Reference: SEP20252541 Expiry date: 17:59, Sun, 12th Oct 2025 Location: Liverpool Salary: £33,482.00 - £38,249.00 Per Annum Benefits: 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, plus Christmas closure days Duration: Fixed-term appointment to 29th February 2028 Full-Time, Fixed-term appointment to 29 th February 2028 Based in Liverpool with occasional national and international travel The Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is seeking a Programme Officer - Enterprise & Innovation to join our dynamic and growing Enterprise & Innovation (E&I) team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of high-impact global health programmes that are shaping innovation and enterprise both in the UK and across low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) About the Role As Programme Officer, you will provide dedicated programme management and operational support across a diverse portfolio of innovation and enterprise initiatives. You will work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure the successful delivery of programmes - on time, within budget, and in line with both internal processes and funder requirements. This is a hands-on role where you’ll coordinate key programme activities, support stakeholder engagement, and contribute to monitoring, reporting, and financial and administrative processes. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring our programmes deliver measurable impact in global health innovation. Key responsibilities will include: Programme Management and Coordination Support the Operations Manager and Programme Leads in the planning, coordination, and operational delivery of E&I programmes. Develop and maintain programme documentation including project plans, activity trackers, risk registers, and stakeholder engagement logs. Monitor programme activities and progress against milestones and deliverables, supporting reporting requirements for funders and governance groups. Organise and support programme meetings, events, and workshops, including scheduling, preparing agendas, taking minutes, and managing follow-up actions. Assist in the preparation of programme reports, presentations, and documentation for both internal and external audiences. Operational and Administrative Support Provide operational and administrative support for programme delivery, including financial administration, procurement processes, and contracting, ensuring compliance with institutional and funder policies. Maintain accurate programme records and filing systems, ensuring version control and audit-readiness. Support the organisation and logistics for programme-related events, training sessions, and stakeholder engagement activities, including booking venues, arranging travel, and handling participant communications. Liaise effectively with internal LSTM departments such as Finance, Contracts, and Research Governance to support programme operations. Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management Act as a key operational point of contact for programme stakeholders, partners, and collaborators, supporting effective communications and relationship management. Assist in organising stakeholder meetings, partner visits, and knowledge-sharing activities. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work as an integral and flexible member of a fast-paced collaborative environment. You will be able to demonstrate: Degree in relevant field and/or demonstratable professional experience Knowledge of programme or project management principles A demonstrable track record of meeting deadlines Experience supporting complex programmes or projects within a higher education, research, or innovation setting Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders, including academic and professional service teams Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital collaboration tools (e.g. Teams, SharePoint,) (For a full list of essential and desirable criteria please refer to the job description and person specification) Additional benefits of joining LSTM: 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, plus Christmas closure days Generous occupational pension schemes Government backed “cycle to work” scheme. Affiliated, discounted staff membership to the University of Liverpool Sports Centre A range of additional family friendly policies Closing date : 12 th October 2025 Expected date of interviews: 23 rd October 2025 Application Process: Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we may close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for a role. Inclusion is central to our values at LSTM. We seek to attract and recruit people who reflect the diversity across our communities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith or belief, social background, age and disability. LSTM selects candidates based on skills, qualifications, and experience. We welcome conversations about flexible working; and applications from those returning to employment after a break from their careers. About LSTM Founded in 1898 and the oldest of its kind in the world, the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for teaching and research in tropical diseases. Through the creation of effective links with governments, NGOs, private organisations and global institutions and by responding to the health needs of communities, LSTM aims to promote improved health, particularly for people of the less developed/resource poorest countries in the tropics and sub-tropics. LSTM actively promotes Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding Policies