Project Manager: Heritage Forward

ARTS & BUSINESS CYMRU; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A heritage charity based in Cardiff is seeking a Project Manager to implement and deliver their Heritage Forward programme. The successful candidate will work closely with team members and stakeholders across Wales, showcasing strong influencing and problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include promoting the programme, managing applications, organising training, and maintaining accurate records. Some home-working is possible, along with travel across Wales.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing projects in the heritage sector.
• Experience in providing support and training.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote A&B Cymru’s mission and services to the heritage sector.
• Manage and deliver Heritage Forward programme across Wales.
• Organise quarterly Steering Panel and Board meetings.
• Create and deliver promotional events for Heritage Forward.
• Maintain records for reporting to stakeholders.

Skills

Highly developed influencing skills

Problem-solving

Analysing organizational needs

Creativity

Proactivity

Efficiency

Job description

Role

The Project Manager is responsible for the implementation and delivery of Heritage Forward, A&B Cymru’s newest programme.

The post holder will act as the primary point of contact for the Heritage sector across Wales, working closely with the Chief Executive and other members of the team to ensure the success of the initiative.

The role requires highly developed influencing skills, an instinctive approach to problem-solving and a proven track record in analysing and understanding organisational needs. The Project Manager will also be creative, dynamic, proactive and highly efficient.

The role is based in the Cardiff office, though some home-working is possible. Travel across Wales and occasional attendance at evening events are necessary for this position.

Responsibilities:

• To promote A&B Cymru’s mission and services and provide information and advice on the charity’s work to the heritage sector.
• To take a lead role in the management and delivery of Heritage Forward across Wales, including:
  • Advocating the scheme to the heritage sector, encouraging and supporting applications from a wide range of relevant organisations;
  • Assessing submissions and undertaking in-depth assessments of the needs of applicants during interviews;
  • Leading ½ day induction training for all Heritage Forward recipients;
  • Creating and delivering effective support plans for all recipients;
  • Recruiting and interviewing suitable business volunteers and other external experts;
  • Matching relevant external experts with Heritage Forward recipients, monitoring progress throughout the life-cycle of all placements;
  • To work with the appointed external evaluator to monitor and measure the success of Heritage Forward.
• To organise and report to quarterly Steering Panel and A&B Cymru Board meetings.
• To contribute to the creation and delivery of Heritage Forward promotional and networking events;
• To contribute to the creation of case studies for use on A&B Cymru’s website and other promotional methods.
• To keep accurate records and assist with A&B Cymru’s reporting to the Steering Panel, Board and National Lottery Heritage Fund, as required.
• To assist in the promotion of Heritage Forward through website and Social Media.
• To assist and support the Chief Executive in any other work which might be reasonably required.
• To maintain the highest professional standards of ethics and practices upheld by A&B Cymru.

To apply for this role, please complete the attached Recruitment Pack and send it to [e-mail]