Senior Programme Manager at The Rhodes Trust

**Position Overview**

As the Senior Programme Manager for the Early Careers Launchpad, you will lead a strategic initiative aimed at empowering young Rhodes alumni by offering them comprehensive career development opportunities. We are looking for a proactive leader with strong project management abilities and a passion for fostering young talent through innovative programmes and partnerships.

**Key Responsibilities:**

– Oversee the management and delivery of the programme
– Engage with stakeholders effectively
– Coordinate mentorship initiatives
– Execute workshops and webinars
– Provide career coaching and work placement services
– Support entrepreneurial and research activities
– Exemplify the Trust’s values of commitment, inclusion, belonging, growth, and innovation
– Perform any other duties pertinent to the role, as requested
– Uphold the Rhodes Trust’s values, ethos, and mission

For detailed responsibilities, refer to the job description.

**Required Skills, Experience, and Qualifications:**

– **Proven Programme Management:** Significant experience in managing complex, multifaceted programmes, ideally within career services or alumni relations across various geographies and audiences
– **Leadership:** Proven ability to lead intricate projects collaboratively
– **Network and Partnership Building:** Demonstrated success in forging relationships with external partners and stakeholders across different industries
– **Event Planning Expertise:** Skilled in organising and conducting virtual and in-person events with meticulous attention to detail
– **Communication and Interpersonal Skills:** Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with the capacity to engage a diverse range of individuals and groups effectively
– **Tech-Savvy:** Competent in using contemporary technology and digital tools for event management (e.g., Zoom, Eventbrite) and CRM platforms such as Salesforce
– **Educational Background:** A bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree in business administration, education, or related fields is preferred

**Other Requirements:**

– Willingness to travel internationally to co-deliver programmes and engage with key stakeholders
– Flexibility in working hours, including occasional evenings and weekends
– Proximity to Oxford for on-site responsibilities, with options for partial remote work
– Dedication to the Rhodes Trust mission and values

For more information, click ‘Apply’ to view the full job description and application link. Please submit your CV and a covering letter. In your cover letter, address the following question (in no more than 500 words): How would you approach building relationships with organizations across multiple sectors to support the career growth of Rhodes Scholars? What unique strengths or qualities would you highlight about Rhodes Scholars to demonstrate their value to potential partners with the Rhodes Trust?

The Rhodes Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds and appoint without regard to age, disability, gender identity, pregnancy, parental status, marital status, race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, or belief