PRISM Agri-Food Research & Innovation (R&I) Co-ordinator

North West Regional College; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Northern Ireland is seeking a PRISM Agri-Food Research & Innovation (R&I) Co-ordinator to lead innovation and sustainability initiatives within SMEs. The role requires a Level 5 or 3 qualification in Food or Drink Development, along with relevant experience. This is a temporary position for 3 years, predominantly based at SMEs' premises in Limavady. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience with a Level 5 qualification in Food or Drink Development.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with a Level 3 qualification in Food or Drink Development.
• Current driving license and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Lead innovation and decarbonisation activities within SMEs in the Agri-Food sector.
• Support a minimum of eight SMEs in identifying low-carbon solutions.
• Co-design strategies for improving efficiency and sustainability.

Skills

Food or Drink Development knowledge

Sustainable practices interest

Experience in food and drink Manufacturing

Education

Level 5 qualification in Food/Drink Development, Technology or Manufacturing

Level 3 qualification in Food/Drink Development, Technology or Manufacturing

Job description

PRISM Agri-Food Research & Innovation (R&I) Co-ordinator

The post holder will act as an embedded R&I Co-ordinator Agri-Food, to lead innovation and decarbonisation activities within participating SMEs/Companies.

Responsibilities

• See Job Description
• The post holder will co-design and embed strategies that drive measurable improvements in efficiency, sustainability, and competitiveness across the participating SMEs.
• The role will provide targeted, research-led support to a minimum of eight SMEs/companies within the Agri-Food sector, helping them identify and implement low-carbon solutions, sustainable practices, and process or product innovations.
• Additionally, they will support the PRISM Agri-Food Cluster Manager and Foodovation Centre to ensure successful delivery of the PRISM programme.

Skills and Qualifications

• Have at least a Level 5 qualification in the area of Food or Drink Development, Technology or Manufacturing AND at least 1 years experience in food and drink Development, Technology or Manufacturing with a keen interest in sustainable practices.
• OR Have at least a Level 3 qualification in the area of Food or Drink Development, Technology or Manufacturing AND at least 3 years experience in food and drink Development, Technology or Manufacturing with a keen interest in sustainable practices.
• Have current driving licence and access to a car. Applicants with a disability who have been prevented from obtaining a driving licence due to their disability (as defined by the DDA 1995) are eligible to apply

Further Information

Location: SMEs’/companies’ premises/Limavady/Strand Road CampusThe College is seeking applications for x3 PRISM Agri-Food Research & Innovation (R&I) Co-ordinator fixed term for 3 years.The postholders will be based at the SMEs/companies premises with limited time spent at the Strand Road Campus or Limavady Campus.PRISM - Powering Research & Innovation for Sustainable Manufacturing is supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).

Vacancy ID 1740402 Job ref. 02750/25 Job Sector Food Production,Environmental, Health and Safety,Manufacturing Area Derry or Londonderry Location Derry/Londonderry and Limavady Salary £31,586 - £35,235 per annum No. vacancies 3 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 36 Published date 17/10/2025 Closing date 31/10/2025 Worktime Monday - Friday

Area: Derry or Londonderry
Closing date: 06 Nov 2025

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 07 Nov 2025