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Policy Associates

£27,300 - £27,300
 

Job Description

Originally developed and launched by the Queen Mary Global Policy Institute (QMGPI) team in 2021, the 2024 Policy Associate Scheme is co-hosted by QMGPI and the Mile End Institute.



Queen Mary Global Policy Institute



The mission of the Queen Mary Global Policy Institute (QMGPI) is to be a leader in global research and policy solutions, upholding Queen Mary’s commitment to positive social change, community participation and diversity of views. The Institute works across multidisciplinary Strategic Pathways of Rights, Inclusion and Diversity (migration, surveillance, and the rule of law); Resilience and Sustainability (community cohesion, planetary health and biodiversity, and innovation and artificial intelligence); and Health, Recovery and Reform (reform of healthcare system, trauma and recovery).   



The Institute takes Queen Mary's world class research and helps to translate this expertise into positive social and practical dividends by addressing key global problems across a range of policy areas.



The QMGPI helps to make Queen Mary’s research relevant, useful, shared and impactful through a human centred vision that transforms policy and practice. Our aim is to improve the lives of the communities to which we all at Queen Mary are connected to.



 



Mile End Institute



The Mile End Institute (MEI) was founded in 2015 and brings together politicians, policymakers, the Queen Mary community, and the public to debate the major challenges facing East London and the UK. Our team of academics and policy professionals aim to stimulate and inform policy debate to achieve more effective decision-making, policy delivery and accountability across government and civil society. MEI staff and Fellows have direct experience of working in both academia and public policy, bringing a comprehensive understanding of practical policy processes, alongside the historical and political context in which policy debates and decisions are made. 



 



We are looking for up to 7 Policy Associates (4 based with QMGPI and 3 based with the MEI) to join our teams this winter. Associates will work with senior colleagues from both Institutes, Queen Mary academics and other internal and external stakeholders to co-design, develop and deliver a diverse programme of activity and engagement. We welcome applications from Queen Mary students from all degree levels (undergraduate, Masters and PhD).

 



The opportunity will be structured in such a way as to ensure that interns can point to tangible achievements at the conclusion of the internship. A commitment of 10 hours per week is envisaged, with the scheduling of working hours to be agreed based on the course timetable of successful candidates.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Audrey Tan, Policy Partnerships Manager (audrey.tan@qmul.ac.uk).



Please see QMGPI-MEI news item for further information.



 



 



Associates may be invited to work on the following:




  • Mapping internal Queen Mary expertise in relation to QMGPI and MEI strategic themes

  • Supporting the Institutes’ social media presences

  • Internal promotion of the Institutes within Queen Mary

  • Media and press activity

  • Researching potential funding and collaboration opportunities

  • Database development and maintenance

  • Development of executive education / continual professional development opportunities

  • Any other duties as required



 



Deliverables during the Internship:




  • Co-authorship, editing and curation of QMGPI and MEI opinion pieces and blogs

  • Coordination and drafting of responses to Parliamentary Select Committee inquiries and other Government consultations

  • Planning, organisation and delivery of events

    • A reflective, written blog piece

    • A video blog/diary

    • Project deliverables as specified by supervisors





Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in any subject (completed or studying towards)



 



To be considered for this opportunity, please note that all applicants will need to submit a CV and complete the following application form: https://forms.office.com/e/u0hKUCdrZz



 



Skills

To be considered for this opportunity, please note that all applicants will need to submit a CV and complete the following application form: https://forms.office.com/e/u0hKUCdrZz



 



Essential




  • A clear interest and/or experience in the GPI strategic themes

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Excellent drafting, report writing and proof reading skills

  • Experience in the organisation and servicing of events

  • Full proficiency in Microsoft Office

  • Self-starter, with experience of working independently

  • An interest in international issues and policy development



 



Desirable:




  • Current QM postgraduate student (Masters or PhD)

  • Experience of managing social media accounts

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We wish to appoint a student who will support the South London Stroke Register (SLSR) team within the School of Life Course and Population Sciences with the entry and verification of research data. The SLRS, led by the stroke research group at King?s College London, is the largest and longest running registry of stroke patients internationally, with over 8,600 patients registered since 1995. It aims to recruit all patients with a first stroke in a defined geographical area of South London to estimate the incidence, acute care and short- and long-term needs of stroke survivors in a multi-ethnic inner-city population. The cohort is used by multi-disciplinary groups to address relevant questions to the local population and stroke survivors, and also at a national and international level. The post holder will work within a multi-disciplinary team and in close collaboration with the data and programme manager and fieldworkers of the SLSR. Key duties will involve: ? Entry of questionnaire data into the study software (Teleform) ? Verification and review of the entered research/health data



Qualifications

No specific qualifications are required for the job. 



Skills

No specific prior experience or skills required. General IT knowledge expected and basic medical knowledge is useful; we will instruct the applicant in the relevant software (Teleform).
 

  1. Support student lifecycle processes from pre-enrolment activities, through induction and registration to graduation and beyond, utilising systems and databases- e.g. student records systems and virtual learning environments ? accordingly, and in accordance with best practice, ensuring consistency of data and identifying and resolving issues. 
  2. Support all student assessment processes in line with university deadlines and regulations and faculty and external requirements. 
  3. Supporting finance processes for the On campus and Distance Learning courses including right to work checks and organising payments to academics.  
  4. Take responsibility for resolving students? and academics? enquiries, including face-to-face and via email, responding within agreed timeframes and escalating complex enquiries as appropriate. 
  5. Organise course timetable?s including organising external staff, room booking and communicating this with students.  
  6. Assist in ensuring that quality assurance requirements and, where required, accreditation requirements are met for relevant programmes.  
  7. Support student, module and programme evaluation processes in line with current university best practice. 
  8. Servicing committees as directed by your line manager. 
  9. Actively participate in the development and improvement of programmes and processes to support students and academic staff through identifying and suggesting improvements based on user feedback. 
  10. Work flexibly as part of a team, supporting others in times of high-volume activity, providing cover and supporting the training and development of new staff members. 
  11. Take responsibility for own performance and development, through agreeing clear performance objectives, maintaining up-to-date knowledge and reflecting on own performance. 
  12. Take personal accountability for the data quality of student records, ensuring records are accurately maintained in accordance with the agreed retention schedules. 
  13. Ensure all work is carried out in a professional and timely manner, with appropriate confidentiality and sensitivity. Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the data protection requirements. 


Qualifications

None



Skills

1. Excellent written and oral communication skills including the ability to draft documents and correspondence. 

2. Strong numeracy skills and ability to analyse complex numerical data. 

3. Excellent organization and time management skills. 

4. Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages and the ability to work on new systems. 

5. Methodical, detail oriented and flexible in approach to work, maintaining a high level of accuracy. 

6. Ability to work with a broad range of stakeholders in a professional and assured manner. 

7. Proactive with the ability to work independently as well as delivering within a team. 

8. Curious, customer service-oriented approach with a commitment to personal accountability and continuous improvement. 

9. Comfortable with adapting to change, driving own professional development. 

10. Commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace.

11. Experience in the use of databases, student records systems (such as SITS) and website content management systems. 

12. Prior experience of working in a customer facing environment.

13. Experience of using virtual learning environments.

Monday 6th January Guys Campus

Applicants must NOT be part of the Physiotherapy course at King's College London or the Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine.

You will be invigilating for Physiotherapy students taking their Objective Structured Clinical Exams (OSCE).

Key responsibilities   

  • To support the Lead Invigilator in carrying out their duties by attending briefing sessions prior to and following exam sessions as required.  
  • To assist with setting up the circuit(s): putting out clipboards, sharp pencils, and rubbers inside each station. 
  • Assist with the set-up of equipment (training will be given for the setting up of props or the resetting of station equipment). 
  • To assist students before the exam begins, ensuring that all students are correctly located and ready for the exam.   
  • To invigilate the examination circuits and guide students between stations during the exam.  
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  • Be the first response for examiner questions or concerns, raising issues with the lead invigilator or senior examiner quickly and efficiently. 
  • To vigilantly monitor the room/allocated area throughout the exam in session whilst not disrupting the candidates; and ensuring a calm environment conducive to supporting students to be successful in their exams.  
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  • To promptly report any incidents that may impact a candidate's performance to the Lead Invigilator, Circuit Lead (Marshall), OSCE Site Lead, or Senior Examiner. 
  • To ensure that, at the end of the exam, all iPads and materials are collected and returned to the relevant place according to set procedures as advised by the Lead Invigilator.   


Qualifications

N/A



Skills
  • Available for Monday 6th January 2025
  • Available for a prompt start at 08:00 to 17:30.
  • Professional.
  • Observant.
  • Shows initiative.
  • Handles confidential documents responsibly.
  • Available for the full duration of the exam.
  • Applicants must NOT be part of the Physiotherapy course at King's College London or the Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine.
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