Scientific Programme Officer, International

2 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom Royal Society Full time

Job Scope:
The Royal Society is a self-governing Fellowship of distinguished scientists drawn from all areas of science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine. The Society’s fundamental purpose is to recognise, promote and support excellence in science and to encourage the development and use of science for the benefit of humanity. The Society has played a part in some of the most fundamental, significant and life-changing discoveries in scientific history and Royal Society scientists continue to make outstanding contributions to science across the wide breadth of research areas.

The scientific programme is one of the core strands of the Royal Society’s work and this role will primarily focus on the planning and delivery of its international programme of scientific meetings. Working with the Senior Scientific Programmes Officer, International, the post holder will lead on a portfolio of activities supporting the Society’s international strategy. This includes but is not limited to bilateral international scientific meetings, international lectures and other networking events or programmes.

Proven experience of delivering complex high-profile events is essential, as is an ability to quickly build strong working relationships with internal colleagues and external international partners at all levels. Experience of working with scientists, government officials or the academic community would be advantageous.

**Reports to**: Senior Scientific Programmes Officer, International

**Line manages**: None

**Location**: Carlton House Terrace, London (domestic and international travel may be required approx. 3 times per year)

**Hours**: Full time, 35 hours a week (including some evening and weekend working)

**Pay band**: C

**Salary Band: 30,257 - 37,822**

**Contract**: 12 Monh FTC

**Responsibilities**:
Working with the Senior Scientific Programme Officer, International, the postholder will have the following areas of responsibility.

**Event / Programme Management**
- lead on the end-to-end delivery of an allocated programme of events / programmes ensuring that they are delivered successfully and meet their objectives.
- ensure that event plans include flexibility to accommodate virtual or hybrid alternatives should the need arise.
- resolve any logístical and resource issues that arise in the process of organising an event, escalating these in a timely manner if necessary.
- work closely with International Affairs colleagues to ensure that logístical arrangements support the goals of the meeting.
- lead on the onsite delivery of events in the UK / host country or thoroughly brief those staff members attending in your stead.
- draft a range of written materials, such as concept notes, briefing documents or reports for committees, speakers, meeting organisers and senior leadership and other audiences.
- work with colleagues across the Society, to find, coordinate and support the organising scientific committees for each meeting or programme.
- effectively manage the budget for events or programmes, ensuring they are run within agreed parameters.
- ensure contributors and participants are appropriately acknowledged and thanked where needed.
- ensure post-event / programme debriefs take place and that lessons learned are acted on in the future.

**Relationship Management**
- gather input for international scientific meetings from across the Society and strengthen, develop and manage relationships with key partners (e.g. sister academies, British Council, Embassies etc )
- collaborate with other teams within the Society - including International Affairs, Grants, Policy, IT and AV - and with external key partners to support the development of the programme input ensuring complementarity and added value across a full range of activities
- liaise with a variety of Society contacts including Fellows of the Society, other scientists etc

**Reporting and Evaluation**
- ensure appropriate evaluation methods are employed for all projects and producing output/outcome reports as required
- work with colleagues to ensure compliance with relevant BEIS and RS guidelines including appropriate audit and financial controls.
- take a continuous improvement approach to work, ensuring that processes are regularly reviewed and updated.

Key Knowledge and Skills Required:
**Education / qualifications / knowledge / interests**:

- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience

Essential
- Excellent knowledge of IT (Microsoft Office Suite) and databases

Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills, diplomatic and with a high degree of cultural awareness

Essential
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with an ability to convey information to a range of audiences in a clear and confident way

Essential
- Ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload

Essential
- An understanding of the role international interdisciplinary research supports work to tackle global challenges and other scientific e

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