Project Manager Jobs in United Kingdom

The Trusts & Foundations Manager role is a hybrid position for University Hospitals Birmingham Charity, which is the official charity of Good Hope Hospital, Heartlands Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham and Solihull Hospital and Community Services.

The Trusts & Foundations Manager will work closely with other members of the hospital charity, providing support to the fundraising team and the Charity overall.

Working as part of a team, the person in this role will have specific responsibility for researching and applying to grant-making trusts and foundations and identifying where the work of the Charity meets the application criteria.

They will write or complete applications and build relationships with existing and potential funders. They will also be responsible for managing members of the team who are currently applying to Trusts and Foundations and supporting them with their applications.

The Manager is also responsible for the Trusts and Foundations database and building on this.

This role would suit an experienced fundraiser looking to move into a management role, or a Fundraising Manager looking for an exciting opportunity at a hospital charity.

Our ideal candidate will be an experienced, committed and highly organised Fundraising Manager. The postholder will have a central role in working with the Head of Fundraising to secure grants from statutory agencies and trusts and foundations but will also work to steward relationships with individual donors, support innovative digital fundraising campaigns and assist in the delivery of targeted fundraising activities and events. There is significant scope and opportunity for the Fundraising Manager to develop the charity’s work arounds trusts and foundations, individual giving, challenge/community events and corporate partnerships.

You will be ambitious and creative with a positive attitude, happy to roll up your sleeves and get involved to enable us to achieve our goals. This role would be ideal for applicants with successful fundraising experience and could suit someone wishing to progress their fundraising careers by stepping up into a Fundraising Manager role.

It is a rewarding role where your work will be transformational working within a friendly and hardworking team committed to keeping children safe from sexual harm.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the vulnerable adults, children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We believe in creating a positive environment where our differences are respected and each of us feels valued for our contribution. Showing respect and consideration to all is part of our values and at the core of our culture.

As an inclusive employer, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of race, ethnicity, religion or belief, age, socioeconomic background, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity and caring responsibilities, marital status, nationality and disability including invisible disabilities and neurodiversity. As part of our safer recruitment process we actively remove bias from applications i.e applications are anonymised prior to sharing with the recruiting panel and equal opportunity monitoring forms are removed from applications on receipt and retained by HR for analysis reporting.

Job type: Fixed term post or secondment until 31 July 2025

Hours: 21 hours per week

Location: Hybrid / London WC1H 9HF (We operate hybrid, flexible working practices with 40% of your time per month being office based)

Join the ACU as Head of Programme to provide the overall leadership and contract management of the ACU’s contribution to the successful delivery of a UK government mobility scheme, working with a range of UK-based partners.

The ACU offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the higher education sector. We are one of the largest, most diverse international university networks, bringing together over 400 universities in over 40 countries. Championing the power of higher education to improve lives, we support our members – and our people – in contributing to sustainable development across the Commonwealth and beyond.

The role

This is a key role, and the post holder will need excellent project and risk management skills and to be able to use appropriate tools to monitor and report on progress, dependencies, and risks to provide assurance to the ACU senior team and partners. The Head of Programme will have experience of working at pace to deliver multi-partner projects.

The Head of Programme will work with colleagues in the ACU’s External Affairs, People and Culture, Finance, Programmes and International Mobility teams and will lead the dedicated ACU Programme team of three ACU staff, four senior assessors and 24 assessors to deliver the assessment and appeals processes and related assessment boards helping ensure delivery of the programme’s policy objectives.

The role will report to the Head of Programmes and International Mobility and provide regular updates for the ACU Leadership Team and our partners.

Who are we looking for?

You will need:

Project Management
• Significant project management experience at a senior level – professional track record and appropriate qualifications
• Expertise in risk management
• Knowledge of theories of change and logical frameworks and experience managing project monitoring and evaluation.
• Demonstrable experience of managing multiple priorities and work under pressure and to deadlines

IT
• Demonstrable knowledge and expertise in relevant IT/ software, e.g. Excel.
• Expertise in data visualisation and dashboard/reporting for senior leadership

Financial Management
• Proven financial skills, with knowledge and experience of budget development, and financial monitoring and reporting.

Leadership/ Team Management
• Experience of leading, empowering, and motivating teams to promote a high performance culture.
• Experience of working at pace with a focus on results.
• Strong sense of personal accountability whilst ensuring others clearly understand their accountabilities.
• Strategic thinker with ability to anticipate impact of actions on partners, customers and colleagues
• Ability to champion a shared culture working across teams and integrated shared services

What to expect:

We see equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our mission and we value the many different perspectives that people from all backgrounds bring to our collective performance (you can find out more about our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and safeguarding on our website).

We believe in investing in all our people and creating cultures in which everyone can thrive.

We offer a fantastic package of benefits including:

• 27 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees), plus 4 Christmas closure days
• Generous pension scheme – 5% employee contribution, 10% employer contribution
• Volunteering days
• Enhanced maternity, adoption, paternity and shared parental leave
• Give As You Earn charitable donations scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Sabbatical leave
• Ability to request flexible working from day one

How to apply

Apply via the apply button.

Closing date: 20 November 2024 at 09:00 AM

Interview Date: 29 November 2024

The interview will take place in person at our Woburn House offices.

We are looking for an experienced Business/Office Manager to join our team to support the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Senior Youth Work Manager, Board of Directors/Trustees and our wider team of youth workers and volunteers as well as providing general business administration and office management. 

This role offers lots of opportunity to bring your business management skills to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the operational side of the charity.

About Resolve

Resolve is a local charity with a lot of heart.

Our purpose is to meet the needs of local people who need substance misuse treatment, are homeless or are experiencing poverty. We help people move to manageable, positive lifestyles where they can contribute and enhance their local community.

We know we make a difference because our clients tell us “I was in deep despair, but I was supported beyond belief. It made me feel a much brighter, bigger person. I don’t feel like a broken mum anymore.”

Alongside high levels of job satisfaction, staff also get generous holiday entitlement, flexible working, ongoing training, free parking and employee wellbeing support.

 About the role

The Fundraising Manager will play a pivotal role in the growth of Resolve. Funded for five years by The National Lottery Community Fund, the Fundraising Manager is central to securing the resources necessary to provide essential Drug and Alcohol treatment services ensuring organisational sustainability.

Resolve is currently reliant on Trusts and Foundations for funding, and you will spearhead efforts to diversify our income streams and expand our donor base.

Your responsibilities will encompass developing and executing a robust fundraising plan, forging strong relationships with key donors and surpassing fundraising targets.

This is a senior role and you will contribute significantly to organisational strategic initiatives, ensuring long-term sustainability and growth.

About you

· Strong evidence of fundraising success with a track record of raising income from donations.

· Experience of developing and delivering fundraising plans, alongside working towards and exceeding targets.

· First class communicator (verbal and written) with the ability to communicate to a range of audiences.

· Proven ability to build strong and lasting relationships with stakeholders and supporters.

· Innovative, bold, ambitious and creative.

· Adept at collecting both data and client’s stories to demonstrate the impact of our work.

Other roles you may have experience of: Business Development Manager, Donations Manager, Community & Events Fundraiser, Relationship Manager

For full details please see the recruitment pack. Apply either through CharityJob or submit a CV and a covering letter outlining how you meet the person specification. The closing date is Monday 4 November 2024, 12pm with interviews on Monday 11 November 2024.

The Senior Programmes Manager will work with the Head of Sector Support and Grants and the CEO to develop and deliver our sector support programmes, including our flagship grants programme that aims to help sustain free legal advice agencies.This role will oversee the development and delivery of our exciting partnerships with other funders and advice sector organisations to support the advice sector. The role will oversee various funded programmes including the development and delivery of our Funder Plus offering.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about access to justice and enthusiasm for our work and commitment to social justice and equal opportunities for all.  You will bring experience or understanding in training and development along with organisational capacity building within the advice sector.

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave, increasing to a maximum of 31 days with the numbers of years in the organisation (pro-rata for part time) plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time)
• Hybrid working
• Flexible working options
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Contribution to pension scheme (5% employer, minimum 3% employee)
• Continuing personal development opportunities
• Enhanced maternity/adoption and paternity leave pay

The new CEO will represent the charity across the UK, building strong commercial networks, identifying opportunities for growth, business development and diversification. Furthermore, the role will be ultimately accountable for the operational running of the Association, to ensure legal, regulatory and financial compliance.

The successful applicant must be a ‘people-centred’ leader who believes that success is achieved by enabling others to achieve their potential. Engagement with – and growing of – will be very important. Having a passion for school libraries, children’s literacy and children’s books will be essential. For further details please refer to the CEO Recruitment pack

The Catalyst Collective is an innovative and rapidly growing non-profit organisation. Since our pilot programme launched in January 2021, we have expanded significantly. As we enter our fourth year of operation, we are seeking an organised and proactive Programme Manager to play a pivotal role in driving our growth and ensuring the successful delivery of our mentoring programmes.

The Programme Manager will work closely with the Programme Director to lead and manage key components of our mentoring programme. This includes building strong relationships with mentors, mentees, and partner schools, as well as coordinating training, enrichment activities, and programme delivery. The ideal candidate will have excellent organisational skills, a passion for empowering young Black women, and the ability to foster a supportive and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities: 

Mentee Recruitment and Induction

• Work closely with partner schools to finalise mentee cohorts.
• Visit schools to deliver induction sessions familiarising mentees with the programme.
• Lead mentor-matching sessions with support from Mentoring Coordinators.

Mentor Training and Onboarding

• Develop and deliver training sessions for mentors.
• Collaborate with the Recruitment Coordinator to ensure a diverse mentor pool.
• Support mentors to maximise the impact of their relationships.

Mentor Coordination

• Support a cohort of up to 30 mentoring pairs.
• Conduct monthly check-ins with each mentor.
• Facilitate mid and end-of-year reviews for mentoring pairs.

Enrichment Delivery and Planning

• Plan and deliver enrichment activities like career trips and work experience days.
• Evaluate the impact of enrichment activities and gather feedback.
• Collaborate with partners and vendors for enrichment events.

School Liaison

• Serve as the primary contact for partner schools.
• Regularly update schools on programme developments and mentee progress.

Safeguarding

• Act as a point of contact for safeguarding matters.
• Maintain accurate safeguarding records and ensure confidentiality.

Communications

• Produce a monthly mentor newsletter.
• Contribute to social media content.

Reporting

• Support the Programme Director in preparing updates for the Advisory Board and funders.
• Produce the End-of-year report showcasing the programme’s achievements.

Administration

• Review and approve in-person mentoring meeting requests.
• Conduct risk assessments.

Staff Management

• Line manage Mentoring Coordinators and the Programme Assistant.
• Provide task management to other team members as required.

Person Specification:

Essential Experience and Skills

• Proven experience in programme management, education, charity work, or volunteering.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders, including young people, schools, and professionals.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present to groups.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency in IT tools and platforms, including Google Workspace, Zoom, and project management software.

Essential Knowledge

• Understanding of mentoring or coaching practices, especially for young people.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and procedures.
• Awareness of issues facing young Black women in education and employment.

Essential Personal Attributes

• Passionate about tackling educational and employment disadvantage.
• Organised, proactive, and able to work independently.
• Effective time management skills.

Other Requirements

• A clean enhanced DBS check (The Catalyst will carry this out).
• The right to work in the UK.
• Flexibility to travel to partner schools in London.

Desirable

• Previous experience in mentoring, coaching, education, charity work, or volunteering.
• A university degree or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge/experience of working or volunteering in schools or the education sector.
• An understanding of the non-profit sector. 

Endometriosis UK is the leading UK charity supporting those living with endometriosis. Formed in 1981, we offer information and support to women and those assigned female at birth with endometriosis, for example through our website and information leaflets, and via our local support groups, Helpline and online forum. As well as directly supporting those with endometriosis, we work to raise awareness of endometriosis amongst healthcare professionals, the public and the media; lobby for improved treatment and management; and support research.

The Communications and Campaigns team works to improve awareness of endometriosis and drive change for those affected by the disease. Our current campaigns and calls on Governments include getting menstrual wellbeing taught in schools across the UK, decreasing diagnosis times, improving rights in the workplace and improving access to treatment. 

This will be a busy, varied and important role working closely with the Head of Campaigns and Communications to raise awareness and increase the visibility of endometriosis and Endometriosis UK, and supporting campaigns that really make a difference across the UK. You will be working as part of a passionate team with a strong commitment to achieving change to help those with living with endometriosis.

You’ll be creative, resourceful and be able to create media opportunities that drive awareness and change for those with endometriosis. This is an exciting opportunity to help drive forward Endometriosis UK’s new strategy and boost our impact for the benefit of everyone affected by endometriosis

We are looking for a highly organised, pro-active and confident Communications Manager who creates opportunities to raise awareness of endometriosis with the media. You’ll be experienced in pitching stories across broadcast and print outlets, and have experience of working with case studies to share their story. You will also have a strong understanding of the UK political landscape, supporting policy and public affairs colleagues to create proactive communication opportunities to raise the profile of Endometriosis UK’s policies.

Join the Chartered Institute for Library and Information Professionals (CILIP) as the Community Development Manager for Wales. Working three days a week, this permanent role is important in supporting our work in Wales and beyond.

Community Development Manager (Wales)

Part Time 21 hours per week | Remote | Closing 10th November 2024
Salary: £18,870 per annum (pro rata to the FTE of £31,450)

Job Reference: CDMW01 (Please quote this on any correspondence)

The role of the Community Development (Wales) is both to inspire and facilitate the CILIP Cymru Wales Committee and to work on other important initiatives. These include promoting CILIP membership and services, overseeing projects in the country and working as part of a virtual team to help ensure CILIP’s broader strategy and plans work in a Welsh context, including use of the Welsh language.

As part of the Communities Team, the successful candidate will also with colleagues on UK-wide projects to meet CILIP priorities and cover one another’s work during planned absences.

This position, within the Communities Team, reports to the Communities and Partnerships Manager.

Key responsibilities include:

• Promoting CILIP membership and services including Professional Registration by means of in-person and online presentations.
• Working with existing Employer Partners and other key clients in Wales to help them get the most out of their membership.
• Working as part of a virtual team to help ensure CILIP’s broader strategy and plans work in a Welsh context including use of the Welsh language.

The successful candidate will have: 

• Good knowledge of the library and information profession
• Experience of devising and organising events
• Be able to work collaboratively and foster strong relationships with a wide range or internal and external stakeholders.
• The ability to work effectively under own initiative and as part of a team.
• Be highly organised and able to plan, prioritise and deliver.

This role is homeworking based in Wales. The role-holder will be expected to visit sites across Wales and to attend quarterly all-staff meetings in London with travel funded by CILIP.

We look forward to welcoming a dynamic individual to our team who shares our passion for advancing the library and information profession. 

About CILIP Cymru Wales

CILIP Cymru Wales carries out cross sector advocacy campaigns, runs a biennial conference, runs webinars and hosts an annual CILIP Information Day and AGM.  CILIP members in Wales have access to the Kathleen Cooks Fund, a benevolent fund that supports professional and service development.

Outstanding professional achievements are recognised by the Welsh Library Team of the Year Award which it organises.

About CILIP

The Chartered Institute for Library and Information Professionals (CILIP) is the UK’s library and information association. We promote education, literacy and prosperity for all by raising standards in libraries, information and knowledge management. We work to improve services, develop our members’ expertise and champion the sector. We are the only independent voice for the UK’s information profession. We are guided by our Royal Charter to develop and improve library and information services.

This is a fabulous opportunity to join a modern charity and professional body which last year celebrated 125 years since gaining our Royal Charter with thousands of members in the UK and internationally. CILIP is at an exciting phase in its growth with significant investments in member offerings and digital transformation plans that commenced this year. CILIP is a London-based charity with a friendly, hardworking team.

CILIP is an equal opportunities employer and committed to championing diversity, inclusion and representation. We particularly welcome applications from people from under-represented groups. For more information on how we are embedding diversity at the heart of CILIP and its work visit our website.

Registered Charity No 313014

Benefits

• 26 days' annual leave plus public holidays (pro rata’d for part time employees)
• The option to buy up to 5 days' additional annual leave (pro rata'd for part time employees)
• Generous pension scheme (Employer contribution of 10%, employee contribution of 5%) including death in service benefit
• Access to CILIP’s Employee Assistance Programme provided by Vivup
• Generous enhanced leave benefits, including occupational sick pay, maternity leave, paternity leave and carers leave
• Annual flu vaccination voucher
• Perkbox employee discounts and wellbeing hub
• Contribution to eye tests

We’re looking for an enthusiastic grants manager with excellent communication and analytical skills to lead on our social security grants portfolio.

What we do

London is a deeply unequal place. We want to see a fairer city where everyone has the chance to thrive, no matter who they are.

To achieve this, we fund hundreds of organisations fighting for economic and social justice across the city.

Who we’re looking for:

We’re looking for an enthusiastic colleague with excellent communication and analytical skills to lead on our social security grants portfolio. 

You’ll need to have solid project management experience, but you don’t need any prior grant making experience. 

You’ll join a six-person economic justice team within our wider grants team. The economic justice team works closely with a similar sized social justice team. 

We’re a learning organisation, so we’d expect you to want to learn and share your knowledge with colleagues. 

You’ll need to have solid project management experience, but you don’t need any prior grant making experience.

What we offer:

Salary:£57,418 per annum (pro-rata for part time) 

Contract: Permanent, Full time (35 hours) or Part-time (at least 4 days (28 hours) per week)

Location: Moorgate (hybrid working, up to 60% work from home)

Leave: Annual leave of 26 days plus bank holidays and office closure over Christmas period (pro-rate for part time)

Pension: 10% employer contribution for 3% employee contribution – automatic enrolment from day 1

Generous paid sick leave allowance 

How to apply

If you think Trust for London may be the right place for you, we’d love to hear from you. To apply, please visit our website to learn more about the role.

We'll be interviewing candidates as suitable applications come in, so make sure to apply as soon as possible if you're interested in the role. The advert will be open until the post is filled.

The Diocese is seeking a Church Building Support Officer to join our team on a fixed-term contract, to work closely with parishes to help secure sustainable futures for some of our most historic and cherished church buildings. You'll help PCCs to identify and explore complimentary non-worship uses for their buildings, helping them to become vibrant and viable centres of mission and community life. You’ll support them in ensuring the church buildings are fit for the future, fostering greater community engagement, and developing long-term sustainability strategies.

This role offers the opportunity to be part of a developing church buildings strategy, shaping the future approach to church building support within the Diocese. You will work closely with a range of stakeholders to bring these strategies to life, ensuring that churches remain places of worship, community activity, and cultural significance.

This is a new fixed-term post funded by the Church Commissioners of the Church of England through their Buildings for Mission funding. The funding is for an initial period of twenty months, ending in September 2026, unless the funding is extended.

The main responsibilities of the Church Building Support Officer are:

• Work with Parochial Church Councils (PCCs) to develop community action plans that align with local needs.

• Support PCCs in identifying mixed-use opportunities for the church building

• Facilitate the building of strong relationships with local groups, charities, and other partners to promote the wider use of church buildings.

• Help PCCs in maintaining and developing their buildings to accommodate wider uses, and ensure they are kept in good condition

• Foster volunteer engagement, helping churches recruit for new roles and groups to aid long-term sustainability.

• Capture and share key lessons from pilot projects to inform future diocesan strategies.

What we are looking for in a Church Building Support Officer:

• Experienced in project management and/or community development.

• A passion for the conservation and sustainable use of historic buildings.

• Strong relationship-building and networking skills, with experience working with a wide range of stakeholders to achieve shared goals

• An ability to inspire and support volunteer groups.

• A proactive and creative approach to problem-solving.

This post reports to the Church Buildings Development Officer, and is based in the Coventry Diocesan Offices. There will be the option to partially work from home.

For more information and an application form please click apply to be taken to our website

Mottingham Big Local Refocused (MBLR) Partnership is delighted to be recruiting a Programme Manager. Mottingham is one of the local areas in England benefiting from £1 million Big Lottery investment.

This is an exciting opportunity to help us to deliver the final stage of our Plan and vision for the Mottingham Big Local area. The aim is to coordinate Big Local activity and build a legacy over the remaining period of the programme.

The successful candidate will lead on strategic cross-sector engagement within the Mottingham Big Local area and across the London Borough of Bromley to strengthen and inform programme delivery and optimise funding opportunities. You will lead on ensuring a sustainable MBLR legacy. This may include working towards a successor organisation.

You will have supervisory responsibility for the MLBR Project Support Officer and work closely with the local resident-led Partnership Board.

If you are enthusiastic about making a change and want to help shape future approaches to community and place, this is the role for you.

Please note that we do not accept CVs.

Development Project Officer
Location: Slimbridge, GL2 7BT/Hybrid working possible for the right candidate
Salary: £34,405 per annum
Vacancy Type: Permanent
Function: Project Management

About The Role

As our Development Project Officer you will work with colleagues across WWT, bringing together project teams to develop inspirational visitor experience projects and activities across WWT. 

The role will give you the chance to help shape unforgettable experiences for our visitors while also working to restore wetlands and unlock their power.  The work will involve procuring and managing external consultants and contractors and working with multi-disciplinary staff and volunteers at our wetland sites across the UK.  The work is varied and challenging and will involve creative thinking to develop imaginative solutions and then ensuring they can be delivered on the ground - no two days will be the same.

About You

To join as our Development Project Officer you'll bring:

• An appropriate degree, or equivalent in landscape design, construction, conservation management or visitor centre experience.
• Practical experience of exhibit design, landscape design, construction and/or site or facilities management.
• Project management skills including experience of managing the delivery of contracts.
• A team player with excellent communication skills.

For more information, please read the job description available on our website.

The role will involve working at sites some of which may be remote and a current driving licence and willingness to travel will be required. Hybrid working may be available for the right candidate, but regular presence at Slimbridge will be required.

When visiting our website, you will notice this position is referred to as an Experience Development Officer in the job description. This is how the role is known internally within WWT.

About Us

We’re WWT, and we’re on a mission to restore the super-powered ecosystems we call wetlands. There’s never been a more important moment for our work, and we’ve got some phenomenal people on the case.

Whether they’re taking a new visitor under their wing, or conducting ground-breaking research further afield, our team are second to none. And there’s nothing we love more than watching them soar.

Whatever you do here, you’ll be helping to restore wetlands and unlock their power. So, the only question left is, what role will you play?

Why you’ll love working at WWT

• Wake up every day knowing your work is helping to restore wetlands, and our world
• Be surrounded and inspired by our team of passionate, dedicated people
• 33 days annual leave (which goes up to 38 days after 5 years of service) – this includes bank holidays and you have flexibility to take those days whenever you want
• Free entry to all our wetland centres, including your family
• Free car parking and secure bike storage areas
• Colleague discount on shopping and memberships
• Cycle to work scheme
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life Assurance of three times your salary, for peace of mind for your loved ones
• Independent personal, workplace and financial advice from Care first

Closing Date: 4/11/2024

Interested?

If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website.

WWT is an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be considered solely on merit.

Registered Charity Number England & Wales, no 1030884 and Scotland, no SC039410.

No agencies please.