Project Manager

Project Manager role at Irish Cancer Society.

Title: Project Manager

Currently reports to: Programme Management Office

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full-time, 35 Hours per week, 9am to 5pm Mon - Fri

Location: Hybrid model (remote and in-person in Dublin 4)

Office days: Wednesday and Thursday weekly

Cover letter: Required. Should be no more than 1 page and include examples of experience managing cross-departmental change projects, and why this role interests you. Include salary expectations as a realistic range. Applications without this information may not be reviewed.

• Manage the end-to-end delivery of assigned strategic projects and programmes, including defining scope, objectives, detailed project plans, and resource allocation to deliver on strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure milestones and deliverables are achieved on schedule and within parameters.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, escalating where appropriate and developing contingency plans.
• Ensure adherence to organisational policies, standards, and best practices throughout the project lifecycle.
• Take lead responsibility for the operational delivery of components of large-scale cross-organisational strategic projects, coordinating multiple stakeholders and workstreams.
  • Drive the coalition of reporting across multiple teams and departments, consolidating project data to provide accurate, timely updates for the Executive Leadership Team (ELT).
  • Prepare and deliver clear, concise reports and presentations reflecting progress, risks, and impact of strategic initiatives.
  • Develop and maintain project documentation, dashboards, and tools to track performance against KPIs and objectives.
  • Support the Head of Strategic Programmes in facilitating cross-organisational collaboration and alignment in reporting standards and processes.
  • Facilitate effective communication between project teams, stakeholders, and leadership to manage expectations.
    • Work with the Head of Strategic Programmes to ensure project activities align with organisational priorities and strategic goals.
    • Build and maintain relationships with internal teams, external partners, and beneficiaries to promote collaboration and successful delivery.
    • Support change management activities within project teams to facilitate adoption of new processes or systems.
      • Contribute to development and standardisation of project management methodologies, tools, and templates across the organisation.
      • Identify opportunities to improve project delivery and reporting processes, sharing lessons learned and best practices.
      • Participate in training and development activities to enhance project management skills and sector knowledge.
        • Undertake other duties as required to support the successful delivery of the organisation's strategic objectives.
        Who You Are
        • You are highly organised, detail-oriented, and motivated by delivering results that make a difference.
        • You have strong analytical skills and can translate data into actionable insights.
        • You communicate clearly with a variety of audiences and adapt your style to engage at all levels.
        • You thrive in collaborative environments and build relationships to drive projects forward.
        • You are proactive, flexible, and resilient, able to manage competing priorities and navigate complex challenges.
        • You are committed to the organisation's mission and values and to working in the not-for-profit sector.

This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended to meet the Society's changing requirements after discussion with the post holder.

Your qualifications and experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of project management experience, ideally in a complex or multi-team organisation.
• Recognised project management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2 Practitioner, PMP).
• Proven success in delivering projects on time, within scope and budget.
• Familiarity with project management methods and tools (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile, MS Project).
• Strong skills in reporting and data analysis, with the ability to produce clear progress reports and presentations.
• Experience coordinating reporting across teams to provide senior leadership with consolidated updates.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
  • Desired: Experience in not-for-profit or public sector; familiarity with strategic planning and performance measurement frameworks (KPIs, OKRs); knowledge of governance, compliance, and risk management best practices.
    • Personal: Excellent communication, able to work with senior stakeholders; strong relationship-building; organised, problem-solving; able to manage multiple priorities; proactive and collaborative.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 21 September 2025. All CVs are logged through a third-party system for processing.

The Irish Cancer Society is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees. We know that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

• 23 days annual leave plus public holidays, Good Friday and Christmas Eve (if it falls on a working day)
• Service days to reflect long service
• Sick pay scheme (probationary period)
• Flexitime
• Defined contribution pension (after 6 months)
• Group health plans and travel schemes
• Death in service benefit
• Paid family leave and learning development opportunities
• Employee assistance programme
• Optional flu vaccination

We do not require the assistance of agencies.

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