Associate Delivery Manager

University of Oxford; East Hanney; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in the UK seeks an Associate Delivery Manager to support the Improving Wireless Programme. You will coordinate Agile delivery activities, manage stakeholder communication, and utilize tools like Microsoft Azure DevOps. The role is ideal for someone with foundational delivery experience looking to advance. The institution offers a collaborative environment and extensive benefits, including generous leave and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

38 days of annual leave

Generous family leave schemes

Hybrid and flexible working options

Excellent pension scheme

Sustainable commuting options

Access to community clubs

Qualifications

• Experience in a digital services, IT, or product delivery environment.
• Awareness of Agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the University's Improving Wireless Programme.
• Coordinate Agile delivery activities and manage stakeholder communications.
• Use tools to track progress and manage delivery workflows.

Skills

Agile methodologies awareness

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Collaborative approach

Managing varied workload

Tools

Microsoft Azure DevOps

Job description

Overview

As Associate Delivery Manager, you will support the delivery of the University's Improving Wireless Programme, working closely with the Delivery Manager and cross-functional teams. You'll help coordinate Agile delivery activities, utilising our 8-stage process, to manage stakeholder communications, and ensure readiness for wireless installations across the University.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the University's Improving Wireless Programme, working with the Delivery Manager and cross-functional teams. Coordinate Agile delivery activities, utilise the 8-stage process, manage stakeholder communications, and ensure readiness for wireless installations across the University.
• Use tools such as Microsoft Azure DevOps to track progress, manage delivery workflows, and support Agile ceremonies. This is a developmental role ideal for someone with foundational delivery experience who is looking to grow into a full delivery management position.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a digital services, IT, or product delivery environment.
• Awareness of Agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps or similar tools.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A proactive, collaborative approach and the ability to manage a varied workload.

About the Programme and the University

IT Services is the central IT department supporting teaching, learning, and research across the University. Within IT Services, the Programme and Projects Delivery Group (PPDG) leads the delivery of strategic initiatives, including the Improving Wireless Programme, which will expand the centrally managed wireless service to over 300 buildings, helping to ensure reliable and modern wireless access across our world-renowned facilities. The University of Oxford is a place where centuries of tradition meet cutting-edge innovation. Ranked the world's leading university for nine consecutive years, we offer a collaborative and inclusive environment where your work contributes to global research, education, and impact.

Benefits

• 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
• One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.
• A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle.
• An excellent contributory pension scheme.
• Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
• Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.