Band: UKRI X - £91,943-£99,000 per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Location: Swindon based with travel to London and some home based.
Contract: Open-ended contract; secondment arrangements also welcome -
We have secured funding until 31 March 2026 and during that time we will be bidding for investment until 2030
Closing date: Monday 7th April 2025 (23:59)
Interview dates: 30th April and 1st May 2025
Are you an experienced senior leader with experience of managing large-scale and complex programmes? If so, we encourage you to explore this exciting role and opportunity as mission programme director within the Research & Development Missions Programme - an exciting new UK programme designed to support the Governments National Missions and support delivery of the milestones in the government's Plan for Change.
About the Research & Development Mission Programme (RDMP)
The Research & Development Missions Programme (RDMP) is a new, targeted UK programme designed to support the Government’s National Missions and support delivery of the of the milestones in the Government’s Plan for Change. The primary objective of the RDMP is to fund targeted research and innovation (R&I), including technology development, to solve critical problems unique to each mission to improve people’s lives and create growth. An initial investment of £25 million was announced in the autumn budget, with UKRI leading, in partnership with the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) and Government Mission teams, on focused Research and Innovation (R&I) Challenges to respond to and develop solutions for the Problems in each Mission.
About the Role
The UKRI Research & Development Mission Programme (RDMP) Director will lead the new Research & Development Mission Hub hosted by UKRI in the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC). The role provides a unique opportunity for an exceptional programme leader to shape and lead the strategy and delivery of the Research & Development Mission Programme by providing the exceptional leadership, skills, and energy to drive this important work forward.
Reporting to the Executive Chair of ESRC, who is the SRO of the RDMP, you will oversee and work closely with R&I Challenge Directors. You will provide leadership and line management for several functional/area leads in the RDMP Hub and have indirect management for up to ten roles in year one. This is expected to increase considerably in coming years if the business case is successful.
The role will involve leading large-scale, complex programmes, where you will hold substantial accountability for their success. You will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships, collaborating effectively with a wide range of senior stakeholders across various sectors, including industry, government, and academia. Additionally, you will oversee the development and management of high-performing teams, guiding them through periods of change.
You will work closely with the R&I Challenge Directors across the councils, playing a central role in facilitating and brokering effective and inclusive partnerships throughout the programme. Your efforts will ensure the programme remains on track and meets its goals within an accelerated timeframe. As an experienced budget manager, you will also ensure strong governance and financial oversight across the programme.
Key Responsibilities include:
About you
Candidates will be assessed against the following essential criteria throughout the recruitment process:
If you have any questions about this role, please contact us at seniorrecruitment@ukri.org
Benefits
We recognise and value our employees as individuals and aim to provide a favourable pay and rewards package! We are committed to supporting employees’ development and promote a culture of continuous learning! A list of benefits below.
Please click here for more details on the Benefits of working at UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)
How to Apply
Please apply via the Careers Portal by 23:59 Monday 7th April 2025
Applicants are required to provide an up-to-date CV and a statement of suitability outlining their suitability for the role against the required criteria. Please click ‘apply’ for further information on the requirements and to visit our careers page.
UKRI is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are open to flexible working arrangements, including job share and secondment opportunities.
Location: | Swindon, Hybrid |
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Salary: | £91,943 to £99,000 per annum (dependent on skills and experience) |
Hours: | Full Time |
Contract Type: | Permanent |
Placed On: | 18th March 2025 |
Closes: | 7th April 2025 |
Job Ref: | 2500006J |
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