Programme Director (Closing the Gap)
Programme Director (Closing the Gap)
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Job Description
At Marie Curie we believe that everyone deserves the best possible quality of life until the end of life. We are the UKs leading end-of-life charity and the only one delivering care support and information across all four nations. From community nursing to hospice care from bereavement support to national research and campaigning were fighting to ensure no one dies in poverty pain or loneliness.
Yet 1 in 4 people still miss out on the palliative care they need. This isnt just a statistic its a reality for families across the UK. And as the demand for end-of-life care increases by up to 25% by 2048 the time to act is now.
Thats why were launching an ambitious organisation-wide programme to close the gap in end-of-life care and we need an exceptional Programme Director to lead it.
Your role in our mission
As our new Programme Director you will lead a high-impact cross-functional programme that underpins our five-year strategy. Working closely with the Executive Team and senior stakeholders across the charity you will design and drive change that directly contributes to:
- Growing our influence scale and impact
- Delivering more vital care and support
- Building operational and financial resilience
Youll coordinate multiple workstreams align change initiatives with business-as-usual operations and ensure the entire programme stays focused on delivering real-world outcomes for people at the end of life. This will include:
- Programme Leadership:Define and manage the programme scope deliverables and KPIs. Track progress across workstreams and hold teams to account.
- Strategic Integration:Identify and maximise cross-programme opportunities and interdependencies to drive organisational coherence.
- Governance & Assurance:Establish strong governance manage risk and readiness for change and support decision-making at Programme Boards.
- Communication & Engagement:Work with executive leaders and engagement teams to communicate purpose progress and impact clearly and consistently.
- Budget Oversight:Oversee financial planning and reporting to ensure responsible transparent use of resources.
- Legacy & Learning:Embed continuous improvement by capturing lessons and building transformation capability across the organisation.
What Were Looking For.
Youre an experienced programme leader with a track record of delivering complex cross-organisational transformation. You understand how to deliver at pace influence across senior levels and create clarity in complexity.
Key Criteria:
- Significant programme leadership may come from sectors involving health care or complex service delivery but its not a prerequisite.
- Experience in organisational change transformation or development.
- Outstanding stakeholder management and influencing skills especially with senior leaders.
- Expertise in governance risk management and programme assurance.
- A relevant project/programme management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2 Agile MSP PMP).
- A strong understanding of change management models and how to apply them in a real-world setting.
Why Join Us
This is more than a programme. Its a movement to redefine how the UK supports people at the end of life. Youll work alongside passionate mission-driven colleagues with the full backing of our Executive Team in an organisation that values impact inclusion and innovation.
Be part of the change. Help us close the gap in end-of-life care for good
Please see the full job description here.
Application Process
- As part of your online application you will be asked for a CV and a Cover Letter. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills experience and knowledge for the role.
- Close date for applications: 18 June 25
Salary: 85k - 95k per annum
Contract:Fixed-term contract for 12 months
Based:London/Hybrid. The incumbent will need to work within a commutable distance as regular attendance (2-3 days a week) at our office in Embassy Gardens is required.
Benefits youll LOVE:
- Flexible working. Were happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.
- 25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays)
- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets
- Continuous professional development opportunities.
- Industry-leading training programmes
- Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes
- Enhanced bereavement family friendly and sickness benefits
- Access to Blue Light Card membership
- Subsidised Eye Care
Marie Curie is committed to its values which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.
We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity inclusion and equity in the workplace and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures perspectives and lived experiences.
Were happy to accommodate any requests for reasonable adjustments. Please email any requests to
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
