of work, consisting several different projects for which funding has been secured and a number of identified initiatives for which funding is being actively sought. 

We particularly welcome applications from the Black, Asian and minority ethnic and disabled communities, as they are under-represented at CSE. Appointment will always, however, be made on merit and judged against the job description and person specification. And we are pleased to be signed up to the Disability Confident scheme.

Location: London office or Chesterfield Office
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Salary: £45,250 per annum (London), £42,250 per annum (Chesterfield)
Benefits: Read more about what we offer on our website
Contract type: Permanent
Travel: Some travel between our London and Chesterfield offices
Closing date: Monday 6 December 2021

Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and we welcome candidates from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. We want our employees, volunteers and trustees to represent the broad diversity of the communities of which we are a part.

Summary

We are looking for a talented impact specialist who can take a creative and proactive approach to seeking out, and telling the story of our research, through data.

We will be promoting our research strategy from mid-November. This is our framework for our investments and activity from 2022 to 2026. The Research Impact Manager will play a key role in developing the evaluation framework, data pipeline and stakeholder communication around the strategy. We are looking for someone with drive, experience and passion for research impact - and who can lead in embedding this new programme of work.

About the role

Research is one of the central pillars of charitable activity at Versus Arthritis along with providing support & services and demanding more for people with arthritis through campaigning activity. Information about our funded research and how it improves the lives of people with arthritis is used widely throughout our organisation and evidence from research underpins our fundraising, campaigning, patient information, media, and marketing activities. The Research Impact Manager is a pivotal role that helps to evaluate, quantify and communicate our research impact both internally and externally. This role sits within the Recognition, Brand and Activation directorate but in reality works collaboratively with teams right across the organisation, as well as external organisations focussed on research impact. As such, this is both a varied and challenging role requiring someone both literate and numerate with amazing communication skills.

Key requirements

• Evaluation and impact measurement skills, with evidence of experience and success in this area.
• Experience and skills using statistical analysis methods and tools including Excel.
• Experience of communicating complex information and data to non-specialist audiences.
• Experience of leading and managing projects from scoping to delivery.

How to apply

To apply you MUST submit:

1. a concise, up-to-date CV
2. along with a completed supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the key requirements set out in the job description and person specification for the Research Impact Manager role.

Email your completed application by Monday 6 December 2021.

We advise candidates to apply early as we reserve the right to close applications ahead of this date. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Interviews

Interviews expected: 14 and 15 December 2021, in London office or by Microsoft Teams
Second interviews (only if necessary) expected: 20 December 2021

About us

There are 18.8 million people living with a musculoskeletal (MSK) condition like arthritis in the UK. Arthritis causes pain, fatigue and isolation for more than 10 million of those people every single day. It can impact on the ability to work, our relationships and take away our independence. We don't accept this.

Versus Arthritis exists to push back against arthritis stealing people's lives. We challenge the most common misconceptions about arthritis: that it is inevitable, only affects older people, or that it's 'just a bit of arthritis'. People with arthritis have a fundamental right to live independent and rich lives, whatever their age and their circumstances. We won't stop researching, campaigning and supporting them until we've achieved this for everyone.

Join us and use your skills, knowledge, passion and energy to help us defy arthritis.

Read more about what we do, working for us and what we offer on our website.

Happy to Talk Flexible Working

Promoting and supporting diversity in the workplace.

Versus Arthritis is a Registered Charity No: 207711 and in Scotland No. SC041156

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

Do you have experience in research for real world impact on issues of economic, social, and environmental justice?

Do you want to be part of rethinking and shifting power in research that has radical impact?

If the answer is yes, then we would like to hear from you.

The Role

Oxfam Great Britain is looking for a Head of Research. This role will provide conceptual and technical leadership in defining and implementing formative quantitative and qualitative research on OGB strategic priorities: the care economy, climate justice and the triple nexus (rights, resilience, response). It involves researching in novel ways to: (1) make problems visible, (2) understand solutions, and (3) know how to change systems, as well as ensuring that these insights influence our influencing and grounded work. The role involves managing a team of researchers and working in collaboration with Oxfam’s global research network.

What we are looking for

Our next Head of Research will have at least ten years of experience with developing and delivering formative quantitative and qualitative research on OGB priority areas (the care economy, climate justice and/or, ideally, rights/resilience/response in fragile and conflict-affected contexts). You will be an inspiring manager for a dispersed team of up to 6 people, working with university partnerships and across the confederation. You show deep commitment to and experience with decolonial, safe, anti-racist, intersectional feminist and partner led research. You have excellent communication skills and a high level of analytical and strategic thinking.

We offer

This role will give you an opportunity to undertake research that captures the attention globally on key issues of our time, presented in fresh ways and influencing policy and programming. You will be able to innovate methodologically, and work across geographies and organisations with passionate colleagues. You will be able to model research that supports power shifts away from mainstream voices and approaches. Research in support of Oxfam’s work in fragile and conflict-affected contexts is a particular priority.

Flexfam

We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you. We think this role would work particularly well as a partially home-based role or job share.

Our values and commitment to safeguarding

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation. 

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

How to apply

As part of your online application, please upload your up-to-date CV and respond to three key questions related to your experience: 

1. Why do you think you are suitable for this role?
2. What are the frontiers in terms of research questions that have radical impact?
3. What do you think power shifts could look like in research?

About us

Oxfam is a global community who believe poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers, women’s right activists, marathon runners, aid workers, coffee farmers, street fundraisers, goat herders, policy experts, campaigners, water engineers and more. And we won’t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good.

Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 21 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries. 

A thriving diverse Oxfam: 

It’s people power that brings about change. To play our part as a global organisation working to overcome poverty and inequality, we need equality, diversity and inclusion across our community of staff, partners and volunteers. Together, we’re committed to becoming a more diverse workforce, better able to tackle the global challenges that face our world today. 

To do that:

• We need to dismantle the unequal power structures that exist everywhere, this including Oxfam and the wider development and charity sectors.
• We need an inclusive Oxfam where everyone can bring who they are to our work and feels celebrated for the differences they bring.
• We want and need everyone, and that means we need you.

In response to Covid-19 if you are offered a role where you are required to travel between countries please ensure you have been briefed by the Hiring Manager about any changes to working or precautions you should take as part of your role.

We have an exciting opportunity for someone with excellent communication skills to join the staff of a social enterprise on an NHS-funded advice project now in its seventh year. The core function of this role is to be the public-facing first point of contact for callers to the advice service, offering tier one information and supporting the tier two specialist advice team. With big plans for the future, we want you to be part of a strong team committed to delivering excellence and achieving success in line with our commercial and social objectives.

You will be an excellent communicator with good interpersonal skills and experience of working in a client-facing information, advice or administration role. A proven ability to provide clear and coherent information via the telephone in a way that is accessible to a broad client base is essential.

The successful candidate will be able to establish a good rapport with clients and stakeholders in a professional and caring manner, upholding brand values.

In return, you can look forward to working with a small but highly-skilled and dynamic team, and having influence over the future strategic direction of the company. We also offer a competitive salary with performance-related bonus and an excellent benefits package. The nature of this role demands complete confidentiality and flexibility with regard to the needs of the business and its clients. This is a salaried role and some unsocial hours may be expected.

MAIN DUTIES:

1. To be the public-facing first point of contact to health and social care service users in England, providing information about the NHS Continuing Healthcare assessment and appeal process, as part of an established national specialist continuing healthcare information and advice service, with a great reputation.
2. Main duties to include being part of the tier one team, who are the first point of contact for new client enquiries (telephone and email), responding to messages from new clients, asking relevant questions to determine the type of enquiry, providing accurate tier one technical information about the NHS continuing healthcare framework and criteria, and scheduling tier two advice sessions. Note that this is primarily a telephone advice role within a very busy service and that many callers will present with strong emotions.
3. To provide tier one information about the assessment and dispute processes to our clients tailored to their specific situation and needs from a good working knowledge of the national guidance and assessment framework.
4. To keep informed of issues, policies and guidance affecting clients ensuring that the information provided is relevant, current, complete and accurate.
5. To respond to new referrals by making prompt initial contact with the client following referral from a Clinical Commissioning Group, stakeholder or private enquirer, within appropriate timescales.
6. To provide administrative support to the Information and Advice team and Managing Director.
7. Keep operating procedures under review to identify areas of potential development and / or improvement and make recommendations.
8. To meet and greet clients and visitors to the offices.
9. To research topics relevant to continuing healthcare as directed, preparing clear and concise summary reports.
10. Responsible for maintaining online client management and filing systems.
11. Work closely and efficiently with representatives and partners from NHS England and referring Clinical Commissioning Groups so as to provide a quality and cost-effective service, and to minimise stress for the client.
12. To work with partner organisations and stakeholders to share knowledge, make appropriate referrals, maintain consistency and draw upon each other’s expertise, always striving to improve the quality of both services and provide a better customer experience.
13. To keep relevant and sufficiently detailed case records following each client contact, ensuring that all client information is kept up to date in line with Beacon’s systems and procedures, including data protection (GDPR) policies. 
14. To work cooperatively with Beacon’s private casework team so as to provide clear, transparent and appropriate information to clients about Beacon’s casework services in line with company procedures. 
15. To uphold organisational values, promoting Beacon’s social goals through each area of your work.
16. Attending line management, supervision and team meetings as appropriate and to play a full part in the development and success of Beacon.
17. Archiving
18. Provide organisational and administrative support to advisers and caseworkers as required.

This post may be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Baring Service check or equivalent.

STAFF BENEFITS: Pension Scheme, Generous Annual Leave Entitlement, Death in Service Benefit 4x salary, Flexible Working, Health & Dental Care Plan, Professional Development Plan, Employee Rewards Scheme (Perkbox) and Performance-Related Bonus.

Background Information

NHS Continuing Healthcare is the name given to a package of health care that some people need to receive as a result of a disability, accident or illness. Individuals who are assessed as eligible for NHS Continuing Healthcare will have the full cost of their care and accommodation funded by the NHS.

The criteria for determining eligibility are highly complex and can be very difficult to understand because they care based upon case law and often poorly-understood legal tests rather than primary legislation.  Our experience has shown that there is a lot of confusion surrounding continuing healthcare because of the complex nature of the criteria, as well as lengthy and detailed assessment processes.  Likewise, the appeal process can be very daunting and perplexing to individuals who do not know what to expect.

Over the past 17 years, Age UK Oxfordshire has provided a free advice, support, advocacy and active casework service to individuals in the South of England going through the assessment or appeal process.  In that time they have worked with over 7,500 families and won over 70% of appeals, establishing a national reputation for quality advice and casework within continuing healthcare professional circles.

Beacon is the trading name of Ethical Legal Services Ltd, a company which has evolved from Age UK Oxfordshire’s original continuing healthcare project. Beacon utilises the extensive experience of its casework team to fill both a commercial gap and a social need in the national support market for continuing healthcare.  Beacon aims to ensure that individuals receive a fair, accurate & comprehensive assessment of need, being empowered to make informed appeal choices. Beacon is a social enterprise, producing operating surpluses which are donated to charity to support vital services for older people.

Beacon operates an ethical business model which places the client at the heart of the process and aims to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients through robust and non-confrontational engagement with CCGs. Our team of advisers and caseworkers have established a strong reputation for their thorough understanding of the eligibility criteria and key principles, combining excellent client engagement with high-quality case representation. In seven years we have supported over 30,000 people and achieved a consistently high quality score from our clients.

The Project

For the past seven years Beacon has been commissioned by NHS England to deliver the first national specialist NHS Continuing Healthcare information and advice service. The service delivers in two specific areas:

• Remote verbal or written advice surgeries: time-limited specialist advice delivered via telephone, Teams and email
• Literature in the form of comprehensive information guides provided via post and across digital access points

The service is open to anybody in England at any stage of the continuing healthcare journey or in the long-term care system. Clients and service-users will be entitled to receive a copy of Beacon’s literature in the format they find most accessible, and up to ninety minutes of remote (verbal or written) advice.

Remote verbal information and advice will be provided on any area within the scope of the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare and NHS Funded Nursing Care (2007, 2009, 2012 and 2018 editions), and related guidance, and on the topics covered by the Navigational Toolkit.

The role of the Information Officer will be to deliver accurate tier one information to clients which helps them to understand what NHS continuing healthcare is, how to apply for it and what to do if they want to challenge the outcome of their assessment. You will also be expected to schedule tier two advice sessions with our specialist advice team for individuals who require an-depth consultation.

Please note that whilst prior knowledge of the NHS continuing healthcare criteria and assessment procedures is desirable, it is not necessary to have this knowledge and full training will be provided. We are looking for candidates with the right skills and personal attributes as listed in the Person Specification.

Our Values

At Beacon, we employ people who want to do things differently to other organisations working in this field. Five values sum up our culture and how we treat our clients and our staff:

1. Ethical

Commitment to our clients

We operate with honesty and integrity. We are transparent about our funding set-up and our fees, which we keep as low as we sensibly can. We never ‘hard sell’ our services, we keep you informed at every step, and we always give our honest opinion of your chances of success. As a social enterprise, we donate any profits to charity.

Commitment to our team

We operate with honesty and integrity, and always work hard to get the best results for our clients and the business. We work to high standards, and trust our people to respectfully speak out if we fall short.

1. Expert

Commitment to our clients

We pride ourselves on being recognised as leading independent experts in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC). We apply our knowledge and experience to help every case and caller. We also strive to improve CHC for everyone, by training health and social care professionals.

Commitment to our team

We are the leading experts in our field. We encourage and value innovation and evolution in what we do, and how we do it. We are united in developing the business and its services.

1. Personal

Commitment to our clients

By listening carefully to you and the people who really know about your care needs, we can provide excellent advice and powerful advocacy tailored to your unique situation.

Commitment to our team

We get results by getting to know our clients. We do the same with our people, offering flexible working options to suit your circumstances, and taking time out to have fun as a team.

1. Compassionate

Commitment to our clients

We are mindful of the immense stress that our callers and clients can be under, at what is often a really tough time. We do our best to lift some of that burden by providing a quality service that you can trust, and by being compassionate and courteous at all times.

Commitment to our team

The nature of the work can be stressful and emotionally draining. We take care and time to look out for each other, and encourage healthy work habits.

1. Rewarding

Commitment to our team

We take the time to celebrate success and are inspired by one another’s achievements. We provide a generous and varied suite of benefits that can be enjoyed by our people and their families.

Research Funding Officer

Salary: £30,468

Base: Central Edinburgh

Hours:  This role is permanent, and the working week will be 35 hours with core working hours between 10am - 3pm, Monday to Friday with a one-hour lunch break. A flexible working policy is offered. The office is open from 7am – 7pm daily and from 19 October 2021 an initial test of hybrid working began.  All full-time, office-based staff are required to work at least two days per week in the office. 

Benefits: Pension scheme with a 10% employer contribution. 33 days’ paid holiday annually, plus four public holidays as paid leave days each year over Christmas and New Year. A Cycle to Work scheme is available.

Who are we? Worldwide Cancer Research is the UK charity that will end cancer by starting cancer cures worldwide.

Sadly, 1 in 2 people in the UK will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. For us, that’s 1 in 2 too many.

Being a small charity with currently 44 employees allows us to be open, honest and personal with our supporters. Everyone who works for the charity plays a significant role – without them we wouldn’t exist.

Worldwide Cancer Research is a small charity with an immense ambition – to end cancer by starting new cures. We find and fund discovery research to start new cancer cures around the world, and we are committed to opportunity without barriers. All applicants will receive equitable, fair treatment, and we have pledged to ‘Show the Salary’- because our team members are at the heart of everything we do.

We welcome applications from all communities to help build an inclusive team - as diverse as the scientific community we fund and the families whose lives we impact.

Scientists across the world are ready to conquer cancer. To help start more cancer cures and save lives, we are looking for a Research Funding Officer to join the Research Funding team at Worldwide Cancer Research, to help the charity run its multi-million-pound funding programme for discovery cancer research.

Key information about the role

This is a great opportunity to get hands on with a variety of work including peer review for a broad range of scientific projects, administration of our portfolio of active grants and developing and nurturing relationships with researchers from all over the world.

We’re looking for someone with excellent organisational skills, who is keen to stay up to date with progress in the cancer research field and develop knowledge of best research funding practices.

This is a fantastic role for someone looking to get a start in research management or to further develop their skill set.

Please see the job description for more information about the role and what we are looking for. If you are excited about becoming part of Team Worldwide, we want to hear from you!

How to apply

• Please email your tailored CV (no more than two pages) and covering letter outlining your suitability for this role
• Closing date Monday 6 December 2021, 12 noon
• Interviews will be held mid-December 2021
• Please note your covering letter will be key to the success of your application

Senior Research Analyst

• Full time although part time hours will be considered
• Permanent
• Remuneration: £34,214-£35,947 per annum depending on experience
• Location: Central London office, with opportunities of blended working.

About us

Transparency International UK (TI-UK) is the country’s leading anti-corruption non-governmental organisation, and is part of a global coalition sharing one vision: a world in which government, business, civil society and the daily lives of people are free from corruption. Further details of our work can be found here.

About the role

Transparency International UK Business Integrity team aims to be the premier resource for companies seeking to combat bribery and corruption in their operations and the jurisdictions where they operate. Working with us gives you the opportunity to shape the discussion and help devise solutions to challenging issues.

The Transparency International UK Corporate Anti-Corruption Benchmark (The Benchmark) is an industry leading comprehensive self-assessment tool that measures and compares the performance of anti-corruption programmes across companies. The methodology is based on Transparency International’s extensive anti-corruption expertise and understanding of best practice for the private sector, combined with input from experienced specialist in-house and external practitioners. Further background information on the Benchmark and its benefits for companies can be found here.

We are looking for a Senior Research Analyst to join the UK Programmes to help to manage and develop the Benchmark into an indispensable tool for companies, both in the UK and around the world, looking to assess their anti-bribery and corruption programmes not only against legal requirements and industry norms, but also the practices of the most forward thinking, innovative and sustainable companies.

The role will also support the Business Integrity Team’s workstreams including:

• delivery of leading research publications
• providing analysis of business integrity issues for sharing in events, webinars or publications.
• other tasks related to our work on business integrity

There is also scope for the right candidate to provide ad hoc support to TI-UK’s research and investigations team. This work would involve using a range of open and closed source data to dig into dirty money flows and the role of money in UK politics.

The Senior Research Analyst will be responsible for:

1. Developing the Corporate Anti-Corruption Benchmark (managing improvements to the Benchmark question set, the data dashboards and the Deep Dive workshops to ensure that they are of the highest possible quality)   
2. Engaging with participants (and prospective participants), conducting demos of the Benchmark, guiding participants through the Benchmarking cycle and responding to queries on the Benchmark question set (ensure participants have a positive user experience, with next steps clearly signposted, answering queries on question interpretation, and dashboard functionality, and TI policy positions)
3. Presenting the technical insights of Benchmark for on- boarding new participants and working in collaboration with Strategic Partnerships
4. Managing the verification process for new participants (sending participants a verification question set for them to compile evidence prior to the verification session, which is undertaken by our project partner consultancy firm
5. Analysing participants’ quantitative and qualitative data and report data trends to them (drawing conclusions from data trend dashboards, reviewing free text data from question set)
6. Conducting annual participant interviews to gather feedback on positives and suggestions for improvements (developing discussion guides, undertaking participants’ interviews to gather their feedback on the product, analysing feedback, and developing priorities for improvement)
7. Keeping abreast of anti-corruption and compliance latest developments and form views on priorities to integrate latest best practice into Benchmark question set (attending conferences, reading industry news and official publications, co-creating with colleagues TI-UK policy on corporate anti-corruption best practice)
8. Implementing changes to the Benchmark informed by participants feedback from previous year and TI-UK’s own product development priorities (designing and implementing improvements to question set and dashboards, taking ownership of Benchmark product vision)
9. Delivering leading research publications (assisting with desk research, interviewing, data analysis, writing and advocacy). Providing analysis (in the form of reports, discussion notes, slides) for sharing in quarterly workshops called Deep Dives which bring participants together to share best practice on managing corruption risks, events, webinars or publications.
10. As required, provide ad hoc support to TI-UK’s research and investigations team (using a range of open and closed source data to dig into dirty money flows and the role of money in UK politics; for those with an interest in data-driven investigative journalism and proficiency in a Python or a similar programming language)

About you:

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Substantial experience conducting quantitative research or benchmarking
• Strong project management and/or product development experience who is able to work with little supervision.
• Demonstrable stakeholder engagement skills and ability to communicate confidently verbally and in writing
• Experience of working effectively in a team; excellent interpersonal skills including able to maintaining effective professional relationships whilst working remotely.
• Interest in working with business to strengthen their efforts to prevent corruption
• A commitment to Transparency International’s core values: Transparency, Accountability, Integrity, Solidarity, Courage, Justice and Democracy.

The following would be great to have but not essential:

• Have an interest in and/or experience of data driven investigative journalism
• Familiarity with database programming language
• Experience liaising with suppliers

In exchange we will offer you:

• A competitive salary
• 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Up to 5% contributory pension
• Season ticket loan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced sickness and family friendly policies
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A flexible and friendly working environment, with the opportunity for blended working

Research Manager Research Project, Project Manager, Research Project Manager.

Your new company
A professional membership body for Medical Professionals in the UK & Overseas.

Your new role
The Senior Research Project Manager focuses on facilitating, celebrating and promoting high quality research in primary care. The strategic objectives for the role include:

• Building research capacity in their specialist area, including the research skills, infrastructure and funding.
• Developing and strengthening the evidence base to support robust advocacy for the sector.
• Disseminating, celebrating and promoting research to support its translation into policy and practice.

This role is key in delivering and overseeing projects to support these objectives and provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and growth of the organisations own Research programme.

Day-to-day responsibilities include delivery and oversight of the Oxford Research and Surveillance centre, which has been central in the response to the COVID-19 pandemic; management of the Research Ready project, which provides resources aimed at broadening and expanding the research knowledge of medical professionals; and developing, bidding for and managing other projects as they arise. The role will also involve working with the Research Manager and Clinical Lead for Research to support the strategic development of research activities at the organisation.

What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful on application it is expected that you will possess the following skills/experience:

• Working in a research or academic environment, and demonstrable experience of supporting research development;
• Budgetary and project delivery responsibility and management;
• Stakeholder engagement and management;
• Ability to combine information from a number of sources, identify issues and risks and provide comprehensive solutions;
• Analytic and problem-solving skills, able to interpret contract terms and to advise on their impact appropriately;
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to deal with a wide range of people including senior members of the health care professions, patients and commercial organisations sensitively;

What you'll get in return
In return, you will placed into a permanent role paying £39,546 per annum.

What you need to do now
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If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Do you have experience of working in policy or research? Are you passionate about using your knowledge of social care to improve the lives of older people? Join our team!

This is a new role, as we look to increase our capacity to undertake policy work and to ensure our wider work is underpinned by sound research. The role has two elements:

• Research: including monitoring legal developments and undertaking ad hoc research tasks to support our helpline, campaigns and other work
• Policy: including lobbying on reform of social care, monitoring the social care policy landscape and drafting responses to policy opportunities

You would be at the heart of R&RA’s policy and research work. You would report directly to the director and work alongside colleagues who are experts in their field, with opportunities for co-learning. You would work closely with this team to support our wider work through research and ensure our policy work aligns with our helpline service, campaigns and projects. You would join a small, dedicated, friendly team at an exciting period of change for the organisation as we undertake a programme of transformation (including reviewing our brand and creating a new website).  

The ideal candidate will be a positive, can-do person, with a passion for championing the rights of older people needing care, and an enthusiasm for using your policy and research skills to affect change.

We value equality and diversity in our organisation. We welcome applications from everyone.

For more information and details of how to apply, see the role description.

Flexible home working

Salary: £30,451 to £32,910 (NJC 32-35) pro rata per annum

Part time – 21 hours per week

One year contract funded until December 2022

We’re looking for a Research Officer to lead the coordination of research and data gathering for the Insight Hub. The Hub was established in April 2020 through the Respond and Adapt Programme (RAP), as a sector wide initiative to support UK organisations in the refugee and migration sector to cope with the Covid 19 pandemic.

Through regular surveys, the Hub gathers and shares data on current needs across the sector to inform service design and adaptation and bring people together to discuss their experiences. You can read the 13 bulletins produced to date on the Good Practice and Partnerships website.

The Research Officer will be part of Refugee Action’s Good Practice & Partnerships Team and line managed by the Insight Hub Manager.

This newly created role will lead on the collection, analysis and distribution of Hub survey data, linking with sector organisations throughout the process. It will also support the GPP team to strengthen its Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) activities and data management processes.

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Insight into the needs, experiences and hopes of people who are refugees, those seeking asylum and wider migrant communities
• Experience using/understanding monitoring and evaluation practices
• Experience developing and delivering high quality research projects
• Analytical skills, with the ability to understand complex information and summarise key points in a strategic way
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write in accessible ways for a range of audiences
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Ability to work with competing priorities and meet deadlines

We want to make sure that we reach as many potential candidates as possible and that we make the process very accessible. We will be running two ‘info’ sessions where interested people can come and find out more about the role, the work of the Good Practice and Partnerships team and the application process.

Session 1: Tues 16th November 14.00 - 15.00

Session 2: Tues 23rd November 13.00 – 14:00

For further details, and to apply, please visit our website.

Those with lived experience as a refugee are encouraged to apply.

Closing date: Tuesday 30th November 2021 (5pm)

Interviews: Monday 13th December 2021 (Remote interviews)

Mencap works with and for people with a learning disability. Everything we do is about valuing and supporting people with a learning disability, and their families and carers. We’d like to be part of a sustainable systemic change in the way that people with a learning disability live their lives in their community.  This year, we launched Our Big Plan, with a vision for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.

We have a great opportunity for a Research & Impact Officer to join our Research and Impact team on a full time (37.5 hours per week) on a 12-month fixed term contract. We are flexible on where this role is based and have a flexible working policy. This role may at times require travel within the UK.

Mencap is embarking on an exciting new research project, a national survey of people with a learning disability. The Research & Impact Officer has the opportunity to play an important part in this, supporting survey design, data collection, and data analysis.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about inclusivity, as they will work closely with people with a learning disability to co-produce this research project. If you have experience and/or a strong interest in participatory and inclusive research methods, then this role is for you!

In addition to the national survey, the Research & Impact Officer will work with colleagues across Mencap to design, collect, analyse and report research and impact data. We are looking for someone who can engage with both quantitative data, such as surveys and large data sets, and qualitative data, through focus groups, interviews and storytelling.

Finally, this role will have an important responsibility to ensure that Mencap uses the information gathered to make sound and evidence-based decisions; informing the delivery of projects, programmes, policy influencing and other ways of working.

At Mencap, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace and we intentionally plan for the success of our colleagues in everything we do. We welcome applications from everyone, so come as you are and join us. Together we are Mencap!

(Please see the ‘role profile’ for a more extensive list of responsibilities, experiences and key skills required for this role and the full Job Description and Personal Specification)

Does this sound like you? If the answer is yes, then we would love to hear from you.

Please click “Apply” to submit your application. Please ensure you attach an up-to-date CV along with a covering letter, telling us why you are interested and suitable for this role.

This role will close for shortlisting on Weds 1st Dec and interviews will take place on WC 6th Dec via Microsoft Teams.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and welcome applicants with disabilities to apply for all roles with us. To find out more about the scheme please visit the direct gov website.

Benefits

As well as knowing that what we do is making a positive difference to people’s lives, you will receive fair pay and have access to a wide range of rewards and benefits as one of our employees.

• 32 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 35 days with long service plus the ability to buy up to another 10 days via our HolidayPlus scheme
• Service related sick pay when 6 month probation is completed
• Eligibility to join Mencap Pension Plan where Mencap matches contributions up to 5% on a salary sacrifice basis meaning NI savings. If you don’t join the Plan you start, you will be auto-enrolled after three months with us.
• Membership of Mencap Pension Plan to include up to 3 times salary death in service live cover AND Income Protection of 50% salary to be triggered at 26 weeks of long term sickness
• Loans for debt consolidation, bikes, computers and phones when you have been with us for 6 months
• Interest free season ticket loans
• Discounts and cashback from 3% to 30% at high street shops including major super markets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via Mencap Extras
• Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc.
• Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support
• Quarterly award scheme and recognition at every 5 years through our YouRock program
• Access to award winning training and development

*T&C's apply based on contract

About Mencap

We work in partnership with people with a learning disability, and all our services support people to live life as they choose. Everyone wants a purposeful job - to do something meaningful. At Mencap, we can give you that. You will have opportunities to develop as a person, colleague, leader and activist. We want to make you feel inspired to reach your potential.  

Our work includes;  

• providing high-quality, flexible services that allow people to live as independently as possible in a place they choose
• providing advice through our help lines and web sites
• campaigning for the changes that people with a learning disability want

Senior Research Impact Manager 

Up to £43,000 pro rata, permanent, part time (up to 0.8 FTE), plus generous benefits, London with some remote working

The Medical Research Foundation is searching for a Senior Research Impact Manager to shape and lead the evaluation of the impact of our funded research, to demonstrate the impact we are making in our strategy to fund the very best medical research to change lives. This is a key role within our organisation to monitor, evaluate and communicate our research internally and externally, and shape our research strategy based on the impact we are having.

Many of the diseases and conditions that affect human health have been cured or overcome as a result of medical research. But there will always be more to do. Although significant resources are being spent around the world developing exciting new treatments and therapies, there are areas of medical need that receive little or no support – and people’s lives that see no improvement. That’s where we step in.

The Medical Research Foundation is an independent charitable foundation. Formed by the Medical Research Council (MRC), we fund and support the most promising health research wherever we discover great opportunities that are not being pursued. We use our donations responsibly and ensure we make the greatest impact where it is most needed.

About the Role

To fund more of this research, we need to be able to persuade donors that what we do is impactful and that the funding that we provide makes a difference, as well as deliver on our strategy of funding research which is high need, low investment.  To do this we need to capture and report on the outputs and impact of the research that we support and present the data and tell the stories that demonstrate impact.  You will join our rapidly expanding team in our central London offices to provide leadership for our monitoring and evaluation processes and ensure that we have a sound evidence-base to support our funding schemes and of the outputs and impact of individual research projects.  You will be motivated to learn and develop your skills in those aspects of the role where you have less experience.

What you will do in the role

• develop and implement M&E systems and tools that align with our new Theory of Change and M&E framework to demonstrate the impact of medical research funding calls and schemes.
• optimise the use of the existing Researchfish and end-of-grant reporting tools.
• optimise other data collection points to support M&E e.g. applications.
• develop a schedule of M&E activities and reviews and lead our future evaluation strategy.
• oversee data collection and analysis
• keep abreast of tools and methods for M&E and data visualisation, and be a source of expertise in this area.
• lead on impact reporting; write and contribute to reports; present to our Board of Trustees and wider external audiences.

What you can bring to the role

• experience of implementation or management of monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment and reporting, ideally within medical research
• data collection and collation skills using both qualitative and quantitative methodologies
• experience managing databases and interpreting and analysing large volumes of data
• an understanding of theories, concepts and approaches to evaluation and their application within a medical research context
• strong data collection, visualisation and analysis skills
• a good understanding of data management and GDPR

Our offer

• A salary up to £43,000 (pro rata), dependent on experience.
• Part-time, 0.5-0.8 FTE (18-28.8 hours per week) worked over 3-5 days.
• Annual pay award, performance award scheme and other rewards.
• Generous pension contribution, with no qualifying period.
• 30 days annual leave each year, plus public holidays.
• Flexi-time system and core working hours of 10am to 4pm.
• Employee assistance programme and other health-related benefits.
• An opportunity to make a difference to human health.
• Fantastic colleagues.

How to apply

• provide an up-to-date CV which includes your contact details, education and vocational qualifications, memberships of professional bodies, career history and explanation of any breaks in your employment history
• provide a brief supporting statement setting out why you are the right candidate for this role making reference to the job description and the person specification. The case that you make and the way that it is presented will form a key part of the shortlisting process
• complete our equality, diversity and inclusion monitoring form.

A copy of the recruitment information pack and equality, diversity and inclusion monitoring form are attached as separate documents for you to download.

Closing date: 6 December 2021 at 09:00

Interview dates: week commencing 13 December 2021

Alzheimer’s Research UK is the UK’s leading dementia research charity dedicated to diagnosis, prevention, treatment and cure. Backed by our passionate scientists and supporters, we’re challenging the way people think about dementia, bringing together the people and organisations who can speed up progress, and investing in research to make life-changing breakthroughs possible.

You will be part of an organisation that has been recognised nationally as an outstanding place to work. In 2021, we were listed 69th in the prestigious 100  Large Best Companies to Work For.  We were also awarded a 2-star accreditation by Best Companies, recognising outstanding levels of workplace engagement and were listed in the 75 Best Companies to Work for in the East of England and the Charity’s 30 Best Companies to Work For.

The Research Administrator role reports into the Research Projects Manager and forms part of the Research team at Alzheimer’s Research UK. The Research team is set to deliver an exciting new five-year strategy through a varied portfolio of grant schemes, strategic initiatives, partnerships and by fostering collaboration and innovation. The Research team has expertise in biomedical dementia research and grant management, develops innovative initiatives and produces the content of one of the largest dementia research conferences.

The main purpose of the Research Administrator role is to provide administrative assistance to the smooth running of various activities within the team, including those associated to grant funding, strategic initiatives and meeting coordination. We are looking for a conscientious and dedicated person who will join a busy team at an exciting time.

Main duties and responsibilities of the role:

• Provide administrative support associated with the funding and running of research projects including processing applications, supporting the peer-review process and coordinating the annual grant-holder reporting period
• Maintain accurate financial records, process invoices and assist with the financial monitoring of research expenditure
• Maintain digital records of grants and support the ongoing maintenance of ARUK's grant management system
• Liaise with the Fundraising and Communications teams to coordinate the restriction of funds to research projects
• Organise and assist with the running of research meetings and events by coordinating schedules, travel and accommodation arrangements, venue hiring, catering, courier collections and deliveries, and liaising with meeting attendees

What we are looking for:

• Experience of supporting teams in an administrative capacity
• IT competency and knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Team worker and flexible in approach
• Enthusiastic and professional manner

Location: Granta Park, near Cambridge.

Salary: Circa £22,000 per annum, plus benefits

Please download the Vacancy Pack for more details.

*Please note that the official job title for the successful candidate will be Research Executive.

The closing date for applications is the 12 December 2021, with interviews to be held on the 16/17 December 2021. Please indicate in your cover letter if you are unable to attend on this date. We would encourage applicants to submit their application at the earliest opportunity as the closing date may be brought forward at any time.

To be considered, please create an online account using our Online Recruitment System which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies Page. You will be able to attach a CV and covering letter to your application, track your application and view other vacancies that may be of interest.

To view further details about this role and the benefits of working for us please review the vacancy information pack or visit the Alzheimer’s Research UK website.

Should you have any questions or wish to discuss your application further, please contact the HR Team.

Hours - 37.5 hours per week

Grade - Grade 4, Point 19 rising to Point 24

Salary - £31,571.00 rising to £36,257.00 with annual increments

Location – Cheadle, Cheshire 

Reports to - Head of Digital

We are seeking to recruit an Information Manager to work within our Digital Team supporting in discharging responsibilities for records, archives and the associated policy control. The post holder will lead the Trust’s data protection day-to-day compliance.

The post holder will be used to providing specialist advice in your subject area and be committed to enabling teams to work well together always promoting integrity and collaboration.

Key responsibilities include but are not exhaustive;

• Monitor and evaluate latest legislation and policy development in your subject area ensuring that the Trust remains compliant. Acting as DPO you will monitor internal compliance, inform and advise on data protection obligations, provide advice regarding Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and act as a contact point for data subjects and the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

• Take the leading role in managing Subject Access Requests. Working with internal teams to ensure information is provided in a timely manner and advising on what information can legally be provided to the person(s) / organisations making the request.

• Ensure an effective records management programme throughout the Together Trust’s care, education, community, clinical and central support services to allow for access to accurate records for a range of operational and strategic purposes using the Trust’s CALM Records database.

As the Trust’s story begins in 1870 when two Sunday school teachers, Leonard Kilbee Shaw and Richard Bramwell Taylor encountered the harsh realities facing children in Victorian Britain, fast forward through two World War’s we have a very prestigious archive collection. The post holder will liaise with external providers and members of the public in order to answer queries on family research and maintain the Trust’s heritage within the voluntary sector.

Do you have a Post-Graduate Diploma or Degree in a relevant subject area?

The post holder will deliver up-to-date training on Data Protection and Records Management for the workforce.

We are looking for someone who has experience in a similar role for a mid-sized organisation.  Do you have experience of using DS CALM database and knowledge of using ICT in service deliver?

Research and Learning Officer (Research, Strategy and Impact Department)

UK Youth are currently looking for a dynamic and talented Research and Learning Officer to join our Strategy, Research and Impact team to support with the management and co-ordination of our evaluation and learning activity.

The new Research and Learning Officer will produce robust and insightful work with colleagues within the Strategy, Research and Impact team on a wide range of evaluation and research projects. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Strategy, Research and Impact, this role will help UK Youth evidence the impact of youth work, understand how to improve our impact, and monitor progress towards our strategic objectives.

To thrive in this role, you need a background in qualitative and quantitative research methods, and have excellent communication skills. But, we’re also interested in your enthusiasm to learn. We’re looking for a researcher with an open mind - who is keen to explore new methodologies and excited by working shoulder-to-shoulder with young people.

Who we are

UK Youth is a leading charity that exists to ensure all young people are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives. We work with others to ensure that the youth sector is strengthened, supported, and that provision is youth-led, evidence-informed and delivers high-quality outcomes.

UK Youth plays a unique role in addressing: the lack of investment in the youth sector; the lack of cross sector understanding in how youth work makes a difference; and the limited opportunities to embed effective solutions. These factors lead to mass inequality of access to youth services for young people. To find more about us and how we make an impact, please visit UK Youth website. 

Why work at UK Youth?

We are a values-based, passionate and committed organisation offering a friendly working environment with lots of opportunities for professional development and socialising (even for those working remotely!) from lunch and learn sessions, staff quizzes to virtual coffee meet ups.

UK Youth prides itself on being an Equal Opportunity employer and we would particularly welcome applications for this role from those who identify under one of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to inclusivity, and to employing and supporting a diverse workforce. Our selection procedures ensure that people are treated on the basis of their relevant merits, experience, skills and abilities and that no individual receives more or less favourable treatment.

We welcome applications from groups currently under-represented in our organisation including BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities. We are also currently underrepresented by men, and so are seeking applications from different backgrounds, cultures, age, experience and identity to bring a wide range of experience, ideas, views and insights to UK Youth.

What can we offer you?

We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, excellent learning and development opportunities and vibrant organisational culture.

• Flexible/Agile Working

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Pension scheme (currently UK Youth match employee contributions up to 5%)

• Membership of our life insurance scheme which would pay-out up to 4 times your salary

• Employee Assistance Programme to support employees both professionally and personally

• 20% discount off bookings at Avon Tyrrell our New Forest Outdoor Centre including, camping, lodges and outdoor activities.

• Cyclescheme and Techscheme

How to apply?

If you would like to be considered for this fantastic opportunity, please complete an application via our completely anonymised recruitment system (provided by Applied)

• Closing date for applications will be 23:59 on Tuesday 7th Dec 2021.

• Interview dates are due to take place on Tuesday 14th December 2021.

As this role involves working in a regulated environment with young people, any offer will be conditional to satisfactory background checks which include criminal record check and employment reference.

As part of the recruitment process UK Youth will be gathering and uses certain information about you. For further information regarding this please review our Data Protection Privacy Notice which explains what data of yours we process and how we use it.