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Head of Programme (Employment and Better Work)
London or Leicester (with hybrid working – two to three days in the office)
About Us
We’re Learning and Work Institute, an independent policy and research organisation focused on lifelong learning and better work.
We're focused on the big questions. How do we help more people find work and build careers in a changing jobs market? How do we help people to be active and engaged citizens? How can more adults develop their skills over their lifetime?
We are currently seeking a Head of Programme to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis.
The Benefits
- Salary of £44,625 - £57,750 per annum, depending on experience and location
- 31 days' holiday increasing to 33 days after 5 years’ service of which 6 are shutdown days, in addition to public holidays
- Generous company pension scheme with 8% employer contribution
- Group Life Assurance 3*salary
- Hybrid working (with 40%-60% of your time in the office)
- Flexible working practices
- Employee Development Scheme
- Retailer Discounts
- Enhanced occupational maternity, adoption, paternity and shared parental pay
- Enhanced occupational sick pay
- Eye care scheme
- Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Programme
- Silver award in Investors in People
This is an inspiring opportunity for a strategic leader with a passion for improving workplaces and employment opportunities and expertise in programme management and campaigning or research to join our innovative organisation.
You'll have the chance to shape impactful programmes that address key issues in employment, helping to create a fairer society where everyone can realise their potential.
What’s more, you’ll get to enjoy opportunities for professional development and a culture that champions collaboration and the impact of evidence-based work, all contributing to a meaningful career.
So, if you're passionate about creating a fairer society and are eager to make an impact, we want to hear from you!
The Role
As our Head of Programme, you will lead high-profile campaigns, research and development work that advocates for employment and better work.
Focusing on delivering impactful initiatives that align with our strategic plan, you will make the case for widening support to find suitable work for groups who currently miss out. You will improve employment support and in-work progression and consider how to promote healthy and inclusive workplaces.
You will design and lead campaigns and research and development programmes, secure funding through proactive engagement with funders and partners and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with measurable impact.
Additionally, you will:
- Manage Researchers, contributing to their personal and professional development
- Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders
- Present at external events
- Stay informed on relevant policy and research developments
About You
To be considered as our Head of Programme, you will need:
- Experience delivering complex and high-profile programmes of campaigns, research or development work
- Experience building relationships with government, delivery organisations, partners and funders
- Experience developing and leading a high-performing team
- An understanding of current policy and practice in relation to employment and the labour market
- An understanding of quantitative and/or qualitative research
- A degree or equivalent in a relevant subject or equivalent experience
Please note, occasional travel and overnight stays will be required.
The successful candidate may be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
The closing date for this role is 23rd September 2024.
Other organisations may call this role Programme Lead, Head of Education Programme, Education Programme Lead, Programme Development Lead, or Head of Programme Management.
Webrecruit and the Learning and Work Institute are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
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