Project Manager (London)
Employer: Act Build Change
Location: Fully remote working (must be within 4 hours of central London). Access to office space in London when needed. Co-working space expenses available for those based outside London. Occasional travel to London may be required (up to twice a month), with expenses covered. Team away days around the UK (up to four times a year), with expenses covered.
Salary: £30,900-£39,140 salary, depending on experience
Closing date: Thu 23 July at 23:59
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About us
Since 2019, we've supported over 150 collectives and organisations across the UK and Ireland to make change in their local areas. This includes building the power of people with disabilities, migrants and refugees, young people, carers, working class communities, LGBTQ+ collectives and those living in poverty.
Our work consists of training, coaching, hands-on organising and supporting communities to navigate difference and change.
About the role
The Project Manager coordinates and delivers Act Build Change's programmes and initiatives, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to agreed standards. This hands-on role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects across membership programmes, partnership activities, and internal operations.
Working closely with programme leads and stakeholders, you'll provide essential coordination support to keep projects on track whilst maintaining clear documentation and communication throughout project lifecycles. Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, you'll ensure consistent project delivery standards and contribute valuable insights from project evaluation and monitoring.
Key responsibilities
Project planning and coordination
Manage project lifecycles from initiation through to completion:
Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and documentation using workflow systems.
Track project progress against milestones, identifying risks and proposing solutions to keep projects on track.
Support budget monitoring and resource allocation to ensure projects stay within agreed parameters.
Facilitate project meetings, prepare agendas and keep time, and maintain clear communication between stakeholders.
Project delivery support
Coordinate logistics and delivery across a variety of organisational activities:
Manage workshop, event, and campaign logistics including venue coordination, travel arrangements, and participant communications.
Organise internal projects including team away days, meetings, and organisational events.
Support partnership project delivery by liaising with external stakeholders.
Oversee delivery of programmes and maintain accurate records.
Monitoring and evaluation
Track project outcomes and support continuous improvement:
Collect and analyse project data, feedback, and evaluation results.
Produce regular project reports highlighting progress, outcomes, and lessons learned.
Support evaluation processes for workshops and programmes, identifying areas for improvement.
Maintain project archives and documentation for future reference and organisational learning.
Process and team support
Contribute to effective project management practices across the organisation:
Support implementation of project management frameworks and processes.
Collaborate with colleagues to share learning and improve project delivery methods.
Participate in team planning and reflection sessions.
Assist with ad-hoc projects and activities as required to support organisational goals.
What we're looking for
Essential experience and skills
Demonstrable project management experience with a proven track record of delivering multiple concurrent projects on time and within budget.
Strong experience coordinating events, workshops, or programmes involving multiple stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to manage project timelines, resources, and logistics effectively.
Experience working with external partners, suppliers, or contractors.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to engage diverse audiences.
Strong team collaborator.
Proficiency with project management tools and systems.
Comfortable working remotely with minimal supervision and strong self-management skills.
Desirable experience and skills
Previous experience of community organising or a strong interest in it.
Experience of working in nonprofit or mission-driven environments.
Background coordinating membership programmes or community engagement activities.
Experience organising team events, away days, or internal organisational activities.
Budget monitoring experience.
Personal qualities
Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
Confident project manager who maintains professional standards whilst remaining collaborative and open to different perspectives.
Proactive problem-solver who identifies challenges early and offers practical solutions.
Clear communicator who builds positive relationships with colleagues and external partners.
Adaptable and resilient, thriving in a fast-paced environment with changing demands.
What we offer
Salary and benefits
£30,900-£39,140 salary, depending on experience.
Permanent contract with option for 4-5 days per week (salary and benefits will be pro-rated).
Over 30 days of leave, including 25 days of annual leave, one day off for your birthday, one week off in August for learning and rest, plus Christmas close.
Pension scheme and enhanced parental leave and sick pay.
Working arrangements
Fully remote working (must be within 4 hours of central London).
Access to office space in London when needed.
Co-working space expenses available for those based outside London.
Occasional travel to London may be required (up to twice a month), with expenses covered.
Team away days around the UK (up to four times a year), with expenses covered.
Full equipment and tech support provided.
Growth and impact
Direct contribution to building people's power and making positive social change.
Collaborative, mission-driven work environment with impact across the UK.
Professional development opportunities including training and events (assessed on an individual basis).
Clear growth pathway in an expanding team.
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