Head of Strategic Projects

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Salary from £64,638 to £74,627 pa inclusive with potential to progress to £82,546 pa inclusive of London allowance

This is a maternity cover, fixed term for one year

100x Impact is a world-leading initiative based at LSE, on a mission to scale social innovations that can transform hundreds of millions of lives. Backed by a £55 million philanthropic gift and partnered with LSE's Marshall Institute, 100x works with a select cohort of high-potential ventures tackling major social and environmental challenges, providing the financial, intellectual and social capital to help them scale

We are seeking a Head of Strategic Projects to identify, develop and deliver strategically important initiatives that support 100x’s growth and impact. Working within the Insights team and closely with the CEO and senior colleagues, you will scope emerging opportunities, develop and test propositions for new projects and partnerships, and help translate strategic ideas into practical plans. You will also support strategic decision-making, engage prospective partners and funders, and coordinate strategic projects across 100x.

Candidates Should Have

• Significant experience of the social sector (ideally from philanthropy, impact investing, grant-making and entrepreneurial ventures).
• Experience of successfully undertaking scoping research and delivering associated reports, both written and verbal.
• Experience of establishing new contacts and building effective, long-term relationships with individuals and organisations.
• Ability to identify and respond to opportunities and drive projects forward.

We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave, hybrid working, and excellent training and development opportunities.

For further information about the post, please see the how to apply document, job description and the person specification.

To apply for this post, please click the 'Apply' button above. If you have any technical queries with applying on the online system, please use the “contact us” links at the bottom of the LSE Jobs page. Should you have any queries about the role, please email Nick Stanhope (nick@100ximpact.org).

The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 22 November (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.

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