Programme Manager

Job Title: Programme Manager – Central Government

Location: London / Hybrid

Salary: £32,000 – £44,000 per annum (DOE)

Job Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full time

techUK Overview:

techUK is the trade association which brings together people, companies and organisations to realise the positive outcomes of what digital technology can achieve. With over 1000 members (the majority of which are SMEs) across the UK, techUK creates a network for innovation and collaboration across business, government and stakeholders to provide a better future for people, society, the economy and the planet. By providing expertise and insight, we support our members, partners and stakeholders as they prepare the UK for what comes next in a constantly changing world.

About the Role:

The purpose of this role is to support techUK’s Central Government Programme as well as to further our work in ed-tech and education tech procurement.

This position provides an opportunity to work with senior level representatives from industry and Government to support the delivery of market engagement opportunities. This role would suit an articulate and enthusiastic learner, with the ability to support the development of new policy and the delivery of projects and events. The role will encompass the development the programme’s work in edtech. EdTech accounts for about £200m per year and several current members and key prospective members are interested in this area pf public sector tech. Experience of working with industry, the UK technology sector, government, policy development, and other stakeholders is required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Present techUK as the voice of the technology industry to Government Departments and key stakeholders, whilst building new relationships and furthering programme priorities
• Support the development, implementation and communication of techUK activities in a way that meets the needs of existing and potential new members
• Lead the development, implementation and management of the programme’s work in the education sector;
• Lead the set-up and execution of programme events, briefings and meetings
• Promote techUK activities through insights, opinions, social media activities and PR activities
• Liaise with other techUK teams to identify and exploit cross-fertilisation opportunities with other programmes within techUK
• Support the work of various committees and other relevant techUK forums, maintaining liaison with group members
• Deputise for the Head of Programme in their absence and any other duties that might from time to time be required by the Head of Programme and the techUK leadership team

About you:

Essential Knowledge and Experience:

• Strong interest in innovation, the use of technology in the public sector and the UK tech industry
• A self-motivated individual with a positive can-do approach who is comfortable working with competing demands and responding to tight deadlines
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate technical and policy information effectively to a range of audiences
• A team player who has experience of managing relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders and is comfortable working with senior individuals in industry
• Comfortable with public speaking

Desired Knowledge and Experience:

• Demonstrates an understanding of the edtech sector, Government procurement landscape and the positioning and role of trade bodies
• Good high-level knowledge of technology and workings of the technology sector
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of the public sector tech market
• Understand the economic, social and political environment, members’ business sectors and business models, stakeholders and their drivers
• Have capability to use the tools and technologies techUK provides; including but not limited to Microsoft Office, CRM, mobile and home working software, web tools and social media

Additional Information:

• This is a full time role based out of techUK’s London offices, however techUK operates a flexible working policy
• This role profile is a guide to the work that is required but does not form part of any contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances
• The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK prior to the commencement of employment
• The salary range for this role is £32,000-£44,000 per annum based upon experience plus discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits

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Candidates with experience of; Programme Management, Policy Manager, Programme Manager, Public Sector Programme Management, ICT Programme Manager and Technology Programme Manager may also be considered for this role.