The Programme and Impact Manager oversees the delivery and development of Kinetic Foundation’s partner-funded programmes and workshops, focusing on personal development activities, community programmes, and impact recording and reporting, ensuring robust data management and safeguarding compliance. This dynamic role requires a flexible, organised individual passionate about youth development and social mobility.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Personal Development Activities
* Manage, implement, and evaluate partner-funded programmes and workshops to enhance participants’ social-emotional skills, resilience, and employability.
* Coordinate with external deliverers, funding partners and schools to schedule and deliver workshops for 16-19-year-olds.
* Manage programme budgets, monitor expenditure, and ensure cost-effective delivery in collaboration with partners.
* Ensure workshops address barriers to success aligning with the Foundation’s impact framework.
Community
* Oversee HAF programmes, to support recruitment and awareness of the charity in KS3 and KS4.
* Manage food deliveries, staffing, budget awareness etc. for HAF programmes as well as completing the end of delivery reports and evaluations required.
* Communicate with participants, parents/carers, schools, and stakeholders to promote programme accessibility and engagement.
* Maintain and update the CRM and master calendar to ensure all community programme events and opportunities are scheduled and communicated effectively.
Impact Recording and Data Management
* Oversee the collection, cleaning, and analysis of programme data to ensure robust, GDPR-compliant records of participation, outcomes, and impact.
* Conduct pre- and post-intervention monitoring and exit route tracking to measure long-term impacts, such as transitions to employment, training, or university.
* Develop quantitative and qualitative reports to communicate impact to funders, senior management, and trustees, using data visualisation techniques where possible.
* Implement the Kinetic Impact Framework across all programmes to ensure consistent evaluation and continuous improvement.
* Work alongside the COO to keep CRM up to date with participant numbers on the programme.
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of youth unemployment, NEET status, and social mobility trends to inform programme design and reporting.
Team Collaboration and Management
* Manage the Youth Engagement Officer through weekly meetings, ensuring alignment with programme goals and participant needs.
* Collaborate with the COO, marketing, and fundraising teams to align programme delivery with organisational objectives and funding requirements.
* Support the wider team by attending events and opportunities linked to Kinetic Futures and community programmes, ensuring high attendance and engagement.
Safeguarding – Kinetic Futures
* Ensure all programmes, workshops, and events comply with the Foundation’s safeguarding policies, including DBS checks and training requirements.
* Ensure risk assessments and all relevant trip packs are created for any external visits in good time so they can get signed off.
* Work with the COO to support safeguarding procedures, coordinating to address concerns promptly.
* Maintain a visible presence at schools and programme sites to promote a culture of safety and accountability.
Person Specification
Essential Skills and Experience
* Passion for the Kinetic Foundation’s vision and mission, with an understanding of the challenges faced by disadvantaged young people in London.
* Experience managing youth-focused programmes, ideally in education, employability, or sports settings.
* Proven project management skills, with the ability to implement and evaluate programmes and manage budgets effectively.
* Knowledge of working in school environments, particularly with KS3, KS4, or post-16 education settings.
* Strong organisational skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable using CRM systems for event and data management.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to engage diverse stakeholders, including funders, schools, and participants.
* Analytical skills to collect, clean, and interpret programme data.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
* Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.
Desirable Skills and Experience
* Experience in football or sports-based youth development programmes.
* Understanding of quantitative and qualitative data analysis and proficiency in data visualisation tools.
* Familiarity with London’s educational and community landscape, including partnerships with schools.
* Experience coordinating with funding partners to deliver and report on programmes.
Personal Attributes
* Dynamic and flexible, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
* Passionate about empowering young people through sport and education.
* Collaborative, with strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
* Detail-oriented, with a commitment to delivering high-quality programmes and accurate data.