Programme Coordinator (Fixed Term)

ACF; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Lloyds Register Foundation is seeking a Programme Coordinator to provide maternity cover and support the Senior Programme Manager in coordinating the small grants programme from London. The role covers funding rounds, application management, assessment coordination, grant set-up, monitoring and reporting, with an emphasis on accessible, efficient processes.

Based in London, this hybrid position offers an opportunity to contribute to impact-driven grant delivery while maintaining continuity and

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and coordination of all small grants funding rounds, including deadlines and milestones.
• Act as a consistent point of contact for applicants, reviewers and grant holders, providing timely responses.
• Support the application and assessment process, including reviewer setup, guidance, scoring and moderation.
• Work with the Grants Team to keep records, approvals, grant setup and Salesforce data up to date.
• Contribute to guidance notes, FAQs and materials with the Communications Team to keep the scheme accessible.

Job description

Application Deadline

10/5/2026

The Programme Coordinator will provide maternity cover by supporting the Senior Programme Manager in the coordination and delivery of Lloyds Register Foundation’s small grants programme. The role will support funding round administration, application management, assessment coordination, grant set-up, monitoring, reporting and learning activities. The Small Grants Scheme provides accessible, proportionate funding to support organisations and projects aligned with the Foundation's mission and strategic priorities. The post holder will help maintain a high-quality, proportionate and applicant-friendly small grants process, ensuring that information, records, communications and internal coordination are clear, timely and well organised.

Job Description

• Support the planning and coordination of all small grants funding rounds, ensuring activities, deadlines and key milestones are effectively managed.
• Act as a consistent point of contact for applicant, reviewer and grant holder enquiries, providing clear and timely responses and escalating issues where appropriate.
• Support the application and assessment process, including reviewer set-up, reviewer guidance, scoring processes, moderation preparation and decision-making support.
• Work closely with the Grants Team to ensure application records, approvals, grant set-up, contracting information and Salesforce records are accurate and up to date.
• Support the production and maintenance of guidance notes, FAQs, application materials and web content, working closely with the Communications Team so the scheme remains accessible and easy to navigate.
• Coordinate internal meetings, decisions and follow-up actions relating to the small grant s programme, ensuring responsibilities and deadlines are clearly recorded.
• Support practical improvements to the programme’s processes, guidance and delivery based on operational learning and stakeholder feedback.
• Maintain programme documentation, records and handover materials to support continuity and knowledge management during the maternity cover period.
• Partner for Purpose:Support the continued development, promotion and delivery of Partner for Purpose, a recently reintroduced employee engagement and internal funding initiative that enables employees to support non-profit organisations aligned with the Foundation’s mission and priorities.
• This will include coordinating funding rounds and employee engagement activities, while building awareness, participation and impact across the organisation.
• Coordinate enquiries, applications and applicant guidance, liaising with employees, applicants and grant holders to provide clear and consistent support.
• Support grant assessment, communications, reporting and record keeping, working closely with the Senior Programme Manager, Engagement Manager and Grants Team.
• NEST - Network to Engineer a Safer Tomorrow:Support the Senior Programme Manager in maintaining the Foundation’s relationship with the NEST community of students, graduates and early-career professionals.
• Identify and coordinate opportunities for future engagement, including links with the Ambassadors Programme where relevant.
• Maintain relevant records, contacts and follow-up actions to support continuity and effective internal coordination.
• Programme and portfolio support:Support the Senior Programme Manager with portfolio reporting, briefing notes, presentation materials and programme updates across the relevant areas of work, working with the Communications Team where needed.

Location

London – UK (Hybrid)

Working from

Hybrid

Remuneration

Up to £37,000 per annum depending on skills and qualifications