Pride in Place Programme Manager

Overview

In this role you support the Greater Leys Pride in Place Programme as the key link between the Council and the community-led Board. You will ensure governance, funding and programme requirements are met while enabling the Board to lead and influence delivery. You will coordinate cross-sector partnerships to translate priorities into deliverable projects with strong evidence and engagement. The role blends project management, community engagement and strategic coordination to drive lasting, community-led impact. This is a mission-driven, collaborative opportunity to shape a safer, more connected place.

Pay / Benefits

• 29 days holiday
• LGPS
• subsidised leisure membership
• flex scheme
• employee benefits scheme
• post-probation pay increment

Responsibilities

• Advise and support the Pride in Place Board on governance, funding and programme requirements
• Enable the Board to lead and influence programme delivery
• Translate community-led priorities into deliverable projects with governance and evidence
• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration across the Council, the Board and partners
• Identify and pursue partnership opportunities and facilitate effective collaboration
• Coordinate projects and activities around shared priorities and outcomes
• Manage projects and programmes in a partnership environment with a focus on positive outcomes
• Build trusted relationships and navigate different perspectives and accountabilities
• Keep stakeholders aligned and focused on delivering tangible local benefits
• Contribute to shaping priorities and influencing how investment is used to benefit local people

Key requirements

• Proven experience in managing projects and programmes in a partnership environment
• Ability to build trusted relationships across diverse stakeholders
• Strong stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills
• Experience with governance and funding processes for public-sector programmes
• Proven ability to translate community priorities into deliverable actions
• Strategic coordination and cross-sector collaboration skills

• collaborative mindset
• clear communication
• facilitation and consensus-building
• project and programme management
• governance and funding understanding
• stakeholder engagement and partnership development

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