Program Manager - Leadership Development

Programme andDevelopment Manager Help community and voluntary organisations secure funding, develop strategies and build capacity. Location:  Belfast/ Hybrid with client travel Duration of Post:  Permanent  Third Sector Connect (TSC) is seeking a motivated and experienced Programme and Development Manager to support the delivery of TSC programmes while supporting community and voluntary organisations to secure funding, develop strategies, and build capacity. This role combines hands-on project management with consultancy assignments such as developing funding applications, delivering training, and producing strategic reports for councils, charities, and community groups. At Third Sector Connect, our mission is to support and empower organisations to achieve their goals and make a lasting impact in their communities. Over the last 4 years we have supported the delivery of successful projects and programmes for councils, charities, community organisations and sports clubs in Northern Ireland and the border counties of Ireland, delivered training programmes to community groups and supported organisations to secure over £25 million in funding for community in the past 2 years. Join us to help shape the future of the third sector in Northern Ireland. The Programme and Development Manager will play a key role in delivering TSC programmes, while also supporting community and voluntary organisations to develop funding applications, develop business cases, deliver training, and strengthen their capacity. This is a client-facing role that combines programme management with consultancy assignments, requiring excellent organisational, communication, and relationship building skills. Design and deliver workshops, training, and capacity building sessions for community and voluntary organisations. •  Monitor programme performance, prepare reports, and support evaluation processes. Support organisations to prepare high quality funding applications, business cases, and strategic plans. •  Provide tailored consultancy support, including action plans, business cases, evaluations, and organisational development projects. •  Undertake research, consultation, and analysis to support feasibility studies, business cases, and strategic development projects. •  Prepare high-quality written reports and client-facing documents to a professional standard. Build and maintain strong relationships with councils, charities, community groups, funders, and statutory agencies. •  Represent TSC at external meetings, networks, workshops, and events. Contribute to internal business planning and development activities. •  Undertake analytical/report writing, feasibility/business case work, and client consultancy. Community Development, Business, Education, Social Policy). •  At least 2 years’ experience in programme or project management within the third sector, consultancy, or a related field. •  Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality reports. •  Commercial awareness and an entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to spot and develop opportunities. •  High level of IT literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). •  Full driving licence and access to a vehicle. Experience of grant writing. •  Experience in evaluation, business case development, or impact measurement. •  Volunteering or lived experience within the community and voluntary sector. Competitive salary with potential for performance bonus. • 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays). •  Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. •  Home working equipment support. •  Pension contributions. •  Mileage allowance. •  Ongoing professional development and training opportunities. •  Performance-related progression.