Head of Research and Access

Central London
£45,000 (pro rata) dependent on experience (plus international travel and flexible working conditions)
Full time or four days per week, maternity cover contract until end of Sept 2020
​Closing date: 5pm, Wednesday 25th September

Organisation:

​Multiple Sclerosis International Federation

​Role:

In this role you will:
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• ​​Lead and implement the organisations’ global research programme and lead the development of the advocacy and access work as part of their five-year strategy
• Convene and facilitate research staff within member organisations globally to collaborate on research initiatives and projects
• Build consensus and lead the membership in advocating for access to treatments and improved healthcare
• Support senior management in strategic planning, governance, membership relations and external engagement
• Lead and develop a small team.

​Candidate:
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• ​​Educated to doctoral level preferably in biomedical sciences, clinical practice or health policy development
• Experience of developing and implementing strategy to influence and advocate for change (in policy, practice or behaviour) ideally in an international context
• Confident, persuasive manner, able to inspire and mobilise colleagues and stakeholders on a global basis, motivate and develop staff and consultants (often remotely)
• Experience of coordinating complex collaborative, multi-based projects across all aspects (planning, delivery, monitoring, evaluation and learning)
• Strong analytical skills and ability to grasp scientific research and complex policies. Good communication skills, able to present research findings to a range of audiences.

To be considered for this role, please email your CV to tim@whitonmaynard.com