Programmes Delivery Manager (Job-Share) - Cambridge

St Edmund's College, University of Cambridge; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily food and drinks allowance

Free parking

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Restaurant discounts

Death in service

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

St Edmund’s College, University of Cambridge is seeking a highly organised Programmes Manager (Delivery) to support planning and delivery of College and Von Hügel Institute programmes. Working in a job-share partnership, you will help deliver a diverse portfolio of intellectual, engagement, and operational activities, supported by a small team and reporting to the Director of Programmes & Strategy.

The role sits at the heart of an exciting period of growth, with upcoming programming focused on

Qualifications

• Proven success in programme delivery or project management.
• Strong financial management skills.
• Experience working within governance-focused environments.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a job-share.
• High accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Experience in interdisciplinary research settings.
• Evaluation, communications, or change-management experience.
• Interest in Catholic social thought, AI, or sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cohesive planning, delivery, publicity, and monitoring of College and VHI programmes and projects in line with strategic priorities.
• Develop programme timelines and milestones to ensure sustainable, high-quality delivery.
• Support the Director of Programmes and Strategy and VHI Director as required.
• Deputise for the Director where appropriate.
• Lead operational planning and delivery of activities and events.
• Oversee budgets, expenditure tracking, and financial administration.
• Implement consistent communications and publicity approaches in consultation with the College Communications team.
• Lead programme evaluation, reporting, and continuous improvement.
• Produce high-quality written materials including reports, briefings, and promotional content.
• Maintain accurate records, governance documents, and administrative systems.
• Support governance processes, including preparation of papers.
• Ensure compliance with College policies including data protection, research ethics, and financial procedures.
• Lead on risk management and safeguarding considerations within programmes.

Skills

Programme delivery

Financial management

Governance experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree-level education

Job description

St Edmund’s College, University of Cambridge is seeking a highly organised Programmes Manager (Delivery) to support planning and delivery of College and Von Hügel Institute programmes. Working in a job-share partnership, you will help deliver a diverse portfolio of intellectual, engagement, and operational activities, supported by a small team and reporting to the Director of Programmes & Strategy.

The role sits at the heart of an exciting period of growth, with upcoming programming focused on