Senior Production Manager

Role Description The Senior Production Manager will oversee planning, coordination, and delivery of production activities related to research outputs, events, and communications for the NIHR GHRC for Multiple Long-Term Conditions. This part-time, on-site role based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates involves managing timelines, resources, and workflows to ensure high-quality reports, publications, digital content, and stakeholder materials are produced on schedule. The role includes supervising production processes, collaborating with researchers, communications staff, and external vendors, and ensuring adherence to branding, ethical, and quality standards. The Senior Production Manager will optimize production budgets, implement efficient processes, and monitor performance metrics across multiple concurrent projects. They will also support risk management, documentation, and continuous improvement of production practices to enhance the Centre’s visibility and impact.QualificationsDemonstrated expertise in production or project management within research, academic, media, or non-profit environments.Strong skills in planning, scheduling, workflow coordination, and resource allocation for complex, multi-stakeholder projects.Experience overseeing the creation of reports, publications, and digital content, with attention to quality, accuracy, and consistency.Proficiency in using project management and collaboration tools (e.g., MS Office, project tracking software, shared document platforms).Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including researchers, communications professionals, designers, and external vendors.Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; additional regional languages are an advantage.Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of managing multiple priorities and deadlines.Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as project management, communications, public health, business administration, or related discipline; advanced degree is an asset.Familiarity with global health, research environments, or non-profit sectors is desirable, particularly in low- and middle-income country contexts.Commitment to equity, inclusion, and ethical standards in research and communications, with sensitivity to diverse cultures and communities.