Strategic Planning & Programs Lead – Institutes

The Manchester Metropolitan University; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester Metropolitan University is seeking a Senior Planning and Projects Manager (Institutes) to lead the planning and delivery of the Institute portfolio, in particular supporting the Institute for Children's Futures. You will report to the Institute Director and work with senior colleagues to translate strategic ambitions into coherent, well-governed programmes of work.

You will oversee governance, resource allocation and financial management, monitor milestones, manage risks and

Qualifications

• Experience leading planning and delivery of large portfolios in a university or complex organisation.
• Strong governance, risk management and benefits realisation experience.
• Proven ability to translate strategy into actionable programmes with measurable outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for Institute planning and project activities.
• Oversee governance, resource allocation and financial management of the Institute portfolio.
• Develop reporting dashboards and monitor key milestones across the University.
• Line-manage relevant professional staff and collaborate with the Institute Director and senior colleagues.

Skills

Portfolio management

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Governance & risk management

Financial planning

Project delivery

Job description

Manchester Metropolitan University is seeking a Senior Planning and Projects Manager (Institutes) to lead the planning and delivery of the Institute portfolio, in particular supporting the Institute for Children's Futures. You will report to the Institute Director and work with senior colleagues to translate strategic ambitions into coherent, well-governed programmes of work.

You will oversee governance, resource allocation and financial management, monitor milestones, manage risks and