Research Manager

Elrha is a global organisation that finds solutions to complex humanitarian problems through research and innovation.

We are looking to recruit a Research Manager for our new Non-Communicable Disease programme.

In this role you will have the opportunity to deliver a groundbreaking research project that documents and promotes innovative, locally developed approaches to Cardio-Metabolic Disease (CMD) prevention and care in humanitarian crises. You will manage the project from inception to delivery, engaging with research partners, humanitarian stakeholders, and internal teams to ensure that findings drive real change in policy, practice, and future investment. Beyond research management, you'll contribute to Elrha's strategic direction on NCDs in crises, representing our work at key events and supporting broader programme activities.

Your application will need to demonstrate:

• Experience of commissioning and managing research projects in partnership with research institutions, particularly in humanitarian or crisis-affected settings. Strong background in developing, convening, and leading workshops, events, and working groups, ideally focused on NCD prevention and care.
• An understanding of NCD public health programme approaches, global standards, and guidance, as well as the linkages between research, policy, and practice in humanitarian settings. Familiarity with key humanitarian health stakeholders, including UN agencies, operational organisations, and coordination mechanisms at country, regional, and global levels.
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to plan, prioritise, and deliver high-quality research outputs under tight deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences, present in professional forums, and build collaborative relationships across sectors.
• Proven ability to synthesise complex research findings into accessible, high-impact outputs, such as policy briefs and reports, tailored for different stakeholders. Track record of securing funding, engaging with donors, and contributing to strategic initiatives that advance NCD prevention and care in crises.
• An interest in the humanitarian or development sectors, ideally demonstrated through academic qualifications and/or paid or voluntary work.

Experience of health innovation principles and practice would also be an advantage.

If you want to be part of an organisation that creates positive change in the humanitarian sector, then join us and we'll give you every opportunity to succeed.

PLEASE NOTE: Appointment to this role is subject to confirmation of funding. We anticipate that this confirmation will come towards the end of March.

We offer:

• Remote working as standard – staff can access office bases in London, Cardiff, Edinburgh and Manchester if required/appropriate. We expect staff to attend team meetings and away days in person as required.
• As standard we work 35 hours per week. We are also happy to discuss flexible working patterns and many of our staff work non-standard working hours.
• Our benefits include minimum 5% employer pension contribution (3% employee contribution), life cover, organisational sick pay, family friendly pay and leave schemes; incremental increase in annual leave (26 day basic entitlement) depending on length of service, opportunities for learning and development, a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and retail discounts platform.

Note for applicants:

• Candidates must have the independent right to work in the UK at the time of appointment as we are unable to support visa sponsorship for this role.
• Please read through the job description for a detailed list of requirements, and ensure you complete the personal statement to explain how you feel you meet the requirements of the role and why you feel this is next career move for you.
• When applying you will be taken through the Save the Children UK recruitment system. Elrha is an independent subsidiary of SCUK and benefits from some SCUK systems and processes.
• For any questions, please contact the HR team at.
• We reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a very high volume of applications.
• We do not use recruitment agencies.
• Appointment to this position will be subject to confirmation of a funding agreement.

Closing date: 30 March 2025

Interview dates: w/c 7 April

About Elrha

Elrha is a global organisation that finds solutions to complex humanitarian problems through research and innovation. We fund and support projects that go on to shape the way in which people across the world are supported during a crisis. We're an established and respected part of the humanitarian community, working closely and meaningfully with our fellow networks and actors to make change happen.

Read our strategy: shaping the future: our strategy for research and innovation in humanitarian response 2023 - 2040. It sets out how we'll work with our community to realise its potential in humanitarian response, and how we'll capture the real change and improvements to the lives of people affected by crisis.

Our strategy sets out our values by which we hold ourselves accountable as individuals and as an organisation and employer.

• Putting people at the centre
• Working with others
• Acting responsibly
• Committed to learning
• Inspiring change

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Elrha is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work both external and internal. We strive to be an inclusive employer and particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups such as returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people who are LGBTQ+, from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, from different nations and regions, and from less advantaged socioeconomic backgrounds.

Please ensure you read the full job description, the Recruitment Pack, and complete the Personal Statement as requested in the application process. We look forward to hearing from you.