Project Manager

An exciting opportunity has been created within this innovative team at a leading Healthcare charity HQ - Here is what we're looking for in this PM role: 35 Hours per week commitment From August 2026 for a minimum of 6 months with likely need of 8-9 months (March/April 27) Agile delivery experience Experienced working with creative production teams Highly organised and able to operate autonomously Comfortable using modern workplace tools like Mural, Teams, and interested in how AI tools like Co-pilot or Claude can improve process efficiency Ideally relevant charity experience Ideally innovation process or design thinking experience Salary £40k equivalent The role Project managing a new Service development unit within our healthcare information services. The Unit designs and runs rapid test-and-learn experiments around how we reach people affected by diagnosis with our information, and how we connect those people to the charity. PM work includes Setting up and supporting facilitation of innovation cycle planning, running sprint planning, retrospectives, standups and other regular meetings Managing the team budget along with the Unit Lead Acting as part of the Unit team on innovative concept creation, prototyping and testing Logistics and payment support for our involvement group of people affected by cancer who test ideas and prototypes regularly for us Lead the planning, development and delivery of a review of some of our information video content Working collaboratively with internal clinical teams, subject matter experts, designers, production and motion graphics teams, external experts and people affected by cancer to review and replace out of date/old brand video content Facilitate feedback and revisions with subject matter experts and creative teams, ensuring communication of changes is clear, structured and actionable Coordinate publication of content via the Social Media team (YouTube) and internal Content Management System (CMS). Lead a review of Patient Information team processes, including the organisation and storage of patient information documentation, and provide recommendations to enhance efficiency, consistency and compliance. Job Description Summary To ensure the successful end-to-end delivery of several (small and medium) innovation projects while managing the effective day-to-day operational management that enables sustainable delivery. The role focuses on driving collaboration across teams, ensuring high-quality stakeholder engagement, and maintaining strong control of timelines, budgets, risks, and benefits. Dimensions • Matrix management of multiple project teams • Engagement with a wide range of stakeholders at varying levels of seniority • Responsibility for both project delivery and embedded operational effectiveness Additional Job Description Key Accountabilities Project & Innovation Delivery End to end project management of a variety of Fundraising Innovation projects. Work with Senior Innovation Managers to define and agree project vision, outcomes, milestones, decisions, and budgets. Facilitate day-to-day project activity, enabling effective collaboration, planning, and delivery across teams. Identify, manage, and monitor risks, issues, dependencies, and resource requirements throughout the project lifecycle. Identify and engage stakeholders effectively, adapting approach to suit differing levels of seniority and influence. Manage escalations effectively, ensuring timely, evidence-based decisions that consider risks, costs, benefits, and delivery options. Manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial tracking, including internal and external resources. Provide clear and accurate reporting on costs, benefits, risks, and delivery status. Operations Management Manage the day-to-day operational delivery of innovation activities across the portfolio. Ensure compliance with agreed portfolio, project, and operational frameworks, guidance, and templates. Skills, Knowledge, Experience & Behaviours Strong experience in project and operational management, including delivery of multiple workstreams. Proven capability in matrix management and influencing without direct authority. Able to manage own workload and priorities with minimal supervision, exercising sound judgement on escalations. Highly analytical, numerate, and solution-focused, with strong problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences. Highly collaborative, with a demonstrated ability to build trust and influence across teams and senior stakeholders. Able to facilitate timely decision-making, remove blockers, and maintain delivery momentum. Strong attention to detail. Organised and resilient, able to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure. Proactively seeks feedback and takes ownership of personal development. Comfortable working independently while contributing effectively as part of a wider team.