Programme Officer

Your New Company Hays are partnering with a third sector organisation to recruit a Programme Officer who will be responsible for the delivery, co-ordination and quality assurance of the organisation's ongoing projects until March 2027 (extension subject to funding). Your new role To conduct monitoring and verification of funded projects in accordance with the OBA framework and payments and monitoring schedule. Regularly review the monitoring and evaluation processes and systems to ensure the collection, tracking and reporting of data at project and Fund level, algins with reporting requirements Conduct annual evaluation of funded projects in line with the project outcomes and agreed measures In cross-collaboration, review processes and data to identify what works, challenges and lessons learned for programme development. Ensure reliability and accuracy of information through quality checks and provision of support to funded projects when collecting data. Compile and analyse data to produce high quality reports for internal and external audiences. Assist with a competitive grant application and award process for the allocation of funds in line with the requirements of the Department of Education. Provide training and ongoing support to grant recipients on how to manage their grant. Provide support to grant recipients on how to evidence their impact. Contribute to the organisation's thinking, processes and systems relating to measuring and evidencing our impact. To take part in and assist in the organisation of special events, outings, visits and any other activities as required. Be available for planning, review, support and appraisal meetings and any relevant training and staff development as required. What you'll need to succeed A degree level qualification or equivalent in an area of study related to or incorporating Sociology or Community Development or Business Development. Two years' experience in the field of Community Development in an Education, Social Care or Health setting. Two years previous experience of programme monitoring and evaluation with reporting responsibility to both internal and external stakeholders to include the OBA approach. Demonstrable data analysis experience and proficient in the use of Microsoft packagers, including Microsoft Excel. A full current driving licence enabling the holder to drive in Northern Ireland/ROI and have the use of a vehicle for official purposes OR have access to a form of transport that will enable the candidate to meet the requirements of the post in full. What you'll get in return Salary scale of £37,336 – £40,221 per annum Contract position until March 2027 with possible extension (subject to funding) Hybrid working Office Location Belfast but requires travel to other sites What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)