This is an opportunity to join an international membership organisation that promotes and advances civil engineering around the world. The organisation is a qualifying body, a centre for the exchange of specialist knowledge, and a provider of resources to encourage innovation and excellence in the profession worldwide.
The role
The overall purpose of the Programme Development Manager will be to act as the primary link between the organisation and the Shaping the World Academic in Residence. You will manage the programme of Shaping the World Humanitarian Engineering projects through all stages from concept to delivery.
Duties and responsibilities
- Support the Academic in Residence in the design and delivery of Shaping the World projects.
- Manage interface and communication with Shaping the World funders and project partners.
- Identify content or delivery partners to work with on specific projects.
- Build a knowledge and awareness of the field to spot new projects being undertaken, identifying cooperation opportunities and avoiding duplication.
- Manage all stages of projects through approvals onto trials and full scale implementation.
- Perform a secretariat role for AiR Programme meetings including making meeting arrangements, collating packs and minute-taking.
- Produce and monitor project budgets from conception to delivery to ensure that project spend stays on track.
- Produce clear and accurate financial reports on your projects for Academic in Residence and Group Directors.
What are they looking for?
The successful applicant will have significant experience in working with subject matter experts to design and deliver projects and services through a range of delivery channels. A demonstrable track record of delivery is also essential. The candidate will have strong written and oral communication skills; able to build and maintain networks and relationships. The post holder will also need an affinity for engineering and humanitarian development.
To apply please submit your CV and cover letter.
Group benefits include:
- 25 days annual leave (pro-rated)
- Up to eight per cent of salary contributed to a personal pension scheme
- 24 hour employee support line
- Death in service benefit equivalent to one year’s salary
- Childcare vouchers
- Interest free season ticket loan
- Cycle to work scheme
- Big Gym membership savings with the Gymflex scheme
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