Senior Manager Programme Delivery and Development - 3 Year Fixed Term Contract

Special European Union Programmes Body; Belfast; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A public authority in EU funding is seeking a Senior Manager for Programme Delivery and Development. This role involves leading the delivery of EU-funded programmes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and building relationships with key stakeholders in Northern Ireland and Ireland. The candidate will implement and manage operational plans to meet targets effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management and delivery of cross-border EU funded programmes.
• Implement operational plans to meet programme and financial targets.
• Ensure robust funding decisions and compliance with regulations.

Job description

Senior Manager Programme Delivery and Development - 3 Year Fixed Term Contract

ROLE DESCRIPTION: To lead the management, implementation, and delivery of cross-border EU Structural and Investment Funds Programmes, particularly PEACEPLUS, ensuring strategic alignment, operational efficiency, and compliance with EU and national frameworks.

This includes:

• Develop and implement operational plans to meet programme and financial targets
• Ensure robust and transparent funding decisions
• Implement effective administrative and financial control procedures
• Ensure compliance with EU regulations and North-South accountability frameworks
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with government departments in Northern Ireland and Ireland, the European Commission, and external bodies across public, voluntary, and community sectors
• Contribute to the corporate management of SEUPB
• Participate in staff management and organisational development