Title:Programme Manager Grants Reports to:Head of Research Direct reports:Translational & Clinical Research Coordinator Grants & Survivorship Research Coordinator Grants Contract type:Specific Purpose Contract - Maternity Cover. Potential Start date 1st April 2025 Hours:Full-time(35hoursperweek) Mon Fri 9am to 5pm. Location:The Society operates a hybrid working model with a combination of remote and in-person (Dublin office) working. Office attendance days are Wednesday & Thursday weekly. __________________________________________________________________________________________ Purpose of the role: The Programme Manager - Grants will be responsible for: Overseethe Societys competitive research grant call programmes. Management of the research grants programme team Project management of large, cross-organisational strategic partnerships People Management Recruit,developandmanagetheresearch grants programme teamincludingperformancemanagement, training requirements and application of the Societys annual appraisal process. Assesstrainingneedsofnewandexistingstaffandorganisetrainingasappropriate. Project Management and Programme Evaluation Lead out on the day-to-day management of our large strategic partnerships. Work with the Head of Research to develop an annual grant call programme and budget. Continually look for ways to develop and implement improvements to thegrant management processes, and work to develop and update policies and procedures for our annual grant calls. Manage the day-to-day implementation of the Irish Cancer Society annual competitive grant call programme. Oversee the post-award processes including the ongoing management of currently funded researchers. Stakeholder & relationship management Identify new opportunities to reach out to the cancer research community in Ireland and encourage them to consider applying for Irish Cancer Society grants. Develop and maintain working relationships with funded researchers. Keep up to date with cancer research developments and with the research calls published by other funding bodies. Assist in the development and delivery of research communications plan with the Advocacy & Communications department to include research communications, marketing, advertising and public relations. Work with the other members of the Research Department to ensure that the patient voice is embedded in the Societys grant calls. Be familiar with relevant international (including European) cancer research developments and their implications for Ireland. Who you are? Skilled scientific writer:excellent writing and editing skills, ability to draft and edit scientific reports. Independent: you will have the ability to work on your own initiative. Adaptable team player:you will work flexibly and collaboratively within your direct team and with colleagues across the organisation. An effective and engaging communicator: you will have excellent and engaging communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, with an ability to interact effectively, efficiently and appropriately with staff, senior managers, public and external organisations. Organised and efficient:you will be highly organised and efficient in your work, with a strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively to deadlines. Good decision making and negotiation skills:ability to make decisions using good judgement and reasoning, as well as experience with negotiating difficult situations. Flexible:you will have a flexible approach with the ability to work in a methodical and organised fashion. Technology savvy: you will have a high level of proficiency in the MS Office suite, and experience of working with databases, as well Your qualifications and experience Educated to PhD level. >3 years experience working in relevant professional field. Demonstrated experience in project management. Excellent networking skills. Demonstrated experience in managing people. Excellent knowledge of university structures, research environment and academic procedures. The closing date for applications is close of business, Wed 12th February 2025 The Irish Cancer Society is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees. We know that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. WE DO NOT REQUIRE THE ASSISTANCE OF AGENCIES Please note all CVs are logged through a 3rd party system for processing. Some of our benefits: 23 days Annual Leave a year or Pro Rata equivalent, plus public holidays, Good Friday and Christmas Eve (if it falls on a working day) Service Days - Additional days awarded to reflect long service with the Society. Sick Pay Scheme (following Probationary period) Flexitime Defined Contribution Pension Scheme (after 6 months) Group membership for VHI and HSF (health plans) Bus/Rail Ticket Scheme and Cycle to Work Scheme Death In Service Benefit (from commencement of employment) Paid Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity, Adoptive, Force Majeure and compassionate Leave) Learning and Development Programmes Educational Assistance (Study and Examination Leave) Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Optional Flu vaccine provided Skills: Education PhD level Project Management Networking skills Scientific Writer Adaptable team player Engaging communicator Organised Benefits: Flexi Time Laptop Paid Holidays Parking Pension