A team of researchers from the School of Public Health at Imperial College London are seeking an experienced Public Engagement Coordinator and Evaluator to support the public engagement elements of a research project exploring the health and societal impacts of air pollution, and the benefits of strategies to meet the UK Government’s target to bring greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050.

Air pollution, the largest single environmental risk factor in the UK, is associated with the premature deaths of 28,000 – 36,000 people each year and affects the poorest in society the most. This study, led by Dr Sean Beevers, aims to understand the air quality, health and economic benefits of a range of future climate policy scenarios in 2030, 2040 and 2050. The research team will have ongoing dialogue with patients and young people throughout the project, who will inform and shape the study design and influence how the research is shared more widely with public audiences.

A significant public engagement element of the project will see dedicated workshops run with 15-25 year olds to co-develop an art installation that will foster dialogue on the future health impacts of air pollution and climate change amongst young people.

Project Coordinator

Fee: £7,000 - approximately 20 days spread across two years (Mar 2021- Jul 2022).

The Public Engagement Coordinator’s role is to oversee, inform and drive the project’s public engagement elements involving young people and the co-development of the artistic piece, ensuring engagement and involvement of the research team throughout, and that activities are delivered on time, in budget, and to a high quality.

For more information and specifics of this role please view the brief.

Evaluator

Evaluator: £7,000 - approximately 20 days spread across two years (Mar 2021- Jul 2022)

The Evaluator’s role is to oversee and drive evaluation of the project from start to finish ensuring engagement and involvement of the research team throughout. The Evaluator will support the research team to refine their intended outcomes and develop and implement relevant strategies to capture impact of planned activities.

For more information and specifics of this role please view the brief.

These posts will be based in the School of Public Health at Imperial College London, with onboarding and oversight provided by Impact and Engagement Services at King’s College London.

Application Process

Please send the following by 17:00 GMT on 17 January 2021.

· A brief cover letter, outlining your interest and suitability for the role (max. one side A4)

· CV (max. two sides A4)

· Portfolio addendum (max. two sides A4)

· Names and contact details for two references

If candidates are interested in applying for both roles, please indicate experience in both project management and evaluation in your statement of interest.

We welcome applications from all sections of society, particularly from people who are from underrepresented backgrounds, identify as LGBTQ+ and/or have a disability.

To submit your application or if you have any questions please contact Mel Davies.