Programme Manager

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Programme Manager to coordinate the delivery of a complex international programme. The role combines project management, stakeholder engagement, financial administration and programme development across research and policy-focused workstreams.

The position is set to commence ASAP and will be part-time 18.75 hrs p/w for an initial duration of 12 weeks with a pay rate of £18.80 per hour + holiday pay

Key Duties:

Coordinate programme workplans, milestones, priorities and action trackers

Monitor progress and follow up actions to ensure activities remain on schedule

Support international partnerships, advisory groups and consortium activities, including meetings, briefings and follow-up

Coordinate research and policy workstreams across areas such as security, climate, technology and health

Organise workshops, roundtables and other programme events with internal and external partners

Develop and maintain project management, risk, reporting and document management processes

Monitor programme budgets, expenditure and financial commitments

Support procurement, contracting and grant administration

Contribute to donor reports, funding proposals, presentations and briefing materials

Coordinate recruitment, onboarding and administration for consultants, fellows and new team members

Build effective relationships with researchers, funders, senior stakeholders and international partners

Selection Criteria:

Substantial experience coordinating complex programmes or projects involving multiple stakeholders

Excellent project management and organisational skills with ability to manage competing priorities

Experience monitoring budgets and supporting procurement, contracts or grant administration

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparing concise reports and briefings

Strong stakeholder management skills with confidence working with senior and international partners

Sound judgement, initiative and strong problem-solving skills

Ability to work effectively in a new, evolving and fast-paced programme environment

Interest in areas such as international security, climate, technology, health or strategic foresight

Strong IT skills, including digital collaboration, document management and spreadsheet tools

Collaborative and adaptable approach with strong attention to detail

Vacancy ID: 24478

Please be aware that all candidates need to be able to start work immediately and must be able to work on site if required to do so.

Further information can about the Temporary Staffing Service can be found on our website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/temporary-staffing-service