Project Manager (Fixed Term Contract)
2 days ago
London
The Vacancy This is a fixed term contract role from June 2026 - 30 September 2027 Job purpose We are seeking a collaborative and experienced Project Manager with an applied understanding of quality improvement and evidence-based methodologies. This is a hands-on role for a team-player who combines project management with direct delivery. Our programme portfolio spans contextualised care, national audits, registries, antimicrobial stewardship and sustainability. You will play a crucial role in delivering this portfolio, coordinating partners, ensuring high-quality outputs and supporting the development of new resources, research and sector-facing activities. You will provide team management whilst ensuring the smooth running of complex workstreams, from planning through to evaluation. Key responsibilities Integration & Improvement • Contribute to the development of and delivery of processes and shared frameworks and a joined-up approach across key RCVS Knowledge initiatives relating to improving quality., • Support implementation of monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL/MEAL) mechanisms to assess programme outcomes., • Manage procurement, negotiation, and delivery of work with external partners and contractors., • Explore innovative approaches to income generation and contribute to funding applications that align with our charitable purpose. 2. Project Management & Delivery • Manage planning, coordination, and delivery of assigned projects, including Contextualised Care, auditing and registries (National Neutering Audit, and Canine Cruciate Registry), Quality Improvement, antimicrobial stewardship, One Health and sustainability., • Develop, manage and maintain project documentation, including project initiation documents, project plans, schedules, risk and issue log and resource plans, to ensure efficient and timely project delivery., • Manage day-to-day operations of project delivery, working with internal and external contributors, technical suppliers, and partners., • Ensure projects are delivered within scope, time, and quality expectations, escalating challenges appropriately. 3. Research & Evidence • Support study design, data interpretation and analysis to ensure the quality and credibility of outputs and ensure methodologies are robust, evidence-based and aligned with project needs, • Lead the preparation of reports and summaries, • Support the clinical lead on stakeholder resources, literature searches (and other evidence gathering), ethical approval, peer-reviewed publications, and research quality and integrity assurance processes. 4. Stakeholder & Partnership Support • Coordinate engagement with veterinary professionals, practices, researchers, and sector partners., • Support advisory groups, steering groups, and collaborative networks., • Work with the communications and marketing team to draft communications, updates, and briefing materials for internal and external audiences. 5. Line Management • Provide line management to project officer(s), and support to other team members as appropriate., • Promote a supportive, inclusive, and high-performance team culture. 6. Organisational Contribution • Work closely with the head of department on programme development, impact tracking, and strategic alignment., • Prepare reporting for governance committees, senior leadership, and external partners., • Contribute to cross-functional working groups and organisational projects., • Support fundraising activities, including stakeholder management, planning approaches, building organisational knowledge, drafting sections of grant applications or supporting evidence for external bids. 7. Other • Contribute to the wider activities of RCVS Knowledge as appropriate., • Undertake any other duties commensurate with the objectives of the post. Person Specification Essential • Proven experience in project management managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders., • Applied understanding of quality improvement and evidence-based methodologies., • Experience working with data, clinical audits, or research processes., • Demonstrable line management or supervisory experience., • Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities., • Experience in veterinary or human healthcare, research, clinical audit, or clinical registry environments., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to work well within a team and alongside clinicians, researchers, and external partners., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills., • Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment., • Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion., • Demonstrated integrity and professionalism in all aspects of work. Desirable • A master's degree (or equivalent) with a research component in veterinary medicine/science, veterinary nursing, Quality Improvement, behaviour change, or a related discipline., • Experience supporting or contributing to fundraising, grant writing, or income generation activities., • Experience developing or evaluating programme outcomes, MEL frameworks, or impact reporting. Vacancy closes 29th April 2026 1st Interviews - (online) - 5th & 6th May 2026 2nd Interviews - (In Person) - 13th May 2026 Please note you must be available on the dates above and ideally we are seeking a candidates who can start as soon as possible