Head of CPSP Global Strategy
The Opportunity:
The University of Edinburgh’s Centre for Pesticide Suicide Prevention (CPSP) is seeking a dynamic and visionary Head of CPSP Global Strategy. In this role, you will contribute to a £10M research and implementation programme focused on global health and pesticide regulation, providing intellectual leadership for the Centre. You will build and nurture key relationships with UN Agencies, global civil society organisations, and the private sector to drive impactful changes in pesticide regulation, particularly the elimination of Highly Hazardous Pesticides (HHPs) from agriculture. This is a unique opportunity to lead strategic initiatives that will save lives and protect health globally.
This post is fixed term (until 31st August 2027) and full-time (35 hours per week); however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.
Your skills and attributes for success:
• Extensive experience in agriculture policy, sustainable development, and global health.
• Proven ability to engage with UN bodies and international frameworks related to pesticide regulation.
• Strong strategic leadership and relationship management skills, with the ability to navigate complex policy landscapes.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to influence and negotiate with high-level stakeholders.
• Experience in managing large-scale, multi-country projects with a focus on public health and regulatory initiatives.
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As a valued member of our team you can expect:
• A competitive salary of Grade UE10 £75,498 - £88,601 per annum
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits.
Championing equality, diversity and inclusion
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.
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On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is 3rd October 2024.
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