Programme Lead
Employer: The Nuclear Institute
Location: Wholly remote, UK based, with regular travel
Temporary: Fixed term, 12 months, with the possibility of extension or transition to a permanent role, subject to funding and performance
Working hours: 0.5 FTE, 17.5 hours per week. Flexibility on the working days / hours
Salary: £15,000 - £17,000 per annum (0.5 FTE, £30,000 - £34,000 FTE equivalent)
Closing date: Apply by 27 March
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You are responsible for planning, delivering and evaluating the Sector Connected Leaders Programme which is a new scheme and in a pilot stage. The role combines project management, stakeholder coordination and delivery of high-quality events and learning activity across the UK nuclear sector. You hold day to day accountability for delivery, budget control and reporting.
Job Description and Job Specification
Job title: Programme Lead, Sector Connected Leaders
Contract: Fixed term, 12 months, with the possibility of extension or transition to a permanent role, subject to funding and performance
Working pattern: 0.5 FTE, 17.5 hours per week. Flexibility on the working days / hours
Salary: £15,000 - £17,000 per annum (0.5 FTE, £30,000 - £34,000 FTE equivalent)
Annual leave entitlement: 25 days plus bank holidays, pro rata. At 0.5 FTE this equates to 12.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays, calculated on a pro rata basis in line with NI policy.
Location: Wholly remote, UK based, with regular travel
Reporting to: CEO
Apply by 27 March
Key Tasks
Programme and project delivery
Plan and manage the end-to-end delivery of the 12-month pilot programme.
Develop and maintain a delivery plan, milestones, risks and mitigations.
Manage delivery within the approved budget.
Events and learning delivery
Design and deliver a structured programme of in person events, webinars, workshops and site visits.
Coordinate venues, logistics, suppliers and facilitators.
Stakeholder management
Act as the primary liaison with the organisations from whom scheme participants will be recruited, including both Government departments and nuclear industry.
Build effective relationships with sponsors, facilitators and participating organisations.
Support organisations to endorse and release participants.
Participant management and communications
Manage participant recruitment, onboarding and ongoing communications.
Ensure a high-quality participant experience throughout the programme.
Promote the programme through NI communications, events and conferences.
Monitoring, evaluation and reporting
Define and track KPIs including participation, satisfaction, diversity and outcomes.
Produce progress updates and a final evaluation report for NI leadership and the Board.
Capture learning to inform a sustainable Year 2 delivery model.
Governance and representation
Support steering group meetings and prepare clear papers and updates.
Represent NI and the programme at sector events when required.
Ensure alignment with NI membership, CPD and nuclear professionalism standards.
Person specification
Essential experience
Proven experience in project or programme management.
Experience delivering events, both in person and virtual.
Experience managing budgets, suppliers and delivery schedules.
Experience working with multiple stakeholders across organisations.
Experience supporting learning, development or leadership programmes.
Essential skills and knowledge
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities in a small team environment.
Practical understanding of adult learning or blended learning delivery.
Ability to work effectively in a pilot or evolving programme.
Essential behaviours
Takes ownership and accountability for delivery.
Works collaboratively across industry and government.
Demonstrates an inclusive approach to working.
Comfortable engaging senior stakeholders with credibility.
Desirable experience
Experience of working with event management systems and applications.
Experience working in or with the nuclear, energy, engineering or infrastructure sectors.
Knowledge of professional bodies, CPD frameworks or membership models.
Experience commissioning or coordinating external facilitators or coaches.
Working requirements
Ability to travel within the UK for a few events and site visits as required.
Availability to work three days per week over a 12-month fixed term.
Flexibility and accessibility
We offer flexible hours and remote working options to accommodate individual needs. This role is wholly remote and can be carried out anywhere in the UK, with monthly travel to London for team meetings.
Support is available for remote workers who require specific adjustments, including ergonomic equipment or assistive technologies.
Commitment to inclusion
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including those from groups underrepresented in the nuclear sector.
Our recruitment process is fair and accessible. Reasonable adjustments are available at any stage. If you require adjustments, please contact us so we can support you.
The Nuclear Institute is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing positive and supportive working conditions.
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