About the Role
As Project Manager, you will take significant ownership of designing and delivering the Young Futures Hub programme from the ground up.
Working closely with stakeholders across the council, voluntary sector and local communities, you will drive the programme forward and ensure successful implementation within the requirements of government grant funding.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and delivery of two Young Futures Hubs across the borough.
- Create detailed implementation plans, programme documentation and project briefings.
- Coordinate consultation and engagement activities with young people, community groups and voluntary sector partners.
- Develop innovative approaches to reach and engage seldom-heard and hard-to-reach young people.
- Support co-production and co-design activities, ensuring young people's voices influence service development and hub identity.
- Build and maintain effective relationships across a wide range of stakeholders.
- Produce high-quality reports, presentations and communications for senior audiences.
- Ensure delivery aligns with government funding requirements, governance arrangements and reporting obligations.
- Engage confidently with senior council officers, elected members and external partners.
About You
We are looking for an experienced project or programme professional who combines excellent delivery skills with a genuine passion for working with young people and communities.
Desirable Experience
- Delivery of government-funded programmes or projects.
- Knowledge of the voluntary and community sector.
- Experience within youth services, SEND, parent engagement, community development, public health, or related programmes.
Working Arrangements
- A minimum of three days per week on site in East London.
- Flexibility to attend on site four days per week when required by the programme.
- Occasional evening engagement sessions may be needed to maximise participation from young people.
- Flexible working arrangements available to support these activities.
Why Join?
This is not a typical Project Manager position. You'll have the opportunity to shape and influence a brand-new programme from inception, working across multiple sectors to make a tangible difference to the lives of young people.
Additional Information
The wider programme is funded for three years. Whilst this role is offered initially as an 18-month fixed-term contract, there may be future opportunities beyond the initial term, subject to funding and organisational requirements.