Location: Cambridge / Hybrid or London / Hybrid

Salary: 47,472 - 52,746 per annum plus benefits

Contract: Part time/ Full time

Benefits: Excellent contributory pension scheme, generous paid holidays, 35-hour (for full-time staff) working week, learning and career development, subsidised staff restaurant (Cambridge office), staff sports and social club, free private healthcare plan, income protection scheme, critical illness insurance, life assurance, free on-site parking (Cambridge office), season ticket, car/motor cycle and cycle to work schemes, membership subscription, employee assistance programme, eye-care at work scheme, wellness initiatives, flexible work environment, employee recognition, long service awards, membership subscription to professional body and RSC, Litmus reward gateway benefits and more

Closing Date: 08/01/2024

The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) has a great opportunity for a Programme Manager, Commonwealth Chemistry, to join us on a part-time or full-time (27-35 hours per week) temporary basis to cover maternity leave.

At the RSC we embrace flexibility and offer hybrid working, which means our teams come together when they need to collaborate. Although this role is contractually based at either our London or Cambridge offices, you will also be able to work from home within the UK, with the expectation that you will attend our offices and travel as needed for your role. In this role, you will attend our offices at least 1 day per week (initially more frequently to support your induction) and may also travel within the Commonwealth, very occasionally if required, and work occasional evenings and weekends. If you need flexible working arrangements, please outline this in your application.

This role presents an opportunity to work on a programme that will have a large impact on the chemistry community at an international scale - Commonwealth Chemistry. Creating strong relationships and partnerships with organisations that support the chemical sciences in Commonwealth nations will be central to this role and is an integral part of our international ambition.

The Federation of Commonwealth Chemical Societies, or simply Commonwealth Chemistry, involves working with chemical societies in the Commonwealth in which all countries are included on equal terms. The uniqueness of bringing this group of diverse countries together under an umbrella organisation is that it mirrors the concept of the Commonwealth as an aspirational and inspirational entity that provides strong role models. A crucial activity for delivering the desired outcomes of the Federation is the running of a biannual Commonwealth Chemistry Congress and the annual virtual Poster competition which highlights the impact of chemists in Commonwealth countries on achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

The successful candidate will lead the development and delivery of our Commonwealth Chemistry programmes, bringing together our key stakeholders in new partnerships to tackle the sustainable development goals. The candidate will be part of the Secretariat, supporting the work of the Executive Board and its committees.

An important aspect of this role is understanding the needs of less developed countries and identifying ways to share best practices and knowledge including the provision of mechanisms for accessing research infrastructure. The Programme Manager for Commonwealth Chemistry will work in a matrix environment with colleagues across the Royal Society of Chemistry to meet the aims of the initiative, with responsibility for a budget of approximately 300K.

What we are looking for:

Essential:

Degree in chemistry or a related discipline (or equivalent).Experience working in a team within a scientific organisation, industry, university or government setting to develop and deliver successful programmes and projects.Passion for international collaboration within the context of advancing the chemical sciences for the benefit of science and humanity.Experience in leading complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, balancing and prioritising across multiple projects, tasks and deadlines.Ability to effectively interact, communicate and influence a variety of audiences, using a range of communication channels, including social media and managing events. Desirable:

PhD (or equivalent) in chemistry or related field.Understanding of areas such as international collaboration in science for the developing and evolving needs of the Commonwealth community and the impact of inclusion and diversity. When applying, please provide an up-to-date CV and a supporting statement (no more than 500 words) indicating how your skills/expertise match the competencies outlined in the job description here.

At the RSC, we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce and welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply. We particularly encourage applications from disabled and ethnic minority candidates. As a part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we endeavour, where possible, to offer an interview to candidates meeting the essential criteria of the role, who have a substantial physical/mental impairment which impacts their ability to carry out day-to-day tasks. We are committed to making our recruitment processes accessible to all and as part of this, we are flexible in the ways we give and receive information.

You may have experience in the following: Commonwealth Chemistry, Commonwealth Chemistry Programmes, Chemistry Programmes, Programme Manager, Project Director, Programme Coordinator, Project Manager, Programme Administrator, Portfolio Manager, Programme Leader, Strategic Programme Manager, Initiative Manager, Programme Development Manager, Project Executive, Programme Officer, Senior Programme Manager, Programme Analyst, Programme Specialist, Programme Supervisor

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