Creative UK
Location
West Yorkshire | United Kingdom
Job description
We are seeking a full-time Programme Manager who will operate at the heart of our West Yorkshire Programme, influencing and developing its design and leading its’ successful delivery.
The ideal candidate will be a first-class Programme Manager, event planner, strong communicator, enthusiastic and organised, with exceptional attention to detail. You will be part of a growing department, liaising with colleagues across the UK, representing your region within the Create Growth national programme, and supporting and inspiring creative businesses in West Yorkshire to flourish and grow. LOCATION*: West Yorkshire based candidates, Creative UK operates a flexible hybrid working policy, this role will require remote working with the option to work in our Manchester, Bristol or London based workspaces. Candidates should have a willingness to travel across the region. SALARY: £35,000 + benefits, part-time freelance option may be considered for right candidate, please enquire for day rate CONTRACT: Full time, fixed term until March 2025 TO APPLY: Email your CV, cover letter and/or 1-2-minute video link* to [email protected] by Monday 18th March at midday*. Please complete our anonymous diversity and inclusion survey. Rolling interviews will take place by video conference., immediate appointment preferred. *Video link optional. Creative UK is an inclusive recruiter and happy to make adjustments to our selection process by request *Window may be closed early if the right candidate is found before the deadline Please note we are not able to consider candidates based outside of the UK Responsible to: Associate Director of Regional Programmes Responsible for: Programme Coordinator Key Accountability: To lead on the delivery of the West Yorkshire Programme with support from Programme Coordinators and the wider Creative UK Team. Key responsibilities Communications Liaise with the Head of Regional Programmes and other Programme Managers, to align activity, create a coherent offer and maximise impact for businesses. Work with the Communications team to develop, deliver and maintain a Communications strategy that: Attracts and engages SMEs from targeted sub-sectors, demographics and geographic areas Promotes the Programme regionally and nationally Develops and strengthens communication networks and infrastructure within the West Yorkshire Ensures that there is robust communication within Creative UK working closely with other areas of the business especially other CGP area that Creative UK is involved in nationally Programme Delivery: Lead the West Yorkshire Programme Team and work with the wider Support Team and external stakeholders to develop, deliver and maintain the Creative UK Create Growth Programme including: Developing the participant engagement journey and data management Coordination of SME Diagnostics Formation and coordination of SME cohorts Programming and managing events and workshops Procurement, negotiation and contracting of Delivery Partners and Freelance Contractors (mentors, trainers, speakers, technicians etc) Coordination of Programme Delivery Partners and Freelance Contractors On-going development of Programme Plan Work with the Head of Regional Programmes to manage the Programme Budget Liaise with Support Team and Partners to maximise impact and legacy for each SME Signposting SMEs to potential investment opportunities provided by Creative UK and other national and regional partners Monitoring and Reporting: Work with the Programme Coordinators to ensure: Individual Participant engagement journey is monitored, tailored and progressed to maximise impact Programme Progress is tracked on a quarterly basis against agreed metrics A robust project management system is maintained making sure both quantitative and qualitative data is collected to enable end of Programme Evaluation Attend relevant meetings with Creative UK teams and external stakeholders, to ensure a fully integrated, value-added approach to business support activity across the organisation. Research programme contributors and suppliers, with an emphasis on those who evidently pursue sustainability and ethical best practice. Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of business growth, key players, opportunities, finance, training initiatives, including undertaking appropriate research as requested. Retaining files where required alongside the grant system which are high quality and compliant for audit and archiving as an evidence base. Some travel across the English regions may be required. To undertake any other duties as may be reasonably required. This job description is not intended to be either prescriptive or exhaustive; it is issued as a framework to outline the main areas of responsibility at the time of writing. All staff must develop Creative UK’s commitment to equal opportunities and promote non-discriminatory practices in all aspects of work undertaken. Essential experience, knowledge, and skills: Demonstrable track record of success in managing multi-partner projects A good working knowledge of the creative sector and broader business growth landscape A demonstrable knowledge of the creative sector in the West Yorkshire Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to build relationships and work well with internal and external stakeholders Effective time management and organisation skills High level of competence with Office365, experience of using a CRM Budget Management Desirable experience, knowledge, and skills: Experience of working with public-sector funding Line management Grant Management Commercial Investment Management Business Support Management Event and Training ManagementJob tags
Salary
£35k per annum
