At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate impactful education projects and support architecture students and professionals.
- Company: Join RIBA, a global leader in architecture and cultural excellence.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous pension, and 27 days annual leave.
- Other info: Flexible working options and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in architectural education while working in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and experience in project coordination or event management.
The predicted salary is between 34000 - 38000 £ per year.
Be part of the vision; be part of RIBA. RIBA is a global professional membership body, and a cultural organisation, driving excellence in architecture.
Salary: £34,000 - 38,000 per annum
Location: London/Hybrid
Hours: 35 hours per week, 12-month FTC
About the Role
This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive professional to help deliver high-impact education initiatives that support architecture students, graduates, academics, and practitioners. Working within the RIBA Education and Learning team, the Education Projects Coordinator will manage scholarships and bursaries, support prestigious education awards including the RIBA President’s Medals, coordinate events and knowledge-sharing activities, engage with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to communications and fundraising initiatives. This varied and rewarding role combines project coordination, grant administration, stakeholder engagement, and event delivery, making a tangible difference to the future of architectural education and research.
What are we looking for?
- Essential
- Excellent organisational and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence liaising with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Experience of administering projects, programmes, events, awards, scholarships, or similar initiatives.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail, particularly when managing data, documentation, and processes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
- Desirable
- Experience working within the education, higher education, membership, charity, or professional body sectors.
- Experience coordinating judging panels, committees, grants, bursaries, or awards programmes.
- Knowledge of architectural education and the built environment sector.
- Experience using CRM, database, or online application management systems.
- Experience supporting communications activities, including website content, newsletters, and social media.
Why Join us?
Our Benefits: RIBA offers an amazing employee benefits package which includes (a) a generous pension scheme with employer contributions (up to 12%), (b) life assurance, (c) annual leave of 27 days plus bank holidays and paid closure of 3 discretionary days between Christmas and New Year.
Please note that you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to proceed with any candidates who cannot show the relevant documentation so please only apply if you meet these criteria. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.
RIBA aims to be an inclusive employer, committed to building an authentic and diverse environment where all are encouraged to be themselves. We champion work/life balance and welcome requests for flexible working across our organisation. We value applications from all sections of society and appreciate divergent experience, therefore if you are excited about the role and working with us, yet your experience may not align perfectly with every single skill or competency, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Closing date: 5th January 2027
Interview date: TBC
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Education Projects Coordinator in City of London employer: RIBA
RIBA is an exceptional employer that prioritises diversity and inclusion, fostering a collaborative work culture where every voice is valued. With a strong commitment to employee growth, RIBA offers opportunities for professional development and engagement in meaningful projects that shape the future of the built environment. Located in a vibrant community, employees benefit from a supportive network and the chance to make a significant impact within the profession.
