Title: Programme Administration Officer
Reports to: Administration & Governance Manager
Direct Reports: None
Contract type: 12 Months fixed-term contract
Hours: 5 days per week (37.5 Hours) Worked between Monday- Friday
Salary: Grade 5 - £26,650- £28,821 (5% employer pension contribution,
Medicash and group life assurance, 27 days annual leave per annum for FTE plus bank holidays)
Location: Contractually based from our Liverpool or Manchester Office with flexibility to work from home, subject to business requirements and line manager approval. Travel to programme areas in the North West and other Programme areas may be required.
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Role Summary
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Programme Administration Officer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive administrative support to our Regional Programme Directors and across programmes to ensure the smooth operation of the function. This role requires proficiency in various software applications, excellent communication skills and a proactive, flexible approach to support us as we enter into an exciting period of growth.
Key Objectives of the Role
Working closely with the Chief Programmes Officer, Regional Programme Directors, Administration & Governance Manager and the Senior Programme Administration Officer, this person will:
- Support the administration requirements of the Regional Directors and Programme teams.
- Organise and maintain files, records, and documentation as required.
- Schedule appointments and meetings, and prepare necessary materials.
- Assist with managing correspondence and respond to enquiries in a professional and timely manner.
- Assist with data entry and maintain databases as required.
- Coordinate travel arrangements and itineraries as required.
- Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence as needed.
- Support team members with various projects and tasks.
- Support teams with minute-taking for meetings.
- Support teams with the planning and coordination of various events.
- Support teams with funder reporting and events requirements if required
Please note the critical responsibilities of this role are described above. They may be subject to reasonable changes from time to time in line with business needs.
Travel
This role will be contracted to either Liverpool or Manchester office with some flexibility to work from home, subject to business requirements and line manager approval. You will be required to travel to external events where appropriate and to support the Charity by attending development, training and all staff away days. You will be required to be flexible in regards to travel to ALL programme locations on occasions as required by the needs of the role, wider team and Charity.
Person Specification
Experience (essential)
- At least 2 years of experience in an administrative role.
- Experience of arranging meetings, managing calendars, supporting the tracking of organisational progress and arranging travel for senior staff.
- Experience of organising and maintaining files across multiple departments.
Skills
- Strong organisational, prioritisation, and planning skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Excellent ICT skills, confident with using new pieces of software/online tools for daily administration and project work. Previous use of Google Suite is preferred, but training will be given.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Confidentiality, discretion and sensitivity whilst carrying out all aspects of the role.
- Flexible attitude and willingness to undertake a variety of tasks.
Knowledge & Qualifications
- Understanding and/or lived experience of the issues facing the communities affected by deprivation (desirable)
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How to Apply
To apply for this position, please download and complete the application form from our Careers webpage www.righttosucceed.org.uk/careers and email it, along with your CV, to [email protected] by 12:00pm Monday 8th June 2026.
Your supporting statement must not exceed two pages and should cover your motivation for applying for the role and how your skills and experience meet the criteria outlined in the Person Specification. This is also your opportunity to demonstrate the written communication skills that will be necessary for the role.
Right to Succeed reserves the right to close this vacancy earlier without prior notice for reasons including, but not limited to, business needs or the identification of a suitable candidate. Candidates are advised to apply as early as possible.
If you need any advice or guidance on what to include in the supporting statement, please contact [email protected]
Timetable
Applications invited by: 12:00pm Monday 8th June 2026
1st interview: Friday 12th June 2026
2nd interview & Task: Wednesday 17th June 2026
These dates may be subject to change.
Queries
For queries about the role or, for additional information, please contact: [email protected]
Pay: £26,650.00-£28,821.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Liverpool L3 1BP
