Heritage Place Programme Manager

MEDWAY COUNCIL; Chatham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Medway Council is seeking a Heritage Place Programme Manager to lead the delivery of the Medway Heritage Place programme, a National Lottery Heritage Fund-supported initiative that celebrates Medway's heritage while supporting community engagement and regeneration.

You will work with the Head of Culture & Heritage, manage complex projects and partnerships, ensure on-time delivery within budget, and operate within a flexible hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading heritage/place-based regeneration projects.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven track record delivering programmes on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of the Medway Heritage Place programme and drive its strategy.
• Oversee programme administration, governance and reporting.
• Develop partnerships and funding bids with external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Budget management

Education

Experience in heritage/place-based regeneration sector

Job description

This opportunity is currently being offered on a fixed term contract basis of 5 years; however, if budgets allow the contract length may be extended and/or become permanent, though this is not guaranteed. If an internal council employee wishes to apply for this role, a secondment opportunity may be considered (please state this on your application).

Are you an experienced heritage, culture or regeneration professional looking to lead a landmark programme with lasting impact? Medway Council is seeking a Heritage Place Programme Manager to drive the delivery of the Medway Heritage Place programme, a major National Lottery Heritage Fund-supported initiative that celebrates Medway's rich heritage while supporting community engagement, sector development and place-based regeneration. Working closely with the Head of Culture & Heritage, you will lead complex projects and partnerships, oversee programme administration, and ensure the successful delivery of ambitious outcomes that benefit residents, visitors and communities across Medway.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled programme manager with significant experience working across heritage, culture and place-based regeneration. You will bring strong leadership, project management and stakeholder engagement skills, alongside a track record of delivering significant programmes of work on time and within budget. You will be confident managing teams, building partnerships, developing funding bids and navigating complex stakeholder environments. In return, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping Medway's cultural future, working within a supportive team and flexible hybrid working environment, while helping to create meaningful opportunities for people to connect with Medway's stories, heritage and identity.

Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. The salary you will be offered will be at level A. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.

When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.

The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels:

Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.

Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.

Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.

We are seeking to appoint a Heritage Place Programme Manager. You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.

Important Information-

Applicants must be able to demonstrate all criteria at level A which are essential for appointment to the role.

Medway Council is not able to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship, so candidates must already possess the right to work in the UK.

For further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.

Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.

Please note, we prioritise applications from current Medway Council redeployees. We will let you know if this post is to be filled by a redeployee as, in this instance, your application will unfortunately not be taken forward.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.

Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.