Full job descriptionSenior Project Officer - Young Londoners Programme
Mayor’s Office | SE1 | Hybrid Working
Pay Rate: £28.42 PAYE / £37.00 Umbrella
Hours: 7.4 hours per day, 5 days per week
Start: ASAP
Contract End: 19 March 2027 (potential extension)
Location: SE1, London (approx. 2 days per week in office)
Requirement: Basic DBS Clearance
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Project Officer to support the delivery of the Mayor’s flagship £32m Youth Club Investment Programme and other initiatives aimed at improving opportunities for young Londoners.
Key Duties
*Support delivery of the Youth Club Investment Programme across London.
*Administer grants and issue funding agreements.
*Coordinate meetings with funded organisations.
*Monitor programme performance, budgets, risks, and reporting requirements.
*Support procurement and management of evaluation partners.
*Work with communications teams on programme promotion and branding.
*Assist with the development of future youth employment and cultural access programmes.
*Manage stakeholder engagement with boroughs, charities, and community organisations.
About You
You will have:
*Strong project and programme management experience.
*Experience of grant management and monitoring.
*Knowledge of the youth sector and issues affecting young people.
*Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
*Strong analytical, reporting, and organisational abilities.
*Experience working within local government, charities, or community-focused organisations.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-profile programme that will make a lasting impact on young people across London.
Apply now for an immediate start.