Programme Officer

Overview Circa : Salary - Salary Plan 38000.00 GBP Annual We have an exciting opportunity for a Programme Officer to become a key part of our Science Communities team on a permanent basis. Youll help shape and deliver impactful programmes that connect and support our Science Communities and the Heads of Chemistry UK. Responsibilities Work with programme specialists to provide secretariat to our Science Community Councils and the Heads of Chemistry UK. Manage projects that support the Science Communities programme including activities such as governance meetings, scientific workshops and symposia. Serve as a point of contact to provide general support and advice to RSC Science Communities. Develop and support cross-team collaboration by linking Science Communities with our conferences, prizes & grants, member networks, communications and policy initiatives. Support and continuously improve operational aspects of the teams work encompassing member communications, webpages and internal processes. Contribute to strategic projects to enable interdisciplinary collaboration and to address emerging priorities in the chemical sciences. Manage financial processes and payments as required. Undertake ad-hoc tasks including minute-taking, research analysis and reporting on the progress of our Science Community programmes. What we are looking for Relevant background in science or engineering and / or science programme administration with an interest in science and technology. Strong organisational, project and time management skills with the ability to balance and prioritise across multiple projects, tasks and deadlines. Strong stakeholder engagement skills with ability to develop effective relationships with a variety of diverse people with strong written and oral communication skills. Initiative and ability to work in teams and independently. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to use and learn Microsoft packages and bespoke in-house IT systems. An awareness of aspects of the research and innovation environment (e.g. research funding, higher education, science and the economy) would be beneficial. Additional information At the RSC we embrace flexibility and offer hybrid working which means our teams come together when they need to collaborate. It is expected that you will attend the office two days per week with the addition that you may need to attend more regularly for in-person events and meetings. This role will involve some UK travel. If you need flexible working arrangements please outline this in your application. If you are interested in this role please apply by the closing date 16/11/25. When applying you will need to provide an up-to-date CV and as a cover letter (in no more than 500 words) telling us about your relevant knowledge, skills and competencies and why you are applying for this role. About the RSC The Royal Society of Chemistry is a not-for-profit organisation with a thriving international community of around 60000 members in over 100 countries, an internationally renowned publisher of high-quality chemical science knowledge and the professional body for chemists in the UK with a reputation as an influential champion for the chemical sciences. Our purpose is to help the chemical sciences community make the world a better place. We believe that people thrive in institutions and organisations where they feel they belong and diversity of thought, perspective and experience are essential for individuals and organisations to be successful. Visit our Work For Us website to learn more about us, our benefits, equal opportunities statement and inclusive culture pledge. 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 has 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. If you would like to apply using a different format please contact the Recruitment Team at or on 44 (0) and we will do our best to put any reasonable adjustments in place. If you have any questions please contact us at Required Experience : Unclear Seniority Key Skills Project Management Methodology Project / Program Management Program Management Management Experience Microsoft Powerpoint Project Management Microsoft Project Budgeting DoD Experience Leadership Experience Supervising Experience Contracts Employment Type : Full-Time Experience : years Vacancy : 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr