E+ Programme Support Manager

We support peace and prosperity by building connections understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education arts culture language and creativity.

Working with people in over 200 countries and territories we are on the ground in more than 100 countries.

We connect. We inspire.

• Lead the development implementation and continuous improvement of programme support processes and operational frameworks.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures guidance and delivery documentation.
• Ensure consistent operational delivery across multiple programme teams.

• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and customer experience.
• Analyse operational performance and recommend process improvements.
• Support the implementation of new systems tools and ways of working.

• Build collaborative relationships across Programme Delivery Digital Finance Quality Assurance and Compliance teams.
• Provide operational advice and support to internal stakeholders.
• Act as an escalation point for complex operational queries.

• Line manage Programme Support Officers.
• Coach and support colleagues in adopting new operational processes.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

• Experience leading operational or programme support activities within a complex organisation.
• Experience designing or improving operational processes and documentation.
• Strong stakeholder management skills across multiple business functions.
• Experience managing competing priorities and delivering against deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience supporting grant-funded or public sector programmes.
• Knowledge of Erasmus or similar international education programmes.
• Experience of digital transformation or operational improvement initiatives.

A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world.

Equality Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are committed to equality diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.

Safeguarding Statement

The British Council is committed to safeguarding children young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19 UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Councils Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.

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