Programmes manager jobs
Fixed Term Contract until October 2028
Hybrid role - London, Birmingham, Blackburn, Bradford, Bristol, Doncaster, or Redcar
Required from October 2025
About us
The National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) has an unswerving commitment to high-quality, evidence-informed teacher education, and is on a mission to improve the quality of teacher and leader development across the system.
The NIoT aims to improve teacher professional development through rigorous, impactful, and cutting-edge school-led research. Our programme team plays a key role in this mission, as we work with our Research teams to test approaches to delivery and respond to the needs and questions of our partner organisations in the wider education sector.
As a Programme Lead at NIoT, you will have the opportunity to work with a team of dedicated professionals working in the design and delivery of teacher training and development programmes, and on cutting-edge research that has the potential to shape the future of teacher education and professional development. If you are passionate about teacher and leader education and are looking for an exciting new opportunity, we encourage you to apply.
About the role
We’re looking for a Programme Lead to drive forward a bold, nationally significant initiative designed to support educators in responding to one of the most complex and urgent challenges facing young people today.
This project will help schools engage with issues that affect how students form beliefs, navigate digital spaces, and make sense of the world. You’ll make sure the right things happen at the right time, driving both the strategy and the detail that bring this ambitious programme to life. You’ll coordinate multiple stakeholders, shape and manage delivery timelines, and maintain project fidelity.
You will work alongside the Director of Teacher Development, as well as other colleagues from our ITE, ECF and NPQ Faculties, as well as the Research and Best Practice team. You will also work closely with diverse external stakeholders including schoolteachers and leaders and young people.
Diversity and inclusion
We think a wide range of different work and educational experiences could support you to be successful in this role. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities.
Key benefits:
- Flexible start and end working times.
- Flexible working opportunities, with significant scope for hybrid working.
- Highly competitive pay and pay progression opportunities.
- At least 27 days’ holiday a year (plus 8 bank holidays) rising to 33 days after five years’ service (with an annual discretionary office shutdown between Christmas and New Year).
- Entry to the highly valued Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Excellent opportunities to develop your skills and experience and to progress your career.
- A stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment with a dedicated team of likeminded professionals.
If you have any queries about this role, please email our recruitment team.
For more information and to apply, please visit our careers page.
Closing date: 23:59 on 3rd August 2025.
GMYN is on the lookout for three exceptional individuals to join our passionate team as Programme Coordinators
These new staff roles will be instrumental in helping young people take part in positive activities and develop key skills. You would be joining a passionate and highly skilled team, all wanting to make a difference to young peoples lives.
The three posts will plan and deliver activities on the following GMYN Youth Programmes:
Care Experienced Programme
At GMYN, we’re committed to amplifying the voices of care-experienced young people, ensuring they have a platform to lead on their own futures. Our Care Experienced Programme is built on creative, youth-led approaches that promote personal growth and resilience. We provide practical support while making sure young people are involved in every step of their journey, from decision-making to shaping the activities and services they engage in.
Disability and Neurodiversity Programme
Our Disability and Neurodiversity Programme celebrates individuality and empowers young people to thrive in an inclusive, creative space. We actively consult with disabled and neurodivergent young people (DND YP) to ensure their voices shape everything we do. Our projects have supported DNDYP to participate in social and developmental activities, have an active voice in their community and improve their wellbeing.
Work Readiness & Education Programme
Our Work Readiness & Education Programme offers a dynamic, hands-on approach to preparing young people for the workforce. Through courses, job clubs, placements, corporate partnerships, and real-world experience, we ensure young people develop not just the skills they need but the confidence to succeed. Our staff love engaging in creative activities that make learning fun: whether it's through interactive workshops, team challenges, or creative CV-building.
The main activities delivered through these programme include:
- Life skills workshops such as cooking, budgeting, leading healthy lifestyles workshops.
- One-to-one support to provide bespoke guidance so young people can overcome barriers and set goals.
- Creative/outdoor activities such as music, drama, art, sport etc.
- Consultations to ensure that young people have a voice in designing their programme.
In these roles you will need to be confident in inspiring and engaging young people that face various disadvantage and be able to develop positive partnerships with various stakeholders.
We are looking for Programme Coordinators that can be flexible and committed team players. In return you will have the chance to have creative ownership of our programmes, bringing your own skills and ideas to make them an amazing experience for young people to be involved in.
Key responsibilities
- Coordinate and deliver activities - Plan, and facilitate engaging, inclusive sessions and 1:1 support for young people with varied needs, using trauma-informed and youth work approaches.
- Build meaningful relationships - Establish and maintain trusted relationships with young people, using a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach underpinned by youth work principles to support individual development, and promote positive wellbeing.
- Safeguarding practice- Uphold GMYN’s safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all young people and staff are safe, supported, and empowered.
- Embed youth voice - Ensure activities are youth-led by involving young people in planning, delivery, and evaluation.
- Work collaboratively with partners - Act as a connector bringing together local authorities, schools, employers, and community groups to create opportunities for young people.
- Provide tailored support - Offer bespoke support that helps young people develop new skills, explore education or employment pathways, and build confidence and resilience.
- Champion inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility - Deliver accessible, inclusive sessions for young people tailored to diverse needs.
- Promote and represent GMYN – Represent GMYN by engaging with stakeholders, referral agencies, schools, and partners to promote our work and help shape our future.
- Monitor and evaluate impact - Use GMYN’s systems to track participation, progress, and outcomes. Capture both quantitative data and qualitative stories to evidence impact.
- Project administration - Complete administrative tasks such as session planning, data inputting, budgeting, and reporting to support effective project management.
- Continuous learning - Engage in ongoing training and reflective practice, contributing to your professional development and continuous programme improvement.
- Be flexible and adaptive - Embrace a dynamic working environment, showing initiative and adaptability to respond to the evolving needs of young people and the organisation.
For further infomation on these roles, the personal specification and GMYN more widely, please download our job pack, available on this page. This provides all the information on how to apply and more details regarding the roles.
Thank you for showing an interest in joining GMYN!
You can apply via this webpage or alternatively, you can send an audio application if you prefer. If you send audio, please ensure that the answers are no longer than 2 minutes.
Please ensure you send your cv and answer the application questions. The personal specification is shown in the job pack attached to this page.
While we acknowledge that candidates might use AI to write their applications, we prefer to hear from their authentic selves.
At GMYN, our vision is #YoungPeopleCan, and our goal is that young people are safe, heard, and capable of great things.

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The Role
We are seeking a dynamic and highly organised Project Manager with experience working in or with schools to lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of our careers-related activities. This role ensures our partner schools receive high-quality careers education that aligns with the Gatsby Benchmarks.
The Switch partners with approximately 12 secondary schools in Tower Hamlets, delivering an engaging careers programme that supports every student. As Project Manager, you will work closely with the Secondary Schools team to deliver engaging and inspiring careers activities across our network of secondary schools, creating an impactful experience for students. You will also work alongside the Mentoring Project Manager to manage several mentoring cohorts, serving as the key point of contact for both schools and partner companies, while upholding our robust safeguarding standards.
This role involves hands-on delivery of careers sessions, directly engaging and inspiring students to explore and pursue their future aspirations
Details
· The role sits within the Secondary Schools team and reports to the Senior Project Manager.
· Working hours are typically 9am – 5pm Monday – Thursday, and 9am – 4pm Fridays
· Working from home (WFH) is typically 2 days a week
· Flexibility may be required to cover meetings or deliver events outside of these hours and WFH days
· You will be required to attend career sessions in schools or at partner offices
· Start date early autumn 2025
We are proud to offer enhanced benefits to our staff, including:
· 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, additional “Switch Off” Day and Christmas closure
· Health cash-back package, including discounts on gym memberships, retail and leisure.
· Hybrid working
· Pension
· Learning and Development opportunities including Learning at Work Week activities
· Volunteering days to spend on an activity close to your own heart.
By providing our local young people with essential skills and experiences of the working world, we ensure that they can reach their best future.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Are you passionate about education and eager to make a difference? Join our dynamic and mission-led team as an Educational Programme Coordinator. You’ll play a vital role in delivering high-impact tuition programmes, helping students overcome barriers and reach their potential.
If you're an organised and empathetic communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment, this role offers the perfect blend of responsibility, variety, and purpose.
What You'll Do:
- Set up and manage tuition programmes for schools and Local Authorities and charities.
- Match tutors to students based on individual needs, availability, and subject expertise.
- Act as the main point of contact for families, tutors, school/LA staff, and link workers throughout each programme.
- Review EHCPs, student profiles, and supporting documentation to understand individual learning needs and tailor support accordingly.
- Respond to new tuition referrals and gather the information needed to plan appropriate support.
- Deliver tutor induction sessions to support onboarding and prepare tutors for their roles.
- Complete Risk Assessments prior to the start of each tuition programme.
- Share lesson feedback, gather input from stakeholders, and monitor student progress.
- Report on the impact of tuition and flag any concerns or areas for improvement.
- Attend tutor interviews and liaise with the recruitment team to fill roles.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues throughout the day to ensure smooth programme delivery.
- Attend regular stakeholder meetings and share updates on student progress.
- Refer any safeguarding concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).
We’re looking for someone who:
- Communicates clearly, empathetically, and professionally with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Builds trust and maintains strong relationships through consistent, responsive, and thoughtful communication.
- Is highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple programmes and priorities at once.
- Stays calm and adaptable in a fast-paced environment, responding to challenges with confidence and a problem-solving mindset.
- Takes initiative to resolve day-to-day issues and improve systems and processes where needed.
- Is proficient in Google Sheets, Docs, and Gmail, and comfortable learning new digital tools.
- Has a genuine interest in education and in supporting students with diverse and complex needs.
- Has experience providing administrative or operational support to a team, ideally within an educational or youth-focused setting.
- Can work from our office in Angel, London four days a week, with the option to work remotely one day per week.
- Shares our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Bonus if you have:
- Experience working with children with SEND, SEMH, and EHCPs.
- Knowledge of the UK education system.
- A background in teaching or coordination.
- Experience using tracking systems or CRMs.
Benefits
What We Offer:
- A friendly, supportive team that values growth and collaboration.
- Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
- Generous benefits package, including:
- 26 days of annual leave (plus Bank Holidays).
- Private health insurance with dental, physiotherapy and mental health support.
- Discounted gym memberships
- Enhanced parent policies.
- Regular team socials, events, and celebrations.
- Workplace Pension
- Salary: £24,000 - £27,500
About Us:
At Tutors Green, we believe every student deserves access to high-quality education—regardless of their background or circumstances. For over ten years, we’ve worked closely with schools and Local Authorities to deliver personalised tuition programmes that help disadvantaged pupils build confidence, overcome barriers, and achieve their academic goals.
We currently partner with over 100 schools and multiple Local Authorities across the UK. Our tutors support students with a wide range of needs, including those with SEND, SEMH, and EHCPs, and our team is committed to providing compassionate, impactful support where it’s needed most.
It’s an exciting time to join Tutors Green.
Demand for our services has grown rapidly, our internal team has doubled in size, and we’re working with more students, schools, and charities than ever before. As we continue to scale nationally, we’re looking for dedicated individuals to help us deliver life-changing education to the young people who need it most.
An Enhanced DBS check is required for this role, in line with our Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures. If you do not currently hold one, we will process this for you as part of the pre-employment checks.
Applications close on Friday 8th August. 1st stage interviews start immediately. Final stage interviews start in the week beginning Monday 21st July in our offices in Angel. Apply early to avoid missing out.
As part of our recruitment process, online checks on public profiles may be conducted in line with data protection laws. We ensure all checks are fair, non-discriminatory, and free from bias based on protected characteristics. Applicants are encouraged to maintain professional online profiles.
By applying, you consent to Tutors Green storing your personal details in our secure, GDPR-compliant database. We respect your privacy and will use your information solely for recruitment purposes.
Making first class tuition accessible to all students
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About Us
The SS Great Britain Trust is a multi-award-winning, world-class visitor attraction and education charity. Every year, we welcome thousands of visitors to Bristol’s vibrant harbourside to explore Brunel’s iconic steamship, two immersive museums, a world-renowned collection, and a historic dockyard.
Our mission goes beyond heritage preservation. We deliver powerful educational programmes, impactful community projects, and vital conservation work. Now, we’re at a pivotal point in our journey – reimagining what a heritage site can be. Through a bold new programme, a refreshed brand identity, and an enhanced digital experience, we aim to connect with broader, more diverse audiences than ever before.
About the Role
We’re looking for a visionary and creative Head of Public Programming and Experience to help lead the next chapter in the SS Great Britain Trust’s evolution as a world-class cultural destination. In this senior role, you’ll shape and deliver our public engagement strategy, bringing maritime history to life in ways that inspire, surprise, and resonate with 21st-century audiences.
You’ll be at the creative helm of major seasonal programmes, immersive exhibitions, and innovative public experiences that deepen audience connection and extend our reach. Working collaboratively across departments and with external partners, you’ll ensure everything we offer is rooted in authentic storytelling and driven by insight, impact, and inclusion.
Who We’re Looking For
You’re a dynamic leader with a passion for history, a flair for storytelling, and a strong track record of delivering ambitious public programmes in cultural or visitor-facing settings. You know how to engage diverse audiences through high-quality, inclusive experiences, both onsite and online.
You’ll bring creative vision, strategic thinking, and commercial acumen, alongside the ability to influence, inspire, and lead multidisciplinary teams and partnerships. With excellent project management and communication skills, you’ll play a central role in positioning SS Great Britain as a cultural beacon for Bristol and beyond.
Why Join Us?
At the SS Great Britain Trust, we pride ourselves on our supportive, inclusive, and creative working culture. We offer competitive staff benefits, flexible and family-friendly working policies, and wellbeing support services. We’re committed to professional development and creating a welcoming, values-driven environment where everyone can thrive. We are also proud to be a Living Wage Employer.
We are dedicated to building a diverse team and strongly encourage applications from underrepresented groups. All appointments are made based on skills, experience, and attitude.
Ready to Help Shape the Future of Heritage?
Apply now to be part of an ambitious, passionate team and help us inspire the next generation of visitors, learners, and community changemakers.
The closing date for completed applications is midday on Friday 25 July.
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ID: 1510 - Service Manager
Service: Woodfield Park Community Project
Salary: £32,311- £35,800 (£19,211.95 - £21,286.49 per annum for part-time, 22 hours per week)
Location: Woodfield Park Community Centre, Normanton Road, Welland, PE1 4XE
Hours: Part-time (22 hours) - We offer flexible working arrangements - please see below for more details.
Contract: Permanent
Family Action & the Role’s Impact:
At Family Action we support people through change, challenge or crisis. It’s what we’ve done for over 150 years. We protect children, support young people and adults and offer direct, practical help to families and communities.
We see first-hand the power of family to shape lives, for better or worse, so we speak up for the importance of family in national and local policymaking, amplify family voices and represent the changing needs of families in the UK today.
Are you passionate about empowering communities and tackling food insecurity? Do you have the leadership skills to drive meaningful, resident-led change? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Community Development Service Manager to lead the Woodfield Park Community Project. This vital role oversees the delivery of key services including the Food Club, emergency food parcels (as part of the Household Support Fund), and the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme.
Main Requirements (for details check the job description and person specification):
- Lead the planning and delivery of community-based services and projects.
- Build strong relationships with local residents, partners, and stakeholders.
- Manage and support a team of staff and volunteers.
- Promote an asset-based approach to community development.
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, funding, and reporting requirements.
- Appointments are subject to Family Action receiving a satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service –enhanced DBS
Benefits:
- an annual paid leave entitlement that commences at 25 working days pro rata, rising each April by one day, subject to a maximum of 30 working days plus bank holidays / of 30 working days plus bank holidays
- up to 6% matched-pension contributions
- flexible working arrangements and new starters have the right to make flexible working requests from day one of employment
- enhanced paid sick leave and paid family leave provisions
- eye care and winter flu jabs vouchers
- cycle to work scheme
- investing in your professional development with ongoing quality training and career development opportunities
We are forward looking, ambitious and committed to continuous improvement. We are a people focused, can-do organisation, which strives for excellence in all we do and operates with mutual respect.
To Apply:
- Apply via the link to our website and fill out our digital application form
- Closing Date: Monday 11th August 2025 at 23:59
Interviews are scheduled to take place from 20th August, with slots throughout the working day.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process and you will be asked whether you require any adjustments if shortlisted for interview. We also make reasonable adjustments on the job, where required.
We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Intersectionality is important to us and we particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ candidates and disabled candidates because we are committed to increasing the representation of these groups at Family Action. We know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for families and children and strive for our workforce to be truly representative of the diverse communities we support. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role, and will reimburse your travel cost if you attend an interview.
*Ordinarily Family Action appoints new starters at the starting point of the salary scale (with subsequent annual pay progression), unless you have experience that would justify appointment further up the salary scale or there are any other exceptional reasons.
Family Action is an award-winning national charity working from the heart of local communities across England and Wales.




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Job Title: Administrative Officer
Location: Belfast or Sligo (with responsibilities in both regions)
Salary: £28,000/€32,200 per annum pro rata
Hours: 18 hours per week
Role Brief:
The Rio Ferdinand Foundation are recruiting to 5 new roles for an exciting new cross-border PEACE Academy programme in Belfast and Sligo, funded by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB) PEACEPLUS programme https://www.seupb.eu/
The aim of this new three-year programme, is to deliver and evidence a PEACE Academy pathway of engagement, learning, social action and employability that will inspire young people from communities in Northern Ireland and Ireland to create shared experiences and build a long-term response to sectarianism, racism and hate on a cross community and cross border basis.
We are seeking an experienced administrative professional who can lead on the operational and back-office administration of this programme.
KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
This role will:
§ Work with the Programme Manager to devise appropriate administrative processes to support the regional delivery teams together with senior management.
§ Work with our regional Coordinators on the administrative function of sessions and events i.e., booking and risk assessing suitable venues, disseminating promotional materials, booking travel arrangements, arranging refreshments for young people, equipment orders etc.
§ Work with our Training Officer on administrative function of workshops and training course delivery including course paperwork, learning materials and resources, venues, certificates distribution etc.
§ Work with our Finance Officer on the financial administration of the programme.
§ Organise and order any staff kit required from our approved suppliers.
§ Disseminating project materials as well as communications outputs circulating to the wider team and partners as required.
§ Attend partnership meetings to take minutes and follow up on any key actions.
§ Input to funder reports and attending meetings as and when required.
Person Specification/Key skills:
§ Degree level education or similar experience
§ At least two years administrative experience
§ Experience of administrative support for diverse and complex projects
§ Willingness to support wider programme deliverables including attending events.
§ Ability to build positive working relationships with young people, community stakeholders, colleagues and partners
§ An interest/experience in Youth work
§ Ability to prioritise and manage workload in a fast-paced environment
§ Competent working independently as well as part of a small team
§ A confident communicator with good written and spoken English
§ IT skills including Microsoft office and VIEWS (essential)
§ Experience in writing reports to meet agreed deadlines
§ Positive and enthusiastic with a can-do attitude.
Role Requirements
At Rio Ferdinand Foundation, we are committed to working in a diverse organisation and strive to provide equality of opportunity for all. We encourage and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or identity, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership.
If as a disabled applicant (as defined under the Equality Act 2010) you would like to request that your application is considered under our Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) please let us know.
As part of our commitment to safeguarding, successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Access NI check.
Applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in Ireland and the UK.
Application Deadline - Sunday 28th of July
Interviews – Monday 4th of August
Harris Hill is delighted to be working with a well-known national organisation to recruit a Volunteer Programme Manager to lead their Volunteer Leader department. This is a fantastic opportunity to support and shape a team of over 300 volunteer tour leaders, while managing a small in-house team and playing a key role on the Senior Management Team.
Salary: Circa £55,000
Location: Hertfordshire (3 days office-based, 2 from home)
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead volunteer recruitment campaigns and onboarding processes
- Oversee volunteer training and ongoing development
- Manage a team of three staff and set departmental objectives
- Allocate leaders to tours, ensuring the right match of skills and availability
- Maintain strong volunteer engagement through effective communication and support
- Represent the department in crisis planning, operational meetings, and strategic forums
- Ensure all leader documentation, systems and resources are up to date and efficient
About You:
- Experienced in managing volunteers and/or volunteer programmes
- A confident people manager with great communication skills
- Strategic, well-organised and calm under pressure
- Ideally with a passion for walking, travel, or outdoor leadership
This is a key role in a values-driven organisation delivering enriching experiences across the UK. You’ll need a collaborative approach, a strong service mindset, and a genuine interest in people and community.
For more information please submit your CV to .
Please note, CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis and only successful applicants will be contacted with more information.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
We're pushing for better, right here, right now. Every one of us has a crucial role to play as both drivers and enablers of change.
Parkinson’s UK is the UK’s leading charity for people with Parkinson’s. We're a growing organisation with 605 employees, 4000 volunteers and a projected income of £50m+. Our proud history dates back nearly 60 years, but now we’re on a mission to be fit for the future, ensuring we have the infrastructure, culture, and operating model to drive even more impact for people with Parkinson’s, both now and in the future.
The Operations team plays a key role in driving that mission. Over the coming years we’ll be modernising our systems and processes to ensure they’re fit for now, as well as in the future. Much of this work is already underway, and we’re now ready to start our exciting new chapter.
We’ve been working to get ourselves in the best shape to deliver that progress over the next few years, and we’re now looking for ambitious, driven, and purpose-led people to join our team of ‘relentless doers’. To hear more about these exciting new changes and how you can play your part in our story, click the Apply button to hear from Ben Clarkson, Chief Finance and Operating Officer.
About the role
You’ll be responsible for building and establishing a new PMO function within the charity, leading a team that is responsible for efficient and effective project delivery, accurate and timely performance measurement, and informed reporting that enables data driven decision making.
You’ll design a governance framework that ensures projects are planned and executed smoothly and efficiently, ensure performance measurement is built into the work we do and develop a streamlined reporting mechanism to capture and present project data in a single, consolidated pack for Directors.
What you'll do
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Build and lead a new PMO function, developing a strategy that will deliver effective project management across the organisation.
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Establishing a governance framework, tools, and templates to ensure effective project delivery across the charity, alongside.
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Develop and manage performance frameworks, metrics, and tools to monitor and report impact, then provide training and coaching so the rest of the organisation know how to use them.
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Provide coaching and support to Heads of departments, ensuring they can implement project management best practices within their teams.
What you'll bring
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Proven experience in leading and building PMO functions and developing PMO strategies
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Indepth knowledge of project management methodologies, frameworks, and best practices
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Experience in designing and implementing governance frameworks, tools, templates, and processes
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Proven experience in performance measurement and improvement, with the ability to design and implement frameworks, KPIs, and tools to track and analyse impact
If this opportunity sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!
To apply, please submit a CV and a supporting statement that demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria (marked with an 'A') in the 'what you'll bring' section of the job description.
This role is hybrid and the in person/office attendance expectation for this role will be a minimum of 2 days per week.
Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
We exist to make every day better, for everybody living with Parkinson’s. Right now.

About WA-UK
The Welfare Association (WA-UK) is a UK registered charity supporting transformative development projects and humanitarian relief interventions to empower and benefit Palestinian communities in the West Bank, Gaza and the refugee camps in Lebanon. WA-UK partners with Taawon and its network of local Palestinian organisations and international actors operating in the region. WA-UK projects in the sectors of health, education and development are the outcome of a locally led needs assessment exercise and are designed in consultation with its partners and implemented by local actors.
WA-UK is governed by a Board of Trustees.
Job purpose: We are seeking a motivated, experienced Programmes Officer who will work with the Board to deliver WA-UK’s objectives. The appointee will develop and manage WA-UK’s programmes in the region and work in partnership with Taawon’s field offices and other relevant actors and authorities. You will devise operational strategies, manage budgets and ensure compliance with donor requirements. You will provide technical support/guidance, monitor programme quality, ensure projects comply fully with the charity’s legal, regulatory and policies to achieve programme objectives.
Duties & Key Responsibilities
Development and Management of Programmes
Guided by WA-UK’s objectives and strategic priorities and working in collaboration with its key partners the postholder will:
· oversee the development and growth of a portfolio of projects across all sectors.
· coordinate and manage project implementation in line with proposals, strategies, donor requirements, legal & regulatory obligations, due diligence guidelines and quality standards.
· ensure that the charity’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are of the highest quality and are adhered to fully.
· develop and deliver projects within agreed parameters and provide technical direction and project implementation support to partners.
· monitor programme expenditure to ensure budgets are observed.
· monitor and evaluate programme work to maintain and/or improve the quality of project outcomes for beneficiaries.
· ensure that the programmes are implemented in a consultative, participative, transparent, and gender-sensitive way.
· maintain and manage a donor reporting calendar to ensure the programme adheres to donor contractual requirements and provide high-quality and timely reporting that demonstrate the impact of their grants.
· ensure WA-UK representation in relevant external programmatic forums.
· prepare, submit and present proposals and concept notes to donors.
Supporting the board of trustees and reporting
The appointee will:
· service the board of trustees including preparation of necessary paperwork for trustee meetings and producing minutes;
· provide regular briefings (in writing/orally) to the board on program development, implementation and reporting;
· lead on the production of reports issued by and for the board including the annual report.
Person Specification
Qualifications
We seek an appointee with strong literacy, numeracy, and analytical skills, backed by critical
thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication skills, demonstrated through relevant
qualifications or experience. You will be a team player who is proactive, driven and ambitious to excel with good attention to detail.
Essential experience
· a track in programme/project management in development and/or humanitarian/recovery contexts.
· strong technical expertise in development programming and driving improvements in complex humanitarian situations and understanding of Protection Mainstreaming (Safe & Inclusive Programming).
· a successful record of working in a team, including with partners based overseas.
· proven ability in developing professional networks, partnerships, and external representation.
· in-depth understanding of donor regulations and compliance requirements.
· understanding of procurement process defining specifications and quantities.
Essential knowledge and skills
• ability to draft proposals, manage budgets, and assess and improve program quality.
• excellent team-working skills.
• excellent drafting and reporting skills both narratively and financially.
• excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic.
• knowledge of humanitarian principles, Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS), and other international humanitarian guidelines and protocols.
• advanced computer skills in MS Office, especially Excel and Word.
• attention to detail, organisational and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently and under pressure.
Personal qualities and competencies
• strong interpersonal skills.
• be driven, proactive, focussed, and able to spot and create opportunities.
• strong organisation/planning skills and ability to plan and deliver against targets.
• strong time management skills and ability to prioritise, multi-task and work under pressure.
• ability to deal with information confidentially and respond with sensitivity.
• ability to resolve differences and negotiate to accommodate difference.
Personal attributes and other requirements
· ability to work weekends/evenings on occasion to support events and other activities in the UK, and to travel overseas where necessary.
· commitment to a zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation & abuse/safeguarding.
· commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities.
· ability to apply awareness of diversity issues to all areas of work.
· able to work flexibly in emergencies and meet deadlines.
· a commitment to WA-UK’s vision, mission and values and a passion for empowering Palestinians.
· commitment to abide by organisational policies, codes of conduct and practices.
· commitment to treat with confidentiality any data or sensitive information about individuals, organisations, clients, and employees at WA-UK.
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Senior Programme Officer
Youth Business International (YBI)
Location: Hybrid
Salary: £35,000
Contract: Full-time, 12 months FTC
The role
Are you passionate about creating impact for young entrepreneurs around the world? Youth Business International (YBI) is looking for a highly motivated Senior Programme Officer join our Development & Programmes team and play a key role supporting the coordination, delivery, and quality of global programmes.
You will support a range of projects—from programme implementation and grant reporting to MEL and stakeholder engagement.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the implementation and delivery of a portfolio of programmes
- Support MEL colleagues to monitor delivery of project outputs and outcomes against targets
- Assisting with funder engagement, reporting and proposal development
You’ll be working in a dynamic, collaborative environment with an international scope. If you are highly organised, proactive, with a strong eye for detail and experience in programme coordination or management this role is for you.
How to apply
If this sounds like the role for you:
- Please review the full job description for further details and ensure all of your application (CV and supporting statement) reflects the requirements of the role.
- Please submit your CV (maximum 2 x A4).
- Submit a Supporting statement (max 2 x A4): Your supporting statement is a very important part of your application and is vital for us to decide whether to shortlist you for an interview. Please demonstrate how you meet the criteria listed in the person specification and your motivation to work for YBI, detailing your experience, skills, achievements and/or abilities that are relevant for the role.
- Closing date for applications is midnight Wednesday 23 July 2025.
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may close the vacancy early due to volume of applications expected.
Please note you must have existing Right to work in the UK as YBI is not a sponsoring organisation.
Interview process
- First Interview Online (MS Teams) – Wednesday 30 July 2025
- Second Round In-Person at our London Office – week commencing 4 August 2025
Dear candidates
In addition to your CV, the supporting statement is considered vital in deciding whether to shortlist you for an interview.
Please make sure it demonstrates how you meet the criteria listed in the person specification and your motivation to work for YBI, detailing your experience, skills, achievements and/or abilities that are relevant for the role with examples. You can combine your supporting statement into one document with your CV.
We look forward to receiving your application.
YBI Team
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Launched in 2024, Making Waves is our flagship one-to-one music-making programme designed for people at risk of offending or those leaving prison. Over 10 sessions, participants work with a professional producer in our private studio to create, record, and release their own music, building confidence and gaining new skills along the way. Alongside music-making, participants can also gain a King’s Trust qualification in Personal Development and Employability Skills, receive tailored mentoring from Trailblazers to support them into employment, and join our alumni programme for live performance opportunities, industry masterclasses, and ongoing support.
The Programme Coordinator is a new role within the Finding Rhythms team. Based on the success of the Making Waves programme over the last year, we now are in the process of expansion - with plans to increase delivery and engage more participants. The Programme Coordinator fulfills an essential role to support successful expansion of the programme whilst maintaining maximum impact for participants and partners.
To be successful in the role, you will be a highly motivated and proactive individual. You will support the day-to-day running of the programme on site, providing administrative support, and being the first point of contact for programme participants. You will have a person-centred approach, empathy and patience, alongside excellent attention to detail and an ability to think ahead. You will be passionate about music’s ability to transform lives.
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
REFERRALS AND ON-BOARDING
● Processing a high volume of referrals of participants onto the programme, in a time-effective manner, ensuring all essential information is gathered and recorded
● Communicating regularly with participants and referral partners on the status and timeframe of their place on the programme
● Responding to general enquiries about the programme and distributing relevant information
● Encouraging participants to attend including identifying issues and providing solutions
● Briefing participants in the lead up and throughout the duration of the programme
● Being the on site point of liaison for the programme
PROGRAMME COORDINATION
● Ensuring all relevant paperwork is completed and processed
● Updating the musician and Programme Manager with key information in the lead up to sessions and on the day
● Liaising with partnering organisation Trailblazers Mentors and participants to organise mentoring sessions on-site and online
● Ensuring the studio is clean, tidy, and correctly equipped
● Ensuring studio ‘rules’ are adhered to and sessions run smoothly, flagging any issues to the Programme Manager
● Supporting the Programme Manager with the alumni programme including the organisation of live performance events and industry masterclasses
OUTREACH AND COMMUNICATIONS
● Organising and attending outreach and taster sessions across multiple locations (some of which will take place in prisons)
● Being the main point of contact for participants and alumni, sending reminders and general information about upcoming events
● Supporting on organisation and coordination of Finding Rhythms events
● Taking photographs for social media, sharing ‘success stories’ and case studies
GENERAL
● Ad hoc tasks as required, as Finding Rhythms is a small organisation, flexibility is required in every role so we can help and support each other wherever necessary
Finding Rhythms uses music as a catalyst to empower people to improve their lives.

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Director of Services
Salary: £60,242 (pro-rata); £75,303 (FTE)
Letchworth Garden City/ home working (hybrid, 1 – 2 days per week in the office)
Part time (28 hours a week)
Permanent
Flexible working considered
This is an exciting time to join the MS Trust as we launch a new strategic framework for the next five years. Are you an inspiring leader and excellent networker, with a good working knowledge of the NHS? If you are able to influence, collaborate and build partnerships to maximise our impact for people living with MS, then this could be the perfect role for you.
Join our friendly team
We are looking for someone with strong leadership, communication and relationship building skills who can galvanise action on behalf of the MS community. Ideally you will have experience in a health charity or NHS background, with a clear ability to deliver impactful services to meet the needs of a diverse range of people.
We encourage you to apply, even if you feel you may not meet all the criteria listed.
Our charity
The MS Trust is a UK charity which is here to help everyone make sense of MS. We are here for everyone affected by MS, from the moment of diagnosis and throughout their journey. We're here today, tomorrow and every day after that.
The role
You will be responsible for delivering services against the organisation’s new strategic framework for 2025-2030 to make the greatest possible difference for people living with multiple sclerosis (MS). The role represents an opportunity to play an active part in driving excellence, equity and consistency in treatment and support.
With a mandate to oversee the development of a research function within the charity, delivering research into the things that matter in the lives of people with MS. The Director of Services will also oversee and broaden the reach of our training and education programme for MS Health Professionals, along with ensuring we provide the right support, at the right time, for the widest possible range of people through our helpline.
What we can offer
· 28 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays, which increases with length of service to 30 days.
· Company pension with enhanced employer contribution. Salary Sacrifice scheme available.
· Death in Service benefit.
· Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
· Sick pay.
· Hybrid working.
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Fantastic office location with free parking, local to town centre and train station. Good transport links to London and Cambridge.
· Learning and Development policy to develop all staff.
· Cycle to work scheme, volunteering day and Season ticket loans.
To find out more and apply
Please visit our website to download a job pack and application form (CVs will not be considered).
As part of our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI), we appreciate your time completing the form, as this allows us to keep our recruitment process fair and neutral.
Closing date: 9.00am on Wednesday 30th July
First Interviews: Thursday 7th August
To provide trusted information. Secure the future of MS specialist services in the UK. Improve the understanding of the needs of people living with MS
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The Stuart Low Trust (SLT) is a well-respected and award-winning mental health charity based in Islington, supporting people who are isolated through a varied programme of art, nature and wellbeing group activities. SLT was founded to be radically different from other charities – uniquely accessible, inclusive, and community-embedded.
If you enjoy developing a highly valued volunteer team to support our activity programmes, this is the job for you!
What the job offers
This is an exciting new post at our charity to take forward our Strategy to expand our service support and reach more people in need. You’ll be responsible for recruiting and on-boarding a diverse team of volunteers who contribute to SLT’s programmes. You won’t be managing volunteers at activities – that’s handled by other team members – but you will make sure that all volunteers feel welcomed, trained, supported and valued. You will provide regular supervision outside activities and work with staff to develop inclusive, consistent volunteering practices across the charity.
Who we are seeking
We’re looking for someone with a passion for the value of volunteering, who can bring energy and initiative to develop our volunteer workforce. You will have a proven track record of supporting volunteers in a community/social care setting. You will have ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with colleagues across teams. You will have confidence in delivering inductions and facilitating small group supervision sessions. You will demonstrate good organisational and communication skills, including the ability to work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds. You will be willing to undertake occasional evening work for volunteer availability.
Job benefits:
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Hybrid, flexible, supportive working arrangements with a small and friendly team.
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25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
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Occupational pension scheme
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Line-managed by the Chief Executive, who has 30 years' experience in the charity sector and developed volunteer programmes
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The opportunity to make a real impact in people’s lives by shaping a welcoming, inclusive and supportive volunteer culture.
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The chance to lead on volunteer recruitment, induction, training and supervision – and see volunteers flourish and grow.
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A collaborative work environment where your work directly supports SLT’s frontline services.
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and two satisfactory references.
We are offering an initial 18 months’ contract for this post with intention to make permanent.
We are embrace diversity, equality of opportunity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that represents are variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the more we can achieve.
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The main job purpose is to work with our partners, schools and funders to ensure our programmes and activities in special schools, alternative provisions and other programmes are well supported, well managed and delivered to an extremely high standard.
The role will include:
- day-to-day administration of our SEND and Alternative Provisions programmes
- ensuring partner relationships are well managed and maintained
- supporting high-quality facilitation and delivery of workshops, activities and events
Read the full job pack here for more information and how to apply.
Please read the job pack in full and apply directly.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.