Programmes Manager

Contract type: Permanent, Job‑share, 19.5 hours per week (flexibility to work 3,4 or 5 days)

St Edmund’s College is seeking a highly organised and collaborative Programmes Manager (Delivery) to support the planning and delivery of College and Von Hügel Institute (VHI) programmes. Working in a job‑share partnership, as a Programme Manager you will help deliver a diverse portfolio of intellectual, engagement, and operational activities, supported by a small team and reporting to the Director of Programmes & Strategy.

The role sits at the heart of an exciting period of growth, with upcoming programming focused on AI, sustainability, the common good, and pedagogies of hope.

Some evening and occasional weekend work may be required to support events.

Job Responsibilities

Programme Delivery (shared accountability across the job‑share)

• Oversee cohesive planning, delivery, publicity, and monitoring of College and VHI programmes and projects in line with strategic priorities.
• Translate programme objectives into deliverable plans.
• Develop programme timelines and milestones to ensure sustainable, high‑quality delivery.
• Support the Director of Programmes and Strategy and VHI Director as required.
• Deputise for the Director where appropriate.

Delivery‑specific Responsibilities

• Lead operational planning and delivery of activities and events.
• Oversee budgets, expenditure tracking, and financial administration.
• Implement consistent communications and publicity approaches in consultation with the College
• Communications team.
• Lead programme evaluation, reporting, and continuous improvement.
• Implement best practice in programme delivery.
• Produce high‑quality written materials including reports, briefings, and promotional content.
• Maintain accurate records, governance documents, and administrative systems.
• Support governance processes, including preparation of papers.
• Ensure compliance with College policies including data protection, research ethics, and financial procedures.
• Lead on risk management and safeguarding considerations within programmes.

Team & Strategy Responsibilities (led by the job‑share partner, with shared collaboration)

• Manage and develop the VHI and Programmes & Strategy team.
• Ensure sustainable resourcing and delivery of work across the team.
• Foster a collaborative, developmental team culture aligned with strategic direction.
• Support strategic planning and development of College and VHI programming, including visibility, reputation, partnerships, and audience engagement.

The Ideal Candidate

Essential:

• Proven success in programme delivery or project management.
• Strong financial management skills.
• Experience working within governance‑focused environments.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a job‑share.
• High accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Degree‑level education or equivalent experience.

Desirable:

• Experience in interdisciplinary research settings.
• Evaluation, communications, or change‑management experience.
• Interest in Catholic social thought, AI, or sustainability.

Before applying, please take a moment to review the Job Description, which outlines the key responsibilities and person specification. And don’t worry if you meet most, but not all, of the criteria we would still be very interested to receive your application.

As well as a great salary and friendly team, you will also receive:

• Working daily allowance for food and drinks*
• Free car parking (where available)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with length of service)
• Generous pension contributions
• Discounts at restaurants, shops & more
• Outdoor gym
• Death in service
• Access to LinkedIn Learning & Business Disability Forum
  *when Dining Hall or Edspresso is open.

About St Edmund’s College

St Edmund’s College is one of the 31 constituent colleges of the University of Cambridge. Our vibrant student body is made up of around 420 postgraduates and 130 mature undergraduates. With over 260 senior members and around 120 staff, you will be joining a dynamic and growing College with an ambitious vision for its role in shaping the future of higher education and collaborative research.

The maturity of our community means we have earned a reputation as the friendly college. Relaxed, non‑hierarchical and diverse, we pride ourselves on being a place in Cambridge where people of all backgrounds are welcomed, feel at home, and can flourish. We therefore welcome applications from candidates of all demographic backgrounds.

How to apply

To apply, please send your cover letter and CV to the HR Team at hr@st-edmunds.cam.ac.uk.

Closing date for completed applications: 6 September 2026

Interviews will be held on: 21 September 2026

If you have informal enquiries about the post, please email the Director of Programmes and Strategy on klp47@cam.ac.uk.

In applying for this role, you will provide personal data which the College will process in accordance with its data protection obligations and its Data Protection Policy.

Any offer of employment is subject to evidence of your right to work in the UK and the receipt of satisfactory references

Please note that this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship, as it does not meet the required criteria therefore applicants must have the right to work in the UK.