Portfolio Manager

Are you an experienced programme manager who is passionate about dogs?
We’re looking for a Portfolio Manager, who will design and implement a portfolio management framework to ensure Dogs Trust realises its strategic objectives in the most efficient way.

About this job:
As Portfolio Manager, you’ll:

• develop a portfolio plan, which will provide senior leadership with insight into key activities across the organisation, facilitating their ability to make effective decisions,
• work closely with other members of the Programme office to identify the best approach to integrating programme plans into the portfolio plan,
• design and present targeted, strategic reporting to help leadership make effective decisions,
• design and implement effective portfolio controls, allowing stakeholders to meaningfully understand the implications of any changes to scope, timescales and resource on the portfolio of programmes.

About you:
To be successful in this key role, you will need recent experience of managing a complex portfolio of programmes, pulling plans together into a clear organisational roadmap. Relationship building is a fundamental part of this role, which works very closely with senior leadership. The ability to have difficult conversations with tact and diplomacy is crucial, as well as influencing and motivating stakeholders. You’ll need to be a critical, strategic thinker, who acutely understands the ‘big picture’, proactively ensuring the organisation stays focused on it’s objectives. Above all, a commitment to the aims and objectives of Dogs Trust is essential.

About Dogs Trust:
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.

To apply for this position please visit our website. Our application process requires you complete an application form and a covering letter explaining your interest and suitability for the role. Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive enough suitable interest, so to avoid disappointment early application is encouraged.

Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust.  We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.