National Historic Ships UK
Leading Lights Project Manager

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LEADING LIGHTS PROJECT MANAGER
£36,900 Per Annum • Fixed Term • Full Time Generous Benefits
National Historic Ships UK (NHS-UK) is seeking a Project Manager for the Development Phase of its Leading Lights project to join their small and friendly team in Greenwich, on a 12-month full time contract.
Funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund with support from The Pilgrim Trust, this project is designed to support craft on the National Register of Historic Vessels, as well as the infrastructure and techniques needed to maintain and conserve them.
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The Leading Lights Project Manager will be responsible for the effective delivery of the Development Phase, ensuring that targets are met on budget and the stage two application is successfully submitted. Key responsibilities include:
- Working with the relevant consultants to deliver a strategic vision and business plan for NHS-UK
- Managing the Development Phase budget
- Organising the launch and promotion of the Leading Lights project at a NHS-UK event
The Leading Lights Project Manager will also be responsible for recruiting an evaluation consultant and an activity plan consultant to work alongside.


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The successful candidate will need to demonstrate experience in working on a funded project and writing applications. They will need to be used to tight deadlines and preparing formal reports. We are looking for excellent communication skills, including the ability to confidently engage with multiple stakeholders, and ideally someone who has previously worked in the heritage sector.
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