Programme Manager | Inclusive Jobs

475615 Programme Manager

Active Travel England

Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 6th September 2026

📍 Location: Birmingham, York (This role is suitable for hybrid working)

💷 Salary: £57,515 – A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%

🕘️ Contract Type: Fixed term up to 2.5 years – Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time

🏆️ Available Positions: 3

Active Travel England is the government agency responsible for making walking, wheeling and cycling safer and more accessible across England. Working closely with the Department for Transport, local authorities and national partners, we support the delivery of active travel infrastructure through expert advice, funding and policy leadership. This is an exciting opportunity to lead high-profile projects, influence national priorities and help shape the future delivery of active travel at scale.

Top Responsibilities

Lead the planning and delivery of programmes and projects, establishing clear scopes, plans and governance frameworks.
Develop business cases with project leads, subject matter experts and cross-agency partners.
Build and manage effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Identify, manage and escalate risks and issues, driving solutions where needed.
Ensure projects deliver strategic benefits through effective governance, assurance, contract and grant management.
Monitor programme performance, resources, timelines and delivery outcomes.

For more information on the role and responsibilities please see the full job advert on CS Jobs using the link provided.

Benefits

Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here
25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave).
8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King’s birthday.
Access to the staff discount portal.
Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc.
Joining a diverse and inclusive workforce with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues.
24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff.
Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.

About You

To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience:

Project or programme management qualification, or equivalent experience.
Good understanding of local transport planning and delivery.
Working knowledge of street design standards and active travel infrastructure and/or behaviour change initiatives that support active travel.
Skilled in programme management, governance, contracting and/or grant management.
Ability to interpret policy and translate it into practical delivery.
Experience leading teams, developing colleagues and building strong relationships.
Strong communication skills with a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

How to Apply

👉 Read the full description and apply here: https://bit.ly/4zIdxRN

This vacancy closes at 23:55 on Sunday 6^th September 2026