Pride in Place Programme Delivery Manager
Fixed Term until 31.03.2029
Help shape the future of Sunderland's neighbourhoods
Are you passionate about community-led change and making a real difference to local places?
The Thorney Close, Plains Farm and Springwell neighbourhood has secured long-term investment through the Pride in Place Programme. We are looking for an outstanding Programme Delivery Manager to provide dedicated support to the Thorney Close, Plains Farm and Springwell Pride in Place Neighbourhood Board, helping the Board to develop its long-term vision and translate its priorities into effective delivery.
Employed by Sunderland City Council, you will work closely with the Chair and members of the Neighbourhood Board, residents, community organisations and public, voluntary and private sector partners to co-ordinate delivery of the Pride in Place programme, helping to create positive and lasting change across the neighbourhood.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to provide the dedicated programme management capacity that will support the Neighbourhood Board in developing and delivering an ambitious, community-led programme.
This will include oversight of governance, funding compliance, commissioning, performance management, community engagement and partnership working.
This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of a resident-led programme that will shape the future of the area for years to come.
We are looking for someone who:
Why apply?
Why work for Sunderland City Council:
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: area.arrangements.team@sunderland.gov.uk
Applications must be completed on-line at northeastjobs.org.uk/sunderlandcitycouncil.
Interviews will be held in City Hall, Plater Way, Sunderland SR1 3AA.
If you need any support, contact: jobs@sunderland.gov.uk
Please note that CVs are not acceptable.
All communication about your application for this post will be to the email address that you register with Northeast Jobs. This may include details of an online assessment you may need to complete and an invite to interview if you are short-listed. Please check your email inbox after the closing date for notifications as you may not be notified by any other method. Please remember to check your junk mail items.
Help shape the future of Sunderland's neighbourhoods
Are you passionate about community-led change and making a real difference to local places?
The Thorney Close, Plains Farm and Springwell neighbourhood has secured long-term investment through the Pride in Place Programme. We are looking for an outstanding Programme Delivery Manager to provide dedicated support to the Thorney Close, Plains Farm and Springwell Pride in Place Neighbourhood Board, helping the Board to develop its long-term vision and translate its priorities into effective delivery.
Employed by Sunderland City Council, you will work closely with the Chair and members of the Neighbourhood Board, residents, community organisations and public, voluntary and private sector partners to co-ordinate delivery of the Pride in Place programme, helping to create positive and lasting change across the neighbourhood.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to provide the dedicated programme management capacity that will support the Neighbourhood Board in developing and delivering an ambitious, community-led programme.
This will include oversight of governance, funding compliance, commissioning, performance management, community engagement and partnership working.
This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of a resident-led programme that will shape the future of the area for years to come.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience of managing complex programmes or projects.
- Can build effective relationships across communities, organisations and sectors.
- Has strong governance, financial management and reporting skills.
- Can provide clear, credible advice to a Board and support effective decision-making.
- Is passionate about empowering communities and supporting local leadership.
- Can work strategically while maintaining a strong focus on delivery, outcomes and impact.
Why apply?
- Play a key role in one of Sunderland's flagship neighbourhood programmes.
- Support a community-led Neighbourhood Board to turn local priorities into tangible action.
- Work directly with residents and community organisations to help create lasting change.
- Build partnerships that make a real difference.
- Be part of an ambitious national programme focused on empowering communities and improving neighbourhoods. Join us and help local people shape the future of their neighbourhood.
Why work for Sunderland City Council:
- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexi time to allow for work-life balance
- 26 days annual leave (excluding public bank holidays); increasing to 31 days after 5 years continuous service with the advantage of an additional option to purchase leave scheme
- Hybrid working out in the community, City Hall, and home working
- Car Lease Scheme
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: area.arrangements.team@sunderland.gov.uk
Applications must be completed on-line at northeastjobs.org.uk/sunderlandcitycouncil.
Interviews will be held in City Hall, Plater Way, Sunderland SR1 3AA.
If you need any support, contact: jobs@sunderland.gov.uk
Please note that CVs are not acceptable.
All communication about your application for this post will be to the email address that you register with Northeast Jobs. This may include details of an online assessment you may need to complete and an invite to interview if you are short-listed. Please check your email inbox after the closing date for notifications as you may not be notified by any other method. Please remember to check your junk mail items.
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Salary range
- £43,149 - £47,665 per year