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Join a leading charitable foundation driving global health advancements at an exciting time of strategic expansion.
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Salary £86600
Location London, UK - Hybrid
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The Wellcome Trust is a renowned global charitable foundation dedicated to improving health worldwide through science funding, policy advocacy, and partnerships. Poised to invest £16bn over the next decade, the Trust is tackling critical health challenges such as mental health, infectious disease, and climate impact on health.
- Engage in meaningful work as part of the Government Relations and Strategic Partnerships team, focusing on significant international programs in Kenya, Malawi, and South Africa.
- Cultivate strategic partnerships and influence policy to further the Trust's mission in global health.
- Proven international public affairs or government relations experience in Africa.
- Expertise in global health advocacy and political advisory in complex settings, with a strong track record in the African region and/or government.
- Ability to thrive in a flexible, hybrid work environment, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
To apply, submit your CV and a brief application. The selection process includes a presentation and a written exercise. We are dedicated to a fair and inclusive recruitment process and provide support for applicants with disabilities or long-term conditions.
The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships. We plan to spend £16bn over the next ten years, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and taking on three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease and climate and health.
The role entails working as part of a broader Government Relations and Strategic Partnerships (GRSP) team within the Policy & Partnerships division, reporting to the Head of Global Government Relations. This role will work closely with teams internally who manage our Major International Programmes which are large portfolios in Kenya, Malawi and South Africa.
Job requirements include experience of public affairs or government relations work internationally in the Africa Region, experience of working in global health advocacy programmes as well as experience of preparing political advice for team leaders and senior officials in complex environments, with track record in Africa region and/or government.
Benefits include a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best. At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office.
To apply please upload your current CV and complete our short application. As part of the interview process there will be a presentation and written exercise. Interview dates: week commencement 10 of February.
Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to cultivating a fair and inclusive environment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includes making adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition.
