At a glance

Skills

Campaigning
Event management
Project / programme management
Volunteer management

Where

Remote, W1W 7LT

Remote opportunity

Time

Either in or out of office hours Estimate of time needed:
7-15 hours / week

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Welcome to Reach Volunteering. We are a community and registered charity that connects people, skills and good causes.

To apply for this role, and any other on our platform, you need to be based in the UK, have at least three years of experience using the skills you wish to volunteer in a professional capacity or have lived experience (for trustee roles). Read more about our criteria.

Join our team as a Programme Manager and lead impactful programmes that empower disabled individuals and foster inclusive communities. Your strategic oversight and leadership will drive the development and success of our initiatives.

What will you be doing?

We are seeking two enthusiastic and dedicated leaders to manage our programmes. As a Programme Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and operation of various projects that align with our mission to support disabled individuals. You will provide strategic and operational support to trustee teams, ensuring the empowerment of people with disabilities.

In this role, you will embody our core values and excel at building meaningful relationships with diverse individuals and organizations. Your ability to use positivity and empathy to inspire and motivate others will be key to driving the success of your team and the programmes.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead project management, including preparation and implementation of our programs, ensuring all moving parts are well-coordinated.
Create and improve program content, including written materials for training programs.
Facilitate activities alongside charity founders and lead the assessment process.
Develop and document systems to streamline program preparation and execution, making it more efficient and easier to onboard new team members.
Collaborate closely with fundraising colleagues to develop content and proposals for fundraising purposes.
Establish and implement ways of working with fundraising teams to enhance programme development.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for a generalist who is:

Organised, conscientious, and reliable.
Capable of working both autonomously and within a small team.
Highly impact-driven and results-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Strong in written and verbal communication, with the ability to interact confidently with various stakeholders.
Passionate about learning new skills quickly and sharing knowledge.
Well-versed in the effective altruism community.
Friendly, humble, and enthusiastic about the role.

Bonus Points For:

Experience in creating or running training content and programs.
Experience working in small or young start-ups.
Experience with foundations or grantmaking bodies.
Involvement in effective altruism through volunteering, projects, internships, or jobs.

What difference will you make?

As a Programme Manager, you will have a significant impact on the success of our programs and the well-being of disabled individuals. Your strategic leadership and operational expertise will help us expand our reach and effectiveness, creating positive change for those we serve.

About Disability Equals Ability

Causes

Learning disabilities / difficulties

Physical disabilities

Poverty relief

Young people

Organisation type:

Charity

We focus on empowering and supporting young people with disabilities by providing advice, raising awareness and carrying out research that informs the advancement of the rights of people with...