Project Manager (Youth Justice)

The Duke of Edinburgh's Award; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A youth charity organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Project Manager for a fixed-term contract until March 2028. This role focuses on designing and implementing projects that enhance access to opportunities for young people involved in the justice system. Responsibilities include overseeing project design, collaborating with community teams, and engaging with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in project management and a passion for supporting marginalized youth.

Benefits

Generous pension contribution

Employee assistance programme

Healthcare cash plan

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Paid leave between Christmas and New Year

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and implementing projects.
• Ability to manage budgets and engage stakeholders.
• Passion for supporting young people.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and launch of youth justice projects.
• Collaborate with teams for project delivery.
• Engage with external stakeholders and partners.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Youth Justice understanding

Innovation

Job description

Overview

We help young people to build life-long belief in themselves, supporting them to take on their own challenges, follow their own passions and discover talents they never knew they had. Because when you prove yourself that you’re ready for anything nothing can hold you back. This is an exciting time to join the DofE, as we continue to rapidly expand our work in the Youth Justice sector. The DofE is now delivered in more prisons and Young Offender Institutions (YOIs) than ever with record numbers of young people taking part in the DofE within the Secure Estate. We are now extending the positive impact we’re having in prisons and YOIs by also supporting young people serving all or part of their sentence in the community, as well as those at risk of offending.

As Project Manager (Youth Justice) you will join the Community Team within the UK Strategic Programmes Directorate and support the design, launch and successful implementation of both new and existing projects focused on working in youth justice services and the secure estate, to enable more young people from marginalised backgrounds to access the DofE.

The focus of this role will be overseeing our new project which aims to increase access for young people with lived experience of the justice system including via statutory services and voluntary, community or social enterprise organisations, focussing on young people at risk of offending and those serving sentences in the community.

Please note is this a fixed term contract until March 2028

Responsibilities

• Oversee design, launch and implementation of projects focused on youth justice services and the secure estate to enable access to the DofE for more young people.
• Manage a new project aimed at increasing access for young people with lived experience of the justice system, including via statutory services and voluntary, community or social enterprise organisations.
• Collaborate with the Community Team and the UK Strategic Programmes Directorate to support project delivery and impact.
• Engage with external stakeholders and partners to identify opportunities and build relationships in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications and Experience

• Motivated and innovative Project Manager with a passion for supporting young people and providing opportunities in life.
• Successful track record designing and implementing significant new projects that trial innovative approaches.
• Understanding of the Youth Justice sector; experience in, or with, youth justice or prevention services preferred.
• Ability to manage budgets, assess risks, plan, and engage with stakeholders.
• Experience leading successful projects and working with a dynamic team; develops relationships with external stakeholders.
• Desirable: lived experience of the justice system (not essential).

How to apply and Interview dates

If you feel excited by this role and believe you have the necessary skills and experience to become a valued team member, please go to our website and apply.

The deadline for applying for this role is: 5th November - Midnight.

1st interviews will take place on: WC 10th November - held virtually via MS Teams.

2nd interviews will take place on: WC 25th November if required.

If you would like to access the application form in a different format or if you would like any assistance that might help improve your experience while completing the application, please contact us by email [e-mail]

Benefits

• Excellent staff benefits including a generous pension contribution, an employee assistance programme, healthcare cash plan and volunteer leave.
• 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays and an additional 3 days paid leave between Christmas and the New Year. Buy additional annual leave, benefits discount website, death in service benefit 4 x salary, incapacity benefit, generous family leave and sick leave.

Safeguarding and Eligibility

The DofE are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (e.g. DBS/PVG or similar), including references covering any gaps of employment/education, confirm eligibility to work in the UK and complete a health check.

The geographical allowance is based on a member of staff having a home or office-based postcode within 30 miles (as the crow flies) from Charing Cross, WC2N 5HS. The allowance is 7% capped at £4,000 per annum.