Programme Manager

Our client is a not-for-profit membership association which supports and promotes the UK family-owned business sector. It’s membership has an aggregate turnover in excess of £51bn and includes some of the largest, oldest and most high profile businesses and brands in the UK.

Location: Central London

Post reports to: Development Director

Works with: - Director General

- Communications Manager

- Membership & Events Officer

Salary: Up to £35K per annum (depending on experience)

Job overview: Working as part of a small, highly motivated team, the Programme Manager is responsible for the development and successful delivery of high quality content for Forum (educational / networking) programmes and activity. With circa 50 - 60 events across the UK per annum, the Programme Manager devises and researches themes, sources and secures speakers, ensures the smooth running of events and is responsible for the overall integrity of Forum activity.

Duties & Responsibilities:

1) Programme Manager:

1.1 Content: working closely with the Development Director, devise and research key topics, identify and secure speakers and other contributors of the highest calibre (including live case studies), to address the agreed themes

1.2 Planning: planning of designated Forum events, including liaising with speakers to ensure high standards of delivery in line with agreed themes. Liaise with sponsors and other stakeholders, as required. Maintain an up-to-date plan of each activity (event) on MS Project

1.3 Disseminate learning: write and disseminate notes on the key learnings from Forum events

1.4 Strategy: develop and agree with the Development Director the annual plan for Forum including the schedule of activities (seminars, conferences and courses), key themes and content, ensuring alignment with the overall Forum strategy as approved by the Executive Committee

1.5 Budgeting: in collaboration with the Development Director and Membership and Events Officer calculate and agree the annual budget for Forum direct costs and manage expenditure in line with the agreed parameters

1.6 Marketing: work closely with the Membership & Events Officer to achieve marketing goals for Forum activity, providing content on programme themes and speakers

1.7 Event Management: working with the Membership & Events Officer, ensure high standards of event management, overseeing the execution of programmes and monitoring delegate feedback

As part of a small team the Programme Manager role includes minor administrative tasks supporting the Research Foundation, the Board and the Director General

Skills & Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role, or family business environment
• A good understanding/knowledge of, and a keen interest in family business
• Excellent strategy development, planning and organisation skills
• Proficiency in MS Project software
• Good communication skills
• Willingness to work as part of a small team
• Adaptability
• Ability to work quickly and under pressure

This role would suit: Content Manager, Conference Producer, Seminar Producer, Congress Producer, Conference Content, Conference researcher, Association, Content Producer, Programme Manager, Not for Profit, Content Manager