You will lead the design and delivery of funding competitions and support the development of future funding interventions for the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology. You will work closely with policy, evidence, funding, and cross-government assurance teams to translate strategic priorities into deliverable competitions. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include developing business cases, managing stakeholder engagement, overseeing application materials, and leading initial project mobilisation. Ultimately, this role bridges high-level strategy and practical delivery to drive innovation and improve public outcomes.

What they're looking for

• Experience developing complex policy interventions or funding programmes
• Ability to translate strategic objectives into practical delivery models
• Experience developing business cases and securing assurance
• Strong judgement and track record of managing risks at pace
• Effective stakeholder management and people leadership skills

Nationality requirements

Open to UK, Irish, Commonwealth, EU and Turkish nationals with relevant work rights or settled/pre-settled status.

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