Ecosystems Manager (South & Southeast Asia)
Ecosystems Manager (South & Southeast Asia)
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Job Description
Salary: 61300
Closing date: Sunday 17 August 2025
Contract type: Permanent
Interview dates: w/c 22 September and w/c 29 of September
The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science leading policy and advocacy campaigns and building partnerships.
We plan to spend 16bn over the next ten years funding new discoveries in life health and wellbeing and taking on three global health challenges: mental health infectious disease and climate and health.
These challenges need the bold science we support but they wont be solved by science alone.
The Equitable Research Ecosystems team focuses on creating strong global research environments by managing direct investments in initiatives like the Major International Programmes and Accelerator Awards. By building robust research ecosystems in the UK and priority countries the team aims to support diverse research initiatives and foster equitable opportunities within scientific communities. This effort ensures equity is integrated into all scientific operations driving impactful change for communities affected by health challenges.
We are looking for an Ecosystems Manager (South & Southeast Asia) to join our Equity team.
Where in Wellcome will I be working
You will be working within the Equitable Research Ecosystems team reporting to the Research Ecosystems Lead South & Southeast Asia.
The Equitable Research Ecosystems team plays a crucial role in advancing Wellcomes mission under the Equity Framework by spearheading direct investments to strengthen global research environments. This team aligns with Wellcomes commitment to focus on the people and communities most affected by health challenges contributing to the Frameworks goal through strategic programmes such as the Major International Programmes. In collaboration with other Wellcome teams the Equitable Research Ecosystems team ensures equity is embedded in research practices fostering robust ecosystems that facilitate innovative and inclusive approaches to global health issues.
What will I be doing
The role involves developing and implementing Wellcomes ecosystem investment strategy in South & Southeast Asia managing significant budgets and fostering inclusive equitable research environments through strategic partnerships and diverse funding models. Collaborating with cross-functional teams and engaging with international partners the role prioritises equity and diversity to enhance research ecosystems and support communities most affected by health challenges.
As an Ecosystems Manager- South & Southeast Asia you will:
Develop and implement Wellcomes ecosystem investment strategy focusing on the Major International Programmes and exploring new opportunities to expand equity and diversity in targeted geographies.
Manage and strengthen investments in South & Southeast Asia overseeing significant budgets ranging from 100k to 1 million while fostering inclusive and equitable research opportunities.
Drive partnerships and initiatives within the equity research ecosystems portfolio managing both active and new grants/programmes with an emphasis on equitable and diverse funding models.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams for funding reviews and governance processes ensuring effective equitable and diverse programme implementation.
Conduct strategic analyses and reviews for portfolio development prioritising investments to achieve impactful diverse and equitable research environments across South and Southeast Asia.
Engage with international partners including research institutions academics/researchers funders and policymakers to enhance equitable and diverse research ecosystems supporting communities most affected by health challenges and promoting inclusive practices.
Is this job for me
This role is ideal for a skilled manager with experience in research programme management across diverse settings particularly South & Southeast Asia who is passionate about fostering equity and inclusivity in global research initiatives. If you excel in stakeholder engagement possess strong communication and analytical skills and are adept at working in a dynamic environment this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to Wellcomes mission of creating impactful and sustainable change within research ecosystems.
To apply for this role please submit an update CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Minimum Criteria:
Experience of research programme management and portfolio oversight in varied international settings ideally in South & Southeast Asia.
Experience to a Master qualification with demonstratable research experience within a priority geography of South & Southeast Asia.
Ability to help manage and deliver grants contracts and research funding with relevant experience in an academic industrial funding agency or charity setting.
Experience working with partners in South & Southeast Asia to develop partnerships and strategies that support research and funding.
Extensive experience with effective quality project/portfolio management including relevant legal ethical and risk mitigation and change management aspects including in relation to research initiatives in low resource settings.
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Our Hybrid Way of Working
We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment in which people can perform at their best.
At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office.
Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
