IAA Programme Manager

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Right to work: Please note that it will not be possible for the University to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship to the successful candidate for this position. Therefore, the appointable candidate will need to be eligible to work in the UK or have leave to remain in the UK and associated right to work for the duration of their employment with the University, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

Full-Time, Fixed-Term (until March 2028)

We are seeking an organised and proactive professional to join our Research and Innovation Directorate as IAA Programme Manager.

This is an exciting opportunity to support the University's research impact ambitions, helping researchers translate their work into meaningful benefits for society, culture, policy, the economy and the environment.

Reporting to the Research Impact Manager, you will manage Royal Holloway's Impact Acceleration Accounts (IAAs). We currently hold an Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) IAA for 2023-28.

You will oversee funding calls, support impact projects, monitor budgets and reporting, and provide advice to academics seeking to maximise the impact of their research.

Working closely with academics, external partners and professional services colleagues, you will coordinate a portfolio of impact activities, organise events and training, and ensure effective delivery of the programme in line with funder and university requirements.

About you

You will be an organised and collaborative programme manager with an understanding of research impact and the ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders effectively.

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

A strong understanding of research impact.

Experience of project or programme management.

Experience of budget management and reporting.

Strong organisational, analytical and communication skills.

The ability to build effective relationships with academics, external partners and colleagues across the University.

Experience of supporting collaborative projects, funding schemes, events or training activities.

In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement

• Training and Development opportunities

• Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution

• Various schemes including Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans and help with the cost of Eyesight testing.

• Free parking

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Emily Gow, Emily.Gow@rhul.ac.uk.

For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk.

Please quote the reference: 1026-336

Closing Date: 23:59, 20 October 2026

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Royal Holloway is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), and encourages applications from all people regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, parental status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or trans status or history. More information on our structures and initiatives around EDI, including information on staff diversity networks, can be found on our Equality and Diversity Intranet page.