Climate & Health Research Manager — Mitigation & Impact

wellcome; Greater London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellcome Trust in London is seeking a Research Manager to support the Mitigation Team within the Climate and Health Research Programme. You will identify, develop and manage funding for a range of projects and coordinate learning through calls, commissions and scoping contracts.

You will lead initiatives across the mitigation portfolio, engage with external experts, build partnerships with grant holders and ensure delivery aligns with climate and health goals while promoting inclusive practice

Qualifications

• Demonstrate research expertise in climate mitigation, land-use, climate and health, or health impact assessment, with LMIC experience.
• Experience with universities, funders and scientific/research organisations and communities.
• Ability to communicate complex information across diverse audiences and seniority levels.
• Strong writing skills with the ability to synthesise information.

Responsibilities

• Deliver impactful work by providing technical expertise across activities such as expert consultations, funding decisions, and producing reports and reviews.
• Collaborate across Wellcome to share knowledge and insights from the Climate & Health portfolio, helping to shape solutions and strengthen organisational understanding.
• Build partnerships with stakeholders by maintaining active relationships with grant holders, monitoring research progress and culture, and promoting diversity and inclusion across funded projects.
• Engage with external experts through scoping interviews, workshops, and selecting and working with advisors to ensure high-quality input into Climate & Health decision-making.
• Manage strategic initiatives (in particular relating to: land-use, climate and health; and health co-benefits in an LMIC context), by leading projects, liaising with partners, and coordinating across teams to deliver outcomes aligned with Climate & Health's goals.
• Champion inclusive practice and accountability by fostering a diverse and collaborative culture, managing risks and budgets responsibly, and ensuring compliance with Wellcome's policies.

Job description

Wellcome Trust in London is seeking a Research Manager to support the Mitigation Team within the Climate and Health Research Programme. You will identify, develop and manage funding for a range of projects and coordinate learning through calls, commissions and scoping contracts.

You will lead initiatives across the mitigation portfolio, engage with external experts, build partnerships with grant holders and ensure delivery aligns with climate and health goals while promoting inclusive practice