Global Infectious Disease Policy Lead

wellcome; Greater London; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellcome Trust in London is seeking a Policy Adviser to join the global health policy team, focusing on infectious diseases. You will lead policy projects, develop evidence-based recommendations, and collaborate across Policy, Government Relations, and Strategic Partnerships to shape health policy.

You will build relationships with policymakers and experts, represent Wellcome in forums, and help deliver high-impact advocacy and communications strategies while working in a fast-paced, inclusive

Qualifications

• Experience of developing and influencing policy, including working with governments, multilateral organisations or other policy stakeholders to support policy change.
• Demonstrable experience of producing high-quality policy analysis, recommendations, briefings or other written outputs for senior decision-makers.
• Experience of building and influencing relationships with a range of policy stakeholders to achieve agreed outcomes.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex scientific, technical or policy information and translate it into clear, actionable messages.
• Experience working on policy issues relating to infectious disease, global health, public health, and/or R&D is highly desirable; international experience in Africa and/or South/South-East Asia is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver policy projects that support Wellcome's strategic priorities, taking ownership of significant workstreams from planning through to delivery.
• Conduct analysis, develop evidence-based recommendations, and produce high-quality briefings, reports and policy products that help shape decision-making and influence change.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Policy, Government Relations, Strategic Partnerships and Corporate Affairs to deliver effective advocacy, engagement and communications strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external partners, policymakers and subject matter experts to strengthen collaboration and maximise the impact of Wellcome's work and funding.
• Represent Wellcome in internal and external forums, sharing expertise, influencing discussions and contributing to the organisation's reputation as a trusted voice in health and research policy.
• Contribute to a high-performing and inclusive team culture by supporting colleagues, managing risks and resources effectively, and helping deliver cross-team priorities in line with Wellcome's values, policies and objectives.

Skills

Policy analysis

Stakeholder management

Evidence-based recommendations

Cross-team collaboration

Job description

Wellcome Trust in London is seeking a Policy Adviser to join the global health policy team, focusing on infectious diseases. You will lead policy projects, develop evidence-based recommendations, and collaborate across Policy, Government Relations, and Strategic Partnerships to shape health policy.

You will build relationships with policymakers and experts, represent Wellcome in forums, and help deliver high-impact advocacy and communications strategies while working in a fast-paced, inclusive