Strategy Programme Manager

Job Introduction

Diabetes UK has an ambitious and exciting strategy – A generation to end the harm 2020-2025 – with a focus on improving outcomes for all people affected by and at risk of diabetes, making a real difference to people’s lives. To drive our new strategy, we have set up strategic programmes to drive us towards a world where diabetes does no harm. As a Strategy Programme Manager, you will help to co-ordinate, plan and deliver a cross-organisational programme of work to help us achieve the outcomes we want to see.  We currently have programme vacancies relating to (1) engagement, fundraising and mobilisation; and (2) harnessing technology.  

We have a friendly and inclusive working environment here at Diabetes UK and are proud of our ‘Connected Working’ framework which allows great flexibility in the way that we work. This means that you can balance your working time between home and the office, subject to the needs of your role of course. We do not dictate the number of days you have to attend the office.

Closing Date: Sunday 30th October 2022

Interview Date: Tuesday 8th November 2022

Please note that all job offers are subject to you providing acceptable evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK.  You might find the following resources useful:

• To view a full list of accepted documents and the checks employers are required to make click here
• To view guidance on proving your right to work to an employer click here

 If you have any questions, please contact HRAdvice@diabetes.org.uk   

Role Responsibility

As part of our highly supportive Strategy & Planning team, you’ll support senior leaders to develop, plan and co-ordinate a programme of work to drive positive change for people affected by diabetes. You’ll collaborate with colleagues across the charity to ensure successful delivery of the programme. You’ll ensure that your programme remains effective and impactful through review and evaluation. And you’ll contribute your critical thinking as we continuously improve the way in which Diabetes UK delivers on its strategic mission.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for this role will have experience of making change happen by skillfully managing cross-organisational programmes of work, preferably relating to one or more of the following areas: engagement, communications, fundraising, mobilisation, harnessing technology.

As well as strong programme management skills, you will have the ability to see the bigger picture and understand system change, the thinking skills to learn quickly and pick up new ideas, the personal impact to drive strategic change and the skills to build relationships and networks across our whole organisation to make sure we deliver our goals.

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 £1,500 towards a range of out of pocket health expenses like new glasses, dentist, chiropractor or osteopath appointments) 
• Early finish Friday and flexible working as part of our approach to activity based working
• Discounts on gym membership
• Employee assistance programme to give you support on any issues that come up in life  
• Annual season ticket loan* (on completion of your probation period and if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)
• Very active social scene including sport teams, gardening and other activities 
• Generous pension provision, life assurance and income protection insurance
• Cycle to work scheme* (eligible for scheme if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)

*Some benefits aren't available until you've passed your probation period and are dependent on the length of contract.

About the Company

For nearly 5 million people with diabetes in the UK, there’s no day off. At Diabetes UK, we fight day in, day out for better care, treatment and support. We won’t stop until diabetes can do no harm.

With more people than ever living with diabetes and millions more at risk of developing type 2, our work has never been more needed. We make sure they get the care and support needed to live well with diabetes and avoid devastating complications.

We fund critical research, which has led to life-changing discoveries – like the first insulin pen and programmes to put type 2 diabetes into remission. Now, we want to do this for everyone and find a cure.

We can’t do any of this without you. Our staff are passionate and determined about helping everyone affected by diabetes. For over 85 years, they’ve been behind vital policy changes, as well as new treatments and technologies to make living with diabetes easier every day.

But there’s more to do. And you can be part of it.

We’re a really diverse bunch and we recognise and respect your value as an individual. As well as helping people with diabetes, you’ll be part of one of the top 30 Best UK Charities to Work For, and one of the top 75 Best Large Companies in London.

We’re committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and we need our staff and volunteers to support this.

Our vision is a world where diabetes can do no harm. Join us today, and together, we can make that a reality.

To find out more about what we do, check out our website.

Diabetes UK