Job Description
Only a third of adults in the UK are active enough, but it doesn’t have to be this way. Walking for Health is England’s largest network of health walk schemes, helping all kinds of people to lead a more active lifestyle.
Our vision is for everyone to have access to a short, free and friendly health walk within easy reach of where they live, to help them become and stay active.
The Ramblers is proud to run Walking for Health in partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support.
The post holder will be responsible for the overall management of the Walking for Health programme.
Knowledge, skills and expertise
Essential
• Recognised qualification in programme management (such as MSP) or equivalent demonstrable experience
• Experience of working in partnership to secure and deliver project or programme objectives
• Ability to work flexibly, to manage several activities at one time, and to resolve conflicting priorities efficiently
• Ability to diagnose problems, provide innovative solutions and make logical, timely decisions
• Experience in managing staff including motivating, developing and coaching individuals
• Budget management experience, ideally in the charity sector
• Experience of monitoring and evaluation systems and processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of and ability to ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures
• Willing to work flexible hours – including some weekend and evening work
How to apply
Please apply directly to the Ramblers here: http://www.ramblers.org.uk/jobs/walking-for-health-programme-manager.aspx