Programme Co-ordinator

TN United Kingdom; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Programme Co-ordinator for a part-time role supporting the Electric Vehicle Charging programme. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a greener future by facilitating the implementation of innovative charging solutions. You'll engage with diverse teams, manage communication plans, and ensure project success through collaboration and effective stakeholder management. With a hybrid working model, you can balance office and home work while making a meaningful impact in the community. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to inclusivity and sustainability.

Benefits

Substantial pension scheme (up to 10% of salary)

Free entry to National Trust places

Rental deposit loan scheme

Season ticket loan

EV car lease scheme

Perks at work discounts

Holiday entitlement up to 32 days

Flexible working options

Employee assistance programme

Free parking at most Trust locations

Qualifications

• Experience in project or Facilities and Support Services environments.
• Ability to support effective team delivery and project implementation.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of electric vehicle charging solutions at various sites.
• Coordinate reporting on progress, budgets, and funding.

Skills

Organizational and planning skills

Experience with renewables or infrastructure projects

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge of budgets and finance

IT proficiency (Microsoft Office)

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Summary

***INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY PLEASE*** We’re currently recruiting for a Programme Co-ordinator to join our team on a part-time basis. The role will support the Electric Vehicle Charging programme team, ensuring the smooth running of the programme, its support systems, and processes. This is a fixed-term role of 3 days per week, with potential to extend to 4 or 5 days. The contract is due to end when the previous employee returns from maternity leave. The duration is uncertain but unlikely to exceed 12 months.

What it's like to work here

The EV charging programme offers an exciting opportunity to enable change as we move towards a greener future for travel. Reducing emissions from visitor travel aligns with our organizational commitments. As this is a national role, there is flexibility regarding your place of work. Our hybrid working policy allows a balance of office and home working, with site visits and meetings at other National Trust locations. You can expect to spend 40–60% of your working week at a National Trust site, with details discussed at interview.

What you'll be doing

You’ll support the delivery of electric vehicle charging solutions at our sites, liaising with regional and property staff to facilitate successful project implementation. You’ll work closely with the Programme Manager, property teams, external contractors, and consultants. You’ll lead communication and engagement plans, fostering a culture of collaboration. Keeping stakeholders and team members updated, highlighting achievements, risks, or issues, is essential. You’ll ensure a clear audit trail for decisions and activities within projects, and coordinate reporting on progress, budgets, and funding.

This is a part-time, fixed-term role of 3 days per week for 12 months to cover maternity leave. We are open to extending the hours.

Who we're looking for

Full role details are available in the attached document. Ideally, you have experience in project or Facilities and Support Services environments, supporting effective team delivery. We welcome candidates with:

• Organizational and planning skills
• Experience with renewables or infrastructure projects
• Strong interpersonal skills for building relationships
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of budgets, finance, and project coordination
• IT proficiency (Microsoft Office)

The package

The National Trust’s motto is ‘For everyone, for ever’. We strive to create an inclusive culture reflecting the diversity of our communities and audiences. We value differences and aim for everyone to feel welcome in our teams.

• Substantial pension scheme (up to 10% of salary)
• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest, and your children (under 18)
• Rental deposit loan scheme
• Season ticket loan
• EV car lease scheme
• Perks at work discounts (gym memberships, shopping, cinema)
• Holiday entitlement up to 32 days plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to criteria
• Flexible working options
• Employee assistance programme
• Free parking at most Trust locations