Senior Project Manager

Job Introduction

Remission of Type 2 diabetes is a key area of focus for Diabetes UK and is a Priority Impact Area (PIA) for the charity in 2019.

The Senior Project Manager role will support the Director of Research in the oversight and delivery of key objectives of the Remission PIA in 2019 liaising with key individuals across Diabetes UK and external to the charity.

We will consider applicants that wish to apply for a 12 month part time role too.

Role Responsibility

The role-holder will plan, lead and deliver key projects across the organisation related to the Remission PIA.

They will manage the operational aspects of the projects and ensure effective communication and information flows across the organisation.

This is a pivotal role within the organisation and you will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to juggle a range of projects. 

The Ideal Candidate

An experienced project manager and an effective communicator you will play a critical role supporting the strategic focus in this priority area, which is an area that Diabetes UK is investing its efforts into.

You will have the ability to work using your own initiative, as well as working collaboratively influencing a range of key stakeholders internally and externally.  

Educated to a degree level and ideally with some prior knowledge of the health sector and diabetes.

Package Description

What we can offer you: 

• Generous annual leave starting at 25 days plus bank holidays 
• A Cash Healthcare Plan (giving you up to £1,600 towards a range of out of pocket health expenses like new glasses, dentist, chiropractor or osteopath appointments) 
• Early finish Friday and flexible working 
• Discounts on gym membership and days out 
• Employee assistance programme to give you support on any issues that come up in life  
• Annual season ticket loan 
• Very active social scene including sport teams, gardening and other activities 
• Generous pension provision, life assurance and permanent health insurance 

About the Company

Diabetes is the most potentially devastating – and fastest growing – health crisis of our time, requiring ongoing high-quality care and support. There are currently 4.6 million people in the UK living with diabetes, and 12.3 million more at increased risk of getting Type 2 diabetes. Those diagnosed face the risk of life-changing, and life-limiting, complications, unless they are given the very best care and the support they need to manage their condition well. As a society we need to work together now – and take action now – to fund critical research, improve healthcare and treatment, and prevent yet more people developing this potentially life-threatening condition. 

Diabetes UK is a forward thinking and commercially focused organisation, and is the leading charity for the 4.6 million people with the condition in the UK.

As we continue to improve our processes, through continual development and change, this is an exciting time to join us. With established funding streams and following on from the success of our previous five-year plan, we are in a strong position to continue developing and responding to changing environments.

We rely heavily upon the expertise and motivation of our staff in order to work towards our many aims and meet objectives. We aim to be an equal opportunity employer; the organisation recognises and respects the value and diversity of all. We gladly make the adjustments required for people with disabilities to join us. Our diverse functions mean that we can offer you a wide range of rewarding career opportunities.

Diabetes UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable and expects all staff and volunteers to actively support this commitment. 

Diabetes UK recognises and respects the value and diversity of all. 

We have a vision of a world where diabetes can do no harm – if you’d like to be part of that, why not join us? 

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