Research and Development
·Design and lead campaigns, research and development (R&D) programmes and projects, particularly on lifelong learning and essential skills
·Identify and secure income to fund projects and campaigns, including through proactive approaches to funders and partners, and responding to tenders and calls for proposals
·Ensure that work is delivered to time and quality expectations, within budget, with appropriate measures of its impact, and with regular engagement with partners and funders
·Develop and maintain effective relationships and networks with key stakeholders
·Speak and present at external events as a representative of L&W
·Keep up to date with key developments in policy, research and practice
Organisational duties
·Manage researchers/project managers (line and project management) positively and proactively contribute to their personal and professional development
·Work collaboratively, leading with integrity and sharing the load, being willing to take on projects outside of programme if needed
·Play an active role in the organisation as a functional and strategic leader, as part of L&W’s R&D Heads and Leadership teams
·Demonstrate a commitment to equality of opportunity and a positive, open and collaborative approach in line with L&W’s core values and staff charter, called ‘Our Culture’
·Occasional travel and overnight stays will be required