About this role
Act Build Change is looking for a Project Manager. Since 2019, the organisation has supported over 150 collectives and organisations across the UK and Ireland to make change in their local areas.
The Project Manager will coordinate and deliver Act Build Change's programmes and initiatives, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to agreed standards. This hands-on role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects across membership programmes, partnership activities, and internal operations.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and documentation using workflow systems
- Track project progress against milestones, identifying risks and proposing solutions to keep projects on track
- Support budget monitoring and resource allocation to ensure projects stay within agreed parameters
- Facilitate project meetings, prepare agendas and keep time, and maintain clear communication between stakeholders
- Manage workshop, event, and campaign logistics including venue coordination, travel arrangements, and participant communications
- Organise internal projects including team away days, meetings, and organisational events
- Support partnership project delivery by liaising with external stakeholders
- Oversee delivery of programmes and maintain accurate records
- Collect and analyse project data, feedback, and evaluation results
- Produce regular project reports highlighting progress, outcomes, and lessons learned
- Support evaluation processes for workshops and programmes, identifying areas for improvement
- Maintain project archives and documentation for future reference and organisational learning
- Support implementation of project management frameworks and processes
- Collaborate with colleagues to share learning and improve project delivery methods
- Participate in team planning and reflection sessions
- Assist with ad-hoc projects and activities as required to support organisational goals
Requirements
- Demonstrable project management experience with a proven track record of delivering multiple concurrent projects on time and within budget
- Strong experience coordinating events, workshops, or programmes involving multiple stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to manage project timelines, resources, and logistics effectively
- Experience working with external partners, suppliers, or contractors
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to engage diverse audiences
- Strong team collaborator
- Proficiency with project management tools and systems
- Comfortable working remotely with minimal supervision and strong self-management skills
Desirable:
- Previous experience of community organising or a strong interest in it
- Experience of working in nonprofit or mission-driven environments
- Background coordinating membership programmes or community engagement activities
- Experience organising team events, away days, or internal organisational activities
- Budget monitoring experience
How to apply
Submit your application using the application form at the link below. Your submission should include: your CV (PDF, max. two pages) and answers to the application questions, referring to the job description and providing specific examples.
Application deadline: Thursday 23 July 2026 at 23:59.
First round interviews will begin the week of Monday 17 August 2026. Note:
This role is for UK-based candidates who have the right to work in the UK.