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We have a generous holiday package; plus the opportunity to buy more, great pension schemes and a number of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.\nClosing Date: 29 November 2026\nThe Role\nWe are recruiting for a Transformation Programme/Project Manager to join our Transformation Team. This is an exciting opportunity and will allow you to support one of a number of cross-institution, strategic projects to shape the future of Newcastle University.\nIn order to be successful, you should have significant experience within a Programme and Project management role, with evidence of how you have successfully delivered projects to time within a multi-faceted organisation, and how you have utilised project methodologies to ensure success.\nDemonstrable experience of driving and managing complex strategic, organisational and culture change with a focus on working with staff and teams to gain acceptance of change is key. Your relationship and stakeholder management skills will be vital to project success, along with a strength in interpersonal communication, negotiation and influencing abilities. Previous demonstrable experience aligning specifically with Estates and Facilities transformation and change would be beneficial, although not essential.\nIf this sounds like an opportunity you would be interested in, feel free to reach out and contact Sharon Burleigh, Head of Strategic Projects and Change,  for more information.\nTo apply please upload your CV and cover letter evidencing how you meet the essential criteria of the role as outlined in the “Success Profile “ of the job description.\n*Fixed term contract duration until 31 August 2028\n**Interviews will be held 9th December 2026\nPurpose of the Role\nDrive strategic transformation initiatives that deliver measurable improvements in institutional effectiveness, student and staff experience, and alignment with the university’s long-term vision. This role ensures that change projects result in tangible benefits and sustainable outcomes across academic and professional service areas.\nKey Outcomes & Accountabilities\nStrategic Project Delivery\nSuccessfully deliver transformation programmes that align with institutional priorities, achieving agreed scope, budget, and timelines.\nEnsure each project contributes to measurable improvements in operational efficiency, service quality, or user experience.\n Benefit Realisation\nAgree and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and success metrics for each initiative.\nEnsure benefits are realised and sustained post-implementation, with clear reporting to governance boards.\nStakeholder Engagement & Change Adoption\nEnsure high levels of stakeholder engagement and satisfaction across academic, administrative, and external partners.\nCollaborate with Change Managers to ensure adoption rates exceed targets and change is embedded effectively.\nGovernance & Risk Management\nMaintain robust governance structures and risk registers that proactively identify and mitigate issues.\nEnsure timely escalation and resolution of critical risks and dependencies.\nCapability Building\nEnhance the university’s project delivery capability by promoting best practices and mentoring colleagues.\nContribute to the development of a transformation toolkit tailored to the higher education context.\nSuccess Profile\nEssential Experience & Skills\nDemonstrated success in leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects with measurable outcomes.\nExpertise in project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile, PMI) and benefit tracking.\nStrong communication and influencing skills across diverse stakeholder groups.\nProven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under pressure.\nDesirable Experience\nExperience in digital transformation, student experience enhancement, or operational efficiency projects.\nUnderstanding of university governance, funding models, and strategic planning.\nFamiliarity with change management principles and collaboration with change professionals.\nAttributes\nOutcome-focused, adaptable, and proactive.\nCredible leader with strong influencing skills, even without direct line authority.\nProfessional, quality-driven, and collaborative.\nQualifications\nDesirable: Formal project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, AgilePM).\nNewcastle University is a global University where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. 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