Strategic Project Delivery Manager, NFP

Strategic Project Delivery Manager

We are seeking an experienced Project Delivery Manager to lead the successful delivery of organisational priorities, projects and change initiatives within a values-led organisation.

Position: Strategic Project Delivery Manager

Salary: £48k - £51k per annum depending on experience, with progression to £57,177

Location: Reading / Hybrid working

Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week (part-time considered)

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 6 July 2026 – applications will be reviewed on receipt and we reserve the right to close early if a suitable candidate is found.

This is a brand new and exciting opportunity to play a key role in driving organisational priorities and ensuring strategic projects are delivered effectively, on time and with measurable impact.

This highly autonomous role offers significant responsibility and visibility across the organisation. You'll work closely with senior leaders, taking ownership of key areas of organisational delivery, identifying emerging risks and opportunities, and helping to drive progress across multiple strategic priorities. You will also provide leadership to a small team and contribute to organisational effectiveness through improved processes and delivery disciplines.

• Coordinating and overseeing strategic projects and organisational priorities
• Developing and maintaining project plans, risk registers, action logs and reporting frameworks
• Producing high-quality reports, briefings and papers for senior leaders and governance groups
• Monitoring progress, identifying risks and supporting mitigation planning
• Supporting organisational planning, governance and decision-making processes
• Building strong relationships across teams to ensure joined-up delivery
• Leading and developing a small team while promoting continuous improvement

You will be an organised and confident project professional with experience supporting senior leaders and delivering complex programmes of work.

• Proven experience managing projects, programmes or organisational change initiatives
• Strong project management skills and knowledge of recognised methodologies
• Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Outstanding written communication skills, including report writing for senior audiences
• Experience producing governance, board or committee papers
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
• High levels of discretion, integrity and sound judgement

A formal project management qualification and experience managing staff would be advantageous.

Our client is a respected national organisation with a strong public service ethos. They are committed to delivering meaningful impact through high-quality services, effective governance and continuous improvement. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to strategic organisational priorities within a collaborative and purpose-driven environment.

• Programme Manager
• Project Manager
• Strategic Programme Manager
• Business Manager
• PMO Manager
• Organisational Development Manager
• Change Manager
• Governance Manager
• Portfolio Manager
• Executive Office Manager

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