Programme Manager ( DofE Direct )
| Posting date: | 25 June 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £40,422 to £47,320 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 July 2024 |
| Location: | UK |
| Remote working: | Fully remote |
| Company: | The Duke of Edinburgh's Award |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | NTX1018551 |
Summary
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 to yourself that you’re ready for anything, nothing can hold you back.
Do you want to be part of that?
The Role
This role will be at the heart of the DofE’s five-year strategy, Youth Without Limits, helping to ensure that we are open to all young people aged 14-24 across the UK and that our participants reflect the most diverse generation of young people ever.
The DofE Direct Programme Manager will lead the delivery and development of our online programme that enables 18–24-year-olds to achieve a Gold Award independently with remote support. You will deliver exemplary support to the young people doing their DofE through Direct, working closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead and other key internal stakeholders, to ensure best practice is always followed.
The DofE Direct Programme Manager, will work with key stakeholders to understand the challenges and opportunities associated with the current offer, make recommendations for future delivery, and implement agreed changes moving forwards.
What we are looking for:
You have experience of managing impactful programmes for young people, ideally virtually, including reviewing and iteratively developing delivery model, extending reach and ensuring accessibility.
You will enjoy working with a wide variety of stakeholders and have excellent relationship management skills, including working with young people, parents/ carers and with a range of internal stakeholders at all levels. You’ll also have an excellent understanding of, and commitment to safeguarding best practice.
This role requires excellent organisation skills, with an ability to identify opportunities and challenges, and pro-actively problem solve. We are also looking for a demonstrated commitment to quality, continuous improvement, learning and development.
What will you get in return?
The opportunity to work for a successful and dynamic charity that has the development of young people at its heart and the wellbeing and development of its people constantly in focus.
You will be joining a team of empowered colleagues working together.
From day one we offer excellent staff benefits including a competitive salary, generous pension, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and 3 days paid director days over the Christmas shutdown, volunteering days, Healthcare cash plan, employee assistance programme and an extensive online training programme, plus many more.
How to apply
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: Midnight on Sunday 14th July 2024
1st Interviews: Week Commencing 22nd July 2024 ( Via Teams)
2nd Interviews: Week Commencing 29th July 2024 ( Face to face in London)
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, confirm eligibility to work in the UK and complete a health check.
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 recruitment@dofe.org.
Do you want to be part of that?
The Role
This role will be at the heart of the DofE’s five-year strategy, Youth Without Limits, helping to ensure that we are open to all young people aged 14-24 across the UK and that our participants reflect the most diverse generation of young people ever.
The DofE Direct Programme Manager will lead the delivery and development of our online programme that enables 18–24-year-olds to achieve a Gold Award independently with remote support. You will deliver exemplary support to the young people doing their DofE through Direct, working closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead and other key internal stakeholders, to ensure best practice is always followed.
The DofE Direct Programme Manager, will work with key stakeholders to understand the challenges and opportunities associated with the current offer, make recommendations for future delivery, and implement agreed changes moving forwards.
What we are looking for:
You have experience of managing impactful programmes for young people, ideally virtually, including reviewing and iteratively developing delivery model, extending reach and ensuring accessibility.
You will enjoy working with a wide variety of stakeholders and have excellent relationship management skills, including working with young people, parents/ carers and with a range of internal stakeholders at all levels. You’ll also have an excellent understanding of, and commitment to safeguarding best practice.
This role requires excellent organisation skills, with an ability to identify opportunities and challenges, and pro-actively problem solve. We are also looking for a demonstrated commitment to quality, continuous improvement, learning and development.
What will you get in return?
The opportunity to work for a successful and dynamic charity that has the development of young people at its heart and the wellbeing and development of its people constantly in focus.
You will be joining a team of empowered colleagues working together.
From day one we offer excellent staff benefits including a competitive salary, generous pension, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and 3 days paid director days over the Christmas shutdown, volunteering days, Healthcare cash plan, employee assistance programme and an extensive online training programme, plus many more.
How to apply
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: Midnight on Sunday 14th July 2024
1st Interviews: Week Commencing 22nd July 2024 ( Via Teams)
2nd Interviews: Week Commencing 29th July 2024 ( Face to face in London)
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, confirm eligibility to work in the UK and complete a health check.
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 recruitment@dofe.org.
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