Development and Support Manager (XN06)
| Posting date: | 23 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £38,682.00 to £46,580.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £38682.00 - £46580.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 February 2026 |
| Location: | Leeds, LS9 7TF |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | C9298-MDI-178 |
Summary
The Development and Support Manager will play a crucial role in the development and delivery of NIHR Development and Support Programmes. The purpose of the Development and Support Manager post is to: Manage part of the portfolio of work delivered bv the development and support team including leadership and mentoring provisions Provide day-to-day programme management including programme recruitment, reporting, communications and liaison with suppliers that support both the leadership development and mentoring programmes of work Hold responsibility for stakeholder communications both within the NIHR Academy and across the wider organisation in relation to the suite of learning and development programmes and provisions Supporting the development of the Development and Support programmes offer to encompass a wider target population with consideration of specialist needs Provide data and reports to evaluate the effectiveness and return on investment of the development and support programmes and make suggestions for further improvement and enhancement Provide ad hoc support for the delivery of other Development and Support programmes and provisions Lead in the development of the agenda of relevant steering groups and contract management meetings and provide secretariat support Support the development and delivery of the portfolio of development and support programmes delivered by the team to support key stakeholder groups and special interest groups. The post holder is required to work flexibly across the organisation; the portfolio of work is likely to vary over time as will the balance of administrative and development duties. The post holder is largely expected to work on their own, using their own initiative guided by the broad principles and NIHR Academy policies supported by the Development & Support Manager and Senior Team. Development and Support Activities Work closely with the Senior Development and Support Manager to ensure appropriate growth and development of Development and Support Programmes Work on development and support activities using own initiative in line with NIHR Academy policies and procedures Work closely with the Development and Support Officer to effectively deliver the programmes of work Work with the Communications team to support eligible NIHR Academy Members to access Development and Support programmes Provide support to Development and Support programmes and look for opportunities to promote the leadership development and mentorship programmes within existing development and support programme channels Work with workforce leads cross NIHR and other stakeholders including the Department of Health and Social Care Work closely with the finance team to manage the programme budget and provide regular financial reporting General Programme Activities Be responsible for programme recruitment and maintaining relationships with existing programme participants Manage and review the recruitment process ensuring it is appropriate and remains fit for purpose Organising programme training opportunities Support contract management of external suppliers and subject matter experts Report on the success and impact of the programmes through written papers and presentations to the appropriate stakeholder groups Write reports and working papers as required to provide updates on the programmes Identify opportunities for growth and development of the programmes to better serve the NIHR community Develop and communicate standard operating procedures for the programmes and associated activities Manage the cycle and timing of programme activities Develop materials to support Development and Support programmes - e.g. onboarding documentation, communications to promote the programme, standard operating procedures Identify training needs and plan appropriate support/intervention for internal and external stakeholders Manage contracts and stakeholders associated with the development and support programmes Review Development and Support training materials and content and provide feedback to the provider where necessary Communications Work closely with the communications team to develop and implement communications plans to promote development and support programmes and attract relevant target audiences Communicate regularly with stakeholders to maintain relationships and ensure their satisfaction with the programme Communicate with award holders, both those who are joining Development and Support programmes and those within the community who may wish to join in the future Identify opportunities to communicate and network with a wider range of NIHR stakeholders to grow the potential mentor pool Communicate verbally and in writing with staff and stakeholders at all levels in a confident and professional manner Communicate with a range of people nationally at all levels of seniority both internal and external to the NIHR Academy in line with DHSC policies Develop and nurture strong nationally-based networks and positive and collaborative working relationships within NIHR, HEIs, NHS Trusts and other health-related organisations, particularly at the level of senior research leaders/sponsors to benefit the NIHR Academy programmes. General Be aware of best practice and trends in leadership development and mentoring to be able to inform and advise colleagues as required and influence the development of the development and support programmes Undertaking any ad hoc initiatives as required by the NIHR Academy Executive Board members.