Company Description Genomics England partners with the NHS to provide whole genome sequencing diagnostics. We also equip researchers to find the causes of disease and develop new treatments – with patients and participants at the heart of it all. Our mission is to continue refining, scaling, and evolving our ability to enable others to deliver genomic healthcare and conduct genomic research. We are accelerating our impact and working with patients, doctors, scientists, government and industry to improve genomic testing, and help researchers access the health data and technology they need to make new medical discoveries and create more effective, targeted medicines for everybody. Job Description We are is seeking a dedicated Programme Lead to drive the strategy and delivery of our Diverse Data programme, joining us on a 12 Month fixed term contract.. This pivotal role involves shaping and overseeing the delivery ofinitiatives aimed at tackling underrepresentation within health data with a goal of ensuring equitable access to genomic medicine for all. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate closely with our Chief Scientific Officer and internal leaders to advance our Diverse Data programme, aligning strategic direction with organizational objectives. Lead the coordination and implementation of initiatives outlined in the programme, ensuring alignment with our vision and values. Prioritize tasks effectively to maximize programme impact, while delivering on committed-to deliverables. Navigate complex stakeholder dynamics to foster collaboration and progress on ongoing projects. Cultivate relationships with external organizations to support the programme's objectives and broader ambitions. Facilitate project workshops, meetings, and steering groups, fostering an environment conducive to idea exchange and tangible outcomes. Represent the programme to senior stakeholders internally and externally, effectively communicating our vision and securing buy-in. Ensure compliance with governance requirements, including budget management, risk mitigation, and data/IT protocols. Build and lead high-performing, multidisciplinary teams, promoting inclusivity and aligning efforts with programme goals.Requirements for Success: Proven experience in delivering multidisciplinary programmes, preferably within governmental settings. Expertise in addressing health inequalities, population genomics, diversity indata or related fields. Strong communication skills, capable of conveying complex information cohesively to diverse stakeholders Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliverables effectively, without compromising quality. Extremely strong stakeholder management and the ability to quickly buildstrong relationships.  Qualifications Post-graduate qualification in health data, population genetics or diversity/health equity would be beneficial Additional Information Salary from: £89,000 Being an integral part of such a meaningful mission is extremely rewarding in itself, but in orderto support our people, we’re continually improving our benefits package. We pride ourselves on investing in our people and supporting them to achieve their career goals, as well as offering a benefits package including:  30 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays), with additional days for long service awards A generous pension scheme of up to 15% combined contribution Life Assurance (3 x salary) Individual learning budgets for every colleague, a Blinkist account and a wide variety of courses on our portal A wide variety of wellness benefits including Gympass, a Headspace account, free weeklyYoga classes Enhanced maternity&paternity benefits Blended working arrangementsTalk to our Talent Team and find out how a career with Genomics England will benefit you. #LI-Hybrid Genomics England is actively committed to providing and supporting an inclusive environment that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion best practice both within our community and in any other area where we have influence. We are proud of our diverse community where everyone can come to work and feel welcomed and treated with respect regardless of any disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, or social background. Genomics England’s policies of non-discrimination and equity andwill be applied fairly to all people, regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, being pregnant or recently becoming a parent, race, religion or beliefs, sex or sexual orientation, length of service, whether full or part-time or employed under a permanent or a fixed-term contract or any other relevant factor.  Genomics England does not tolerate any form of discrimination, harassment, victimisation or bullying at work. Such behaviour is contrary to , undermines our mission and core values and diminishes the dignity, respect and integrity of all parties.  Genomics England operates a blended working model as we know our people appreciate the flexibility. We expect most people to come into the office 2 times each month as a minimum. However, this will vary according to role and will be agreed with your team leader. There is no expectation that staff will return to the office full time unless they want to, however, some of our roles require you to be on site full time e.g., lab teams, reception team.  Our teams and squads have, and will continue to, reflect on what works best for them to work together successfully andhave the freedom to design working patterns to suit, beyond the minimum. Our office locations are Canary Wharf, Cambridge and Leeds. As part of our recruitment process, all successful candidates are subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.  We therefore require applicantsto disclose any previous offences at point of application, as some unspent convictions may mean we are unable to proceed with your application due to the nature of our work in healthcare.