ROCG’s role is exceptionally important in linking UKRI and the research and innovation sector together. It acts as a powerful tool to help UKRI achieve its vision for an outstanding research and innovation system in the UK that gives everyone the opportunity to contribute and to benefit, enriching lives locally, nationally and internationally.
ROCG’s key objectives include:
- promoting effective two-way communication between research organisations and UKRI, including acting as a conduit for information
- providing UKRI with confidential advice from a research and innovation management and user perspective
- acting as a sounding board, helping UKRI to develop effective strategy, policy and process
- supporting UKRI to maximise the benefits of any proposed changes and advising of possible unintended consequences
- raising awareness of issues within the sector to UKRI, to inform the evolution of policy and process
- engaging with the wider research and innovation community to ensure that UKRI considers the regional impact of its strategy, policy and process
We hold three full day meetings a year, discussing a broad range of topics relating to research and innovation funding. Meetings are typically held during March (virtual), July (physical), and November (virtual).
ROCG membership does not attract honorarium payments, however travel and subsistence expenses will be reimbursed where appropriate in line with UKRI’s travel and subsistence policy.
Occasionally, members may also be asked to attend short ad-hoc virtual meetings focusing on specific areas of strategic importance to UKRI. UKRI may also consult with the group through email on a range of areas.
The role of ROCG members is to represent the sector, while drawing on the knowledge, skills and experience from their wider organisation and previous roles.
Please note that membership is held by the individual and not their employing organisation. Membership will remain with the appointed person should they move to a different organisation.
