Newcastle University
PPIE Manager
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Patient and Public Involvement (PPI/E) Manager (Part-Time)
Newcastle University Salary: £36,636 to £38,784 with progression to £46,049 per annum Hours: 22.2 hrs per week Fixed-term until 31/07/2030 Closing Date: 15 July 2026 Vacancy Ref: 29496
Newcastle University offers an excellent working environment with comprehensive benefits, including a subsidised holiday package, competitive pension schemes, and health and wellbeing initiatives.
About the Role
The NIHR Maternity Disparities Consortium (NIHR MDC) is a £50m, five-year NIHR initiative supported by a diverse consortium of organisations. The project seeks to drive improvements in maternity outcomes and foster future research leadership in addressing disparities before, during, and after pregnancy.
Based at Newcastle University (Responsible for Research and Capacity Development), this role will also collaborate closely with the University of Birmingham team (Responsible for Research). While blended working is supported, the role expects the majority of time to be spent on-site.
The consortium operates across three themes, two workstreams, and two core functions, with a strong focus on Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPI/E) to ensure research is grounded in lived experience.
Key Objectives:
- Co-develop and implement the consortium’s PPI/E strategy.
- Embed meaningful public/patient representation across all consortium activities.
- Enhance diverse public engagement to inform research and ensure inclusivity.
- Foster collaboration with Community Engagement and Coproduction (CECP) leads.
Key Responsibilities
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Strategic and Operational Leadership
- Support the development and delivery of the consortium’s PPI/E strategy.
- Proactively identify PPI/E opportunities within themes and workstreams.
- Collaborate with CECP leads to establish PPI/E training, workshops, and capacity-building programs.
- Coordinate evaluation processes and reporting (e.g., for Researchfish compliance).
Community Engagement
- Act as a liaison and point of contact for PPI/E contributors across all consortium activities.
- Advocate for equitable public/patient involvement, particularly in underserved populations.
- Develop and deliver public engagement programs using innovative approaches.
Financial & Logistical Management
- Manage the consortium’s PPI/E budget, working with the Programme Manager.
- Ensure compliance with data protection legislation in all activities.
Advocacy & Dissemination
- Develop accessible written materials and publicity content to raise awareness of maternity disparities.
- Facilitate PPI-informed dissemination of research findings to professionals, policymakers, and the public.
- Network with local, regional, and national PPI/E groups to share best practices.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Support the PPI/E representatives within the Executive Group and capacity development forums.
- Chair and manage public engagement events.
Requirements & Skills
Essential
- Experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating PPI/E strategies, preferably within research.
- Project management skills with the ability to work across multiple projects.
- Networking experience with community groups, voluntary sectors, and patient involvement organisations.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for engaging diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multi-professional team.
- Proficiency in IT systems and event organisation.
- Confidentiality and sensitivity in handling patient/member communications.
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Desirable
- Experience in healthcare or higher education research environments.
- Familiarity with maternity care research priorities.
Attributes & Behaviours
- Planning & Organisation: Effective time/resource management.
- Communication: Tailored, clear, and accurate engagement across audiences.
- Service Delivery: Aligning efforts with stakeholder expectations.
- Research Awareness: Staying updated on PPI/E best practices and funder priorities.
Qualifications
- Degree-level qualification or equivalent plus extensive relevant experience.
Why Work at Newcastle University?
Newcastle University is a global institution promoting diversity, inclusion, and equality. We commit to supporting colleagues from all backgrounds and uphold high standards of employment practices through:
- Gold Athena Swan award for gender equality.
- Bronze Race Equality Charter recognition.
- Disability Confident employer status.
- Participation in Euraxess, supporting international researchers.
Note: This is a part-time role for 22.2 hours per week.
Inquiries
For informal discussions, contact Emma Campbell at emma.campbell@ncl.ac.uk.
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