Director of Policy and Communications

About UKRIO The UK Research Integrity Office (UKRIO) is the UK''s national advisory body for research integrity. Established in 2006, UKRIO delivers a wide-ranging programme of guidance and support to enhance good research practice and research culture. About the role Guided by a high profile Board chaired by Dame Linda Partridge, the charity is launching a new five year strategy to deepen and expand UKRIO''s reach and impact. This newly created role sits at the centre of that evolution. As Director of Policy and Communications, you will build a new function from the ground up, spearheading UKRIO''s policy, communications, and external affairs work to engage and influence actors across the research ecosystem. This includes setting the strategic direction for UKRIO''s communications, ensuring our outputs are high quality and audience focused, and leading key influencing activities such as policy roundtables, consultations, and events. The role carries significant external facing responsibility. As a key spokesperson for the organisation, you will champion research integrity, build strategic relationships, and represent UKRIO at conferences and meetings. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will also help shape our organisational culture and embed fairness, transparency, and excellence across the charity. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic policy and communications professional who recognises UKRIO''s vision and potential and wants to play a leading role ..... full job details .....