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Role Summary
This role will have oversight of Strategy, Communications, and Study Participation Inclusion (i.e. stakeholder engagement, Public Engagement, Digital Engagement and Research Inclusion) domains, and line management of the Study Participation Inclusion Senior Manager, the Communications Manager and Corporate Services Manager. Line management of staff members will include undertaking staff reviews to identify training and development needs, and establishing how those needs will be met, and managing performance against agreed objectives. The post holder will ensure the same review processes take place for all staff with the defined function via appropriate line management arrangements and that skills and capabilities exist to meet current and future business needs.
About the Role
The Head of Strategy, Engagement and Inclusion will have overall responsibility for coordinating and delivering regional responses to key RDN strategies, ensuring all engagement and inclusion opportunities are considered synergistically, supported and optimised for all stakeholders. This role will be pivotal in leading a consistent approach to engaging participants and communities with the vision of the RDN and providing intelligence to support the strategic development of RDN services. The Head of Strategy, Engagement and Inclusion will have the opportunity to work at national and superregional level to ensure the function of a single RDN organisation in providing a consistent experience for stakeholders. This role will be pivotal in developing regional strategies to deliver key national research in health and care priorities and analysing data underpinning increased capacity and capability in research delivery, across all specialties and settings.
We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic and talented Senior Manager to join the new NIHR Regional Research Delivery Network (RRDN) in the South West Peninsula. The role is an exciting opportunity to lead at regional and national levels and to use your skills to lead on inclusivity and strategy. You will be engaging, developing and maintaining productive, high quality relationships with a number of stakeholders across the region. The role requires someone who has excellent communication, facilitation and engagement skills with the ability to think strategically and innovatively to broaden participation in research to enhance research delivery.
The role can be contractually based in one of the following bases - Truro, Plymouth, Exeter or Taunton, with regular travel to local and regional offices required. Some evening and weekend work may also be needed for this role.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week.
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
For further information please contact: Emily Simpson, Executive and Specialist Recruitment Lead on 07958 931414 or Emily.simpson21@nhs.net
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
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