Programme Manager – Social Impact

Leading and scaling a 200+ volunteer network supporting prison leavers into employment

Central London (with travel to prisons) | Full-time | Salary TBC

About the Organisation

Our client is a growing charity focused on supporting prison leavers into sustainable employment and long-term reintegration.

Through structured support, training and employer engagement, the organisation provides individuals with the opportunity to rebuild their lives and contribute positively to society.

The Opportunity

An opportunity has arisen for a Programme Manager to design, implement and lead a high-impact volunteer programme.

This role will take ownership of an established network of 200+ volunteers, with responsibility for developing a structured, scalable and effective programme aligned to organisational growth.

This is a hands-on position suited to someone comfortable building programmes from the ground up, while driving engagement across a diverse stakeholder group.

Key Responsibilities

Design and deliver a comprehensive volunteer programme aligned to organisational objectives
Develop structured pathways across mentoring, employability, events and skills-based support
Lead recruitment, onboarding and training of volunteers, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and prison-specific requirements
Manage engagement and communications across a 200+ volunteer network
Build and maintain relationships with corporate partners to support programme growth and funding
Plan and deliver initiatives and events within both prison and community settings
Oversee programme budgets, policies, reporting and impact measurement
Ensure safeguarding standards and best practice are consistently applied

Candidate Requirements

Proven experience managing or developing large-scale programmes, volunteer networks or communities
Demonstrated ability to design and implement initiatives from concept through to delivery
Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage corporates, partners and community organisations
Knowledge of safeguarding principles and experience working with vulnerable groups
Highly organised, proactive and able to operate with a high degree of autonomy

Experience within social impact, employability or criminal justice sectors would be advantageous, but is not essential.

Additional Information

Location: Central London, with regular travel to prison sites
Working pattern: Full-time
Salary: To be confirmed

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying your experience to a role with clear social impact and long-term value, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Andrews Recruitment Group

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