HDR UK Black Internship Programme Manager, Delivery and Growth

Purpose of the Post

This is a key role for someone who combines strong programme management with a commitment to inclusive talent development. You will lead the day-to-day delivery of the Black Internship Programme (BIP), ensuring a high-quality experience for interns, host organisations, mentors, alumni and stakeholders. Building trusted relationships will be central to the role, helping participants and partners feel supported, engaged and motivated to remain involved.

You will also drive programme growth and improvement by expanding the host network, enhancing the intern experience, increasing alumni engagement and developing new partnerships and activities. You will be organised, proactive and solutions-focused, able to balance priorities, manage challenges and turn strategic goals into effective delivery.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of a successful national programme with ambitions to scale. We are looking for someone with an entrepreneurial mindset who can combine operational excellence with the ability to identify opportunities, build partnerships and support growth.

Main Responsibilities

Programme Delivery and Operations

• Lead end-to-end delivery of the annual programme, including recruitment, matching, onboarding, mentoring, events, training, evaluation and alumni engagement.
• Maintain effective plans, systems, processes and communications to support interns and hosts.
• Manage budgets, procurement, records, governance and safeguarding in line with organisational policies.
• Identify and resolve operational issues and manage risks appropriately.
• Improve efficiency, quality and scalability through process improvement and technology.

Host Organisation Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with host organisations.
• Expand a diverse host network across academia, industry, healthcare, government and related sectors.
• Support hosts to provide meaningful, inclusive placements with high-quality development opportunities.
• Develop engagement and recognition initiatives to encourage ongoing participation.
• Contribute to partnerships that strengthen the programme’s sustainability.

Intern Experience and Development

• Deliver an inclusive and engaging experience from application through placement and beyond.
• Coordinate recruitment, selection, matching, onboarding and induction activities.
• Provide responsive support to interns and monitor progress and wellbeing.
• Organise mentoring, workshops, networking and career development opportunities.
• Use feedback to improve programme delivery and strengthen alumni pathways.

Programme Development and Improvement

• Identify opportunities to enhance programme quality, reach and impact.
• Develop new activities, resources and partnerships informed by stakeholder feedback.
• Strengthen career pathways through connections with employers, mentors and professional networks.
• Foster an active community of interns, alumni, hosts and supporters.
• Use evidence and insight to support a scalable and sustainable programme model.

Monitoring and Impact

• Track programme delivery, participation, outcomes and risks.
• Collect and analyse feedback from interns, hosts, mentors and alumni.
• Produce reports, dashboards, case studies and impact stories.
• Monitor longer-term outcomes where possible, including employment and further study.
• Use data and evidence to inform decisions and demonstrate programme value.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work collaboratively across HDR UK and with external partners.
• Build relationships with stakeholders, funders and advisory groups.
• Prepare updates, briefings and recommendations to support decision-making.
• Contribute to planning, partnership development and sustainability.
• Represent BIP and HDR UK professionally at meetings and events.

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