Strategic Change Project Manager – Higher Education (Part-Time)

Newcastle University; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 47,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK higher education institution is seeking a dynamic Project Manager for a part-time role. The ideal candidate will have expertise in project and change management, leading teams to deliver strategic projects. Responsibilities include planning initiatives, managing stakeholder engagement, and oversight of project budgets. Comprehensive skills in communication and leadership, along with experience in higher education, are vital for success. This is a fixed-term contract offering competitive salary and benefits, closing on 06 January 2026.

Benefits

Generous holiday package

Pension schemes

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a Higher Education Institute or similar organization.
• Demonstrated effective leadership and motivational skills.
• Ability to tailor communications and influence decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and initiation of projects ensuring correct governance.
• Manage the project's budget on behalf of the Project Board.
• Monitor and assess the project, updating stakeholders regularly.

Skills

Project management

Change management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Risk management

Communication

Education

Degree or relevant professional qualification (e.g. PRINCE2)

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

Collaboration tools (e.g. Sharepoint, Teams)

Job description

A UK higher education institution is seeking a dynamic Project Manager for a part-time role. The ideal candidate will have expertise in project and change management, leading teams to deliver strategic projects. Responsibilities include planning initiatives, managing stakeholder engagement, and oversight of project budgets. Comprehensive skills in communication and leadership, along with experience in higher education, are vital for success. This is a fixed-term contract offering competitive salary and benefits, closing on 06 January 2026.