Technical IT Delivery Manager (Location: +/- 3 hrs UK time)

About the role

The Meliore Foundation is seeking a Technical IT Delivery Manager. The successful applicant will be responsible for the delivery of IT projects and some longer term IT initiatives, reporting to, and working closely with the IT Director. Whilst this role largely involves project management, the successful candidate will also be expected to provide technical direction to project teams and other stakeholders.

The types of projects and initiatives will be varied and will heavily involve the implementation and ongoing development of business systems (such as ERP, HRIS and other back office applications) - both individually and how they work together with a focus to improve operational efficiency and suitability in an evolving workplace. Demonstrable experience here is essential.

This role will work with people across the whole IT team including Cyber Security professionals and will be responsible for choosing the right team members for project work, with guidance from the IT Director and other team managers as required.

This role will not have any line management responsibilities initially but this is likely to change. Given you will manage project teams, people management skills are important. The successful candidate will be self-driven and possess a proactive approach to their role.

If this sounds like you, we'd love for you to apply.

How you’ll contribute

• Delivery of the portfolio of IT projects for the Foundation
• Help shape the priorities and roadmap for IT delivery with the IT Director and other team managers
• Work cross-functionally with stakeholders outside of IT - both within our Global Operations Team and across the Foundation
• Act as the key communication bridge between technical and non technical project stakeholders
• Identity and manage risks relating to IT projects
• Provide business analysis input into project work
• Identify gaps in project related skills and work with IT Director to resolve
• Work in line with the Cyber Security team, in ensuring all deliverables and the steps to delivery are following a risk-based approach to cyber security.

Our ideal candidate has

Essential Skills

• A degree in Computer Science/other relevant subject, or equivalent experience.
• 8-10 years direct experience as a technical project manager.
• Ability to deliver a range of IT Projects simultaneously with proven experience and industry-recognised methodologies. A Project Management certification is desirable but not essential.
• Technical experience working with tools including Google Workspace, Slack, Netsuite, IntelliHR and SmartSimple is advantageous
• Experience working in an agile environment
• Strong breadth of IT knowledge including data architecture, ERP systems and business analysis
• Financial management and planning experience in relation to project delivery
• The ability to work well in a remote-first environment and across cultures
• Strong ability to be analytical and to provide influential input into discussions
• Willingness to be flexible to support colleagues in different timezones where necessary
• Willingness to travel on occasion to meet team members and others from across the Foundation
• The ability to work under minimum supervision.
• Experience of leading a diverse team
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Desirable skills

1. Good understanding of data principles and management
2. A keen interest in AI tools for productivity

Why join us?

• Be part of a remote-first, international network of professionals working on climate, energy and nature. We offer coworking access in some locations.
• Work with a bunch of dynamic, culturally diverse individuals who combine their passion to make a difference with a rigorous and results-oriented approach to work.
• Enjoy regular opportunities to connect and collaborate with colleagues around the world.
• A full-time position with a consultant or employment contract, subject to location, for 12 months, with possible renewal after one year. Only candidates with the right to work in their location will be considered.

Your future workplace

Our vision is for a world where science-based facts help guide the public debate. The Meliore Foundation endeavours to put just, inclusive and equitable solutions to global issues at the core of the world's political, social, environmental and economic discourse. To help achieve this vision, Meliore provides operational support and regranted funding for aligned programmes engaged in strategic communications and campaigns.

A place to thrive!

We’re an international network that values genuine diversity. We know that our mission will need all of society and we want our network to be reflective of the richness of that society. We are looking for people who bring their best, most professional and effective selves to work. People who are respectful, kind and have a sense of fun. If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

Your ideas, perspectives, and lived experiences are key to how you go about your work. We encourage people from historically disadvantaged or underrepresented groups to apply.