Junior Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international education and training organisation seeks a dynamic individual for a role focused on coordinating educational mobility programmes. The position involves project management, logistics planning, and stakeholder communication across the UK and abroad, fostering youth development and positive social impact.

Benefits

All travel expenses fully covered

Initial training provided

Paid annual leave including bank holidays

Professional development opportunities

Friendly and supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Experience in managing multiple projects under pressure.
• Willing to travel in the UK and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Support management of international mobility projects under the Turing Scheme and Erasmus+.
• Plan logistics: flights, accommodation, transport, and activities.
• Organise cultural and educational activities with local partners.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organisation

Proactivity

Flexibility

Education

Academic background in Business, Marketing, Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canva

Job description

Job Description

The IBD Partnership Group is a leading international education and training organisation, having supported over 50,000 learners across more than 20 countries over the past two decades. We work with British and European governments, schools, and institutions to design and deliver transformative learning experiences.

About the Role

This is a dynamic and hands-on role ideal for someone passionate about international education, youth

development, and project delivery. You will help coordinate and deliver educational mobility programmes, taking projects from consultation through to implementation while reporting to your manager. The position is based in Portsmouth, with frequent travel across the UK (particularly to London) and abroad to support project delivery - all travel and accommodation expenses are fully covered.

Key Responsibilities

-Support colleagues in managing international mobility projects under the Turing Scheme and Erasmus+.

-Work with British schools to define objectives, timelines, and activities (online and in-person).

-Find and coordinate with international partner schools to receive UK student groups.

-Plan logistics: flights, accommodation, transport, and activities.

-Organise cultural and educational activities with local partners.

-Deliver presentations and attend meetings/events to promote future opportunities.

-Create outreach materials, proposals, and marketing content.

-Attend events, conferences, and school visits across the UK.

-Track project progress, documentation, and reporting requirements.

-Collaborate with internal teams and support other projects.

-Communicate clearly with stakeholders, adapting to changes as needed.

Person Specification

Essential

-Excellent written and spoken English.

-Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

-High attention to detail and time management.

-Comfortable managing multiple projects under pressure.

-Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Canva familiarity is a plus.

-Organised, proactive, and a strong team player.

-Willing to travel in the UK and abroad; flexible for occasional evenings/weekends.

Desirable

-Experience as a participant in Erasmus+, Turing Scheme, or youth exchanges.

-Academic background in Business, Marketing, Education, or a related field.

-Working knowledge of a European (e.g. French, Spanish, Italian, or German) is an advantage.

-Experience in public speaking or presentations.

-Genuine interest in international education and social impact.

Benefits

-All UK and international travel expenses fully covered.

-Initial training will be provided.

-Paid annual leave including bank holidays.

-Further training and professional development opportunities.

-Friendly, diverse, and supportive team environment.

-Strong potential for promotion or long-term employment based on performance.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a 1-page cover letter about how you fit this role to [e-mail]. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with a deadline of 21.06.2025.

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