Stakeholder Engagement Support Officer (MHNCC1191)

Would you like to be part of a dynamic programme with a key engagement role across a wide range of internal and external stakeholders? Do you enjoy working on your own initiative as well as part of a team to provide the support needed to deliver real national impact? Are you adaptable and enjoy a varied role including occasional travel in England? 

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a highly motivated and innovative team at the NIHR Clinical Research Network’s National Coordinating Centre. 

You will provide key operational support to the NHS Engagement programme, which exists to improve how the NHS recognises the importance of research in improving health. The programme covers all levels of engagement from patient representatives through to senior leaders in the NHS and health organisations and this role requires a good level of skill in working with a wide range of stakeholders. 

You will be key player in helping to develop, improve and sustain systems and processes that underpin our programmes, organise routine and ad hoc meetings in a range of locations, and handle the administration tasks associated with a dynamic work environment. You will also be responsible for supporting Clinical Director for NHS Engagement with diary work to sustain a busy networking schedule, and assistance to the Programme Manager. You will have a key role in establishing and maintaining relationships with Senior Leaders in the Health and Charitable sector. 

The employer for this role is University of Leeds

The role will be based in London or Leeds.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: 

Roger Steel, NHS Engagement Programme Manager 

Tel: 0113 343 0441, email: r.steel@leeds.ac.uk 

Further Information

The University of Leeds is committed to providing equal opportunities for all and offers a range of family friendly policies. The University is a charter member of Athena SWAN and holds the Bronze award. We are happy to consider job share applications and requests for flexible working arrangements from our employees.

Closing Date: 31 Oct 2019
Category: Administrative and Clerical Support