Job description

Job Title: Project Manager
Location: Belfast City Centre
Salary: £37,694
Working Pattern: Hybrid
Contract: 3 - 6 months (Initially)

The Opportunity

A respected public sector organisation is seeking to appoint a Project Manager to support the delivery of a range of cultural and development-focused initiatives.

Reporting directly to the Director of Development, this role will take ownership of coordinating multiple live projects, supporting funding activity, and ensuring effective oversight across a small team.
This is a varied and hands-on role, suited to someone who can bring structure and organisation while remaining adaptable within an evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee and track multiple concurrent projects, ensuring delivery against timelines and objectives
Support the coordination and management of a small team, ensuring effective communication and output
Assist with the preparation and submission of funding applications, including exploring EU funding opportunities
Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to senior stakeholders
Introduce and maintain effective project tracking processes and reporting structures
Work collaboratively across departments to support successful delivery of programmes and events

Essential Criteria

Experience managing or coordinating projects within a structured environment
Proven ability to track multiple workstreams and deliver to deadlines
Experience supporting funding applications, grants, or bid submissions
Strong organisational and administrative skills with high attention to detail
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Desirable Criteria

Experience within the public sector, cultural, or community-based environments
Knowledge of funding streams, including EU funding programmes
Experience introducing or improving processes within a project setting

The Ideal Candidate

Adaptable and comfortable working in a developing environment
Resilient, with the ability to manage competing priorities and stakeholder demands
Proactive, solutions-focused, and able to take initiative
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships

Benefits

Competitive salary aligned to Staff Officer grade (£37,694)
Hybrid working model
Opportunity to work on meaningful, high-impact projects

For more information, please contact Ethan Boylan today. IND04