Associate Director, Public Services & Policy Impact

Diversity Jobsite; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

London office

Job summary

IPPR in London is seeking an Associate Director, Public Services to lead an ambitious programme of research and policy development spanning health, education, social care and childcare. This senior role sets strategic direction, leads a talented team, and ensures research translates into impactful policy proposals.

You will oversee a portfolio from ideation to funding, deliver projects, and influence policy while representing IPPR to policymakers and media.

Qualifications

• Senior role leading research and policy development across health, education, social care and childcare.
• Proven track record in influencing public policy.
• Strong communication, project management and team leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Set strategic direction of the public services portfolio.
• Lead and develop a team of researchers and policy staff.
• Secure funding and manage projects from inception to delivery.
• Represent IPPR with policymakers, practitioners, funders and media.
• Build relationships with funders and partners to secure ongoing support.

Skills

Public policy research

Fundraising

Leadership

Job description

IPPR in London is seeking an Associate Director, Public Services to lead an ambitious programme of research and policy development spanning health, education, social care and childcare. This senior role sets strategic direction, leads a talented team, and ensures research translates into impactful policy proposals.

You will oversee a portfolio from ideation to funding, deliver projects, and influence policy while representing IPPR to policymakers and media.