Project Support Officer

Jackson Hogg; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A health innovation organisation in Newcastle is searching for a Project Support professional to assist with managing healthcare innovation projects. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational and communication skills, alongside a keen interest in healthcare transformation. Responsibilities include project coordination, governance support, and maintaining project records. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic team focused on impactful healthcare innovations.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting multiple projects in a complex environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication across stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to innovation projects.
• Monitor project timelines and deliverables.
• Prepare governance meeting documentation.
• Maintain project records and document libraries.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Curiosity for innovation

Job description

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a regional health innovation organisation working at the intersection of the NHS, academia, and industry. This role is designed to support a portfolio of projects that drive the identification, protection, development, and adoption of healthcare innovation across the region.

This position is ideally suited to someone with strong organisational skills and an interest in innovation, research, and healthcare transformation. You’ll be working as part of a dynamic team that supports projects with real-world impact—bringing new ideas, technologies, and processes into health and care systems.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Programme Support

• Provide administrative and coordination support to innovation projects across a range of thematic areas.
• Monitor project timelines, key milestones, and deliverables to ensure successful delivery.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of project pathways and digital tracking systems (e.g. innovation management platforms).
• Undertake light-touch research and assist with drafting project briefs, initiation documents, and evaluation reports.
• Work collaboratively with project leads to capture data and insights that demonstrate impact and return on investment.

Governance & Reporting

• Prepare and support governance meetings (agendas, minutes, action tracking, etc.).
• Assist with the collation and submission of quarterly assurance reports and internal updates.
• Support procurement activities, including preparation and administration of documentation within approved frameworks.

Operational Support

• Maintain up-to-date project records and document libraries across shared platforms.
• Coordinate legal documentation and facilitate invoice/payment processes as required.
• Contribute to maintaining efficient administrative systems and collaborative team practices.
• Identify and escalate risks, issues or blockers to the relevant project or line manager.

Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting multiple projects in a complex or fast-paced environment.
• Is highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Communicates clearly and professionally across multiple stakeholders.
• Works well independently but thrives in a collaborative, team-based culture.
• Demonstrates flexibility, initiative, and a solution-focused mindset.
• Brings curiosity and enthusiasm for innovation in health and care.