Programme Manager

Cardiff Metropolitan University is embarking on an exciting journey to procure and implement a new student record system - an initiative that will shape the future of how we support our students. As part of this transformational programme, we are recruiting a team which will play pivotal roles in delivering and shaping this change. We are now looking for a Programme Manager to build this team and oversee the programme management activity to ensure its successful delivery.

As a key member of the Programme Board, you will provide expert guidance and support to shape a compelling vision with clear deliverables and drive the development of a strategic programme plan that turns that vision into reality.

From programme initiation through to implementation and embedding into business as usual, you will lead with credibility and visibility. You will create a collaborative environment where shared goals and collective ownership inspire commitment of project objectives. You will bring colleagues and external parties together, developing strong, cross-functional relationships to achieve a collective result.

Areas you will lead on: 

• Delivery of programme and project outcomes to the highest standard, on time, within budget and aligned to strategic goals.
• Management of the programme team, including third-party partners and specialist resources, ensuring the right people are in place and working effectively to deliver the programme’s goals.
• Provide reporting and management information for sponsors, senior management and relevant Boards.  
• Exemplify best practice in programme and project planning, stakeholder engagement, risk and issue management, and change control.
• Proactively identify and manage risks, ensuring ownership of corrective or preventative action.
• Support effective programme governance, reviewing and approving governance submissions across the programme.

What you’ll bring

With significant experience of delivering complex, multi-faceted change programmes in a large organisation; you will bring a strong working knowledge of programme and project management processes and techniques. As a Programme Manager with a broad understanding of IT systems, you are confident managing delivery within time, cost and scope – ensuring outcomes are achieved to a high standard.

You will be comfortable building relationships with a wide range of people, with a proven ability to positively influence and negotiate at a senior level. You must be skilled in gathering, analysing and presenting complex information, through reports, briefings and presentations.

In addition, you will have

• Excellent organisational and time management skills to plan and organise complex programme activities 
• Ability to solve problems with an appreciation of possible longer-term implications
• Experience of line management or matrix management  
• Experience of understanding changing needs, opportunities and threats throughout the lifecycle of a programme
• Practitioner qualification in Agile, APM, Prince 2 or equivalent

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Annual leave of 35 days, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days 
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
• Excellent family friendly policies – take a look on our Policy Hub page.
• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
• Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.

Contact us  

For more information about the role please contact Mairwen Harris on mharris3@cardiffmet.ac.uk.

All applications must be submitted online via our recruitment portal, HIRE.

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Should a high volume of applications be received, we may need to close this vacancy early. We therefore encourage you to apply as early as possible.

Cardiff Metropolitan University is proud to be a Disability Confident employer and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant.

All applicants with disabilities, or those who are part of the Armed Forces community who during the shortlisting process meet the essential criteria for the role will be progressed to the next stage.

The University is committed to creating a highly inclusive culture. We offer family friendly and flexible working arrangements and a range of staff networks, forums and events to support and develop our people. We warmly welcome applications from those traditionally underrepresented in the higher education sector.