Programme Delivery Manager

RIBA; England; Hybrid; GBP 42,300 - 51,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension scheme

Life assurance

27 days annual leave and bank holidays

Job summary

A leading architectural organization in the UK seeks a Programme Delivery Manager to oversee impactful international programmes that promote architecture. The ideal candidate will manage the entire programme lifecycle, fostering engagement among a global network of architects and stakeholders. This role requires excellent communication and project management skills, as well as a solid understanding of marketing strategies. Join us for a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the organization's global reputation and support its international members.

Qualifications

• Experience in facilitating global networking through various mechanisms.
• Proven track record in managing and delivering high-quality programmes.
• Ability to work independently across cultures and time zones.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of international programmes promoting architecture.
• Manage programme lifecycle from concept to evaluation.
• Ensure excellent membership experience for international members.

Skills

Networking facilitation

Marketing tactics

Stakeholder management

Project management

Attention to detail

Creative approach

Job description

Join to apply for the Programme Delivery Manager role at RIBA.

This range is provided by RIBA. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

c£47,000 per annum depending on experience and location

Location: London/Hybrid or Liverpool/Hybrid

Hours: 35 hours per week, full-time, 9‑month fixed term contract

About the Role

This role leads the delivery of high‑profile, impactful international programmes that promote architecture and engage RIBA members, stakeholders and built environment professionals across four global regions. Collaborating with our architect member network outside the UK in the International Chapters and emerging groups, it supports an excellent membership experience for RIBA’s 8,000 international members and contributes to retention, recruitment and long‑term growth.

You will manage the full programme lifecycle from concept to evaluation, delivering high‑quality, value‑for‑money initiatives such as networking events, learning programmes, exhibitions, debates and symposia. The role also shapes the Future Architects Global programme, engaging students, emerging architects and architecture schools, while managing budgets, timelines and delivery with international colleagues in the Gulf, Hong Kong and China.

Success in this role requires strong communication, relationship‑building and project‑management skills, with the ability to work independently across cultures, time zones and competing priorities. A solid understanding of marketing, communications and social media is essential, as is experience working with volunteers and partners. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact and support the international growth and global reputation of RIBA.

There will be some out of usual hours working to accommodate meetings in different time zones.

What are we looking for?

• Experience of facilitating networking and sharing through a range of physical and virtual mechanisms across a global context.
• Understanding of marketing tactics and social media communications to grow international communities.
• Proven track record of planning, managing and delivering programmes and campaigns from a remote base.
• Experience of senior stakeholder management and excellent relationship building and developing strong networks with internal and external contacts.
• Able to deliver high quality outputs to deadlines in a fast‑paced environment while managing multiple demands whilst maintaining attention to detail.
• Experience of identifying, setting up, motivating and managing international groups and networks with responsibility for associated programme to drive engagement.
• Ability to identify new opportunities for initiatives and to spot trends within the international membership and share with colleagues across the organisation.
• A creative approach with an interest or experience of working in architecture and the built environment.

Why Join us?

RIBA offers an amazing employee benefits package which includes (a) a generous pension scheme with employer contributions (up to 12%), (b) life assurance, (c) annual leave of 27 days plus bank holidays and paid closure of 3 discretionary days between Christmas and New Year. For more details on our benefits, please visit our website.

If you would like to apply for the position, please submit your CV and covering letter on our website after you click "Apply". Please note that applications without a covering letter will not be considered and we will only review applications received directly through our company website.

Closing date: Monday 5th January 2026

Interview date: w/c 12th January 2026

Due to high volumes of applications, we are unable to respond to everyone, however, should you be shortlisted for interview we will be in touch. We may also close an advert earlier than the date above if we receive enough quality applications.

Please note that you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to proceed with any candidates who cannot show the relevant documentation so please only apply if you meet these criteria. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.

RIBA aims to be an inclusive employer, committed to building an authentic and diverse environment where all are encouraged to be themselves. We champion work/life balance and welcome requests for flexible working across our organisation. We value applications from all sections of society and appreciate divergent experience, therefore if you are excited about the role and working with us, yet your experience may not align perfectly with every single skill or competency, we encourage you to apply anyway.

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Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Administrative, Marketing, and Project Management
• Non‑profit Organizations