IT Project Manager Apprentice

Job Description

IT Project Manager Apprentice

Contract: Full time - Fixed Term apprentice contract 4 ½ years, (Degree study/work apprenticeship) This will incorporate 20% off the job study time to fit in with the study requirements as applicable.

Salary: £22,122 - £23,228 with excellent benefits

Location: London, UK

Hybrid Working: A minimum of 40% of working time is spent face to face, either in London office, or as a result of external engagement or travel for WaterAid. WaterAid is located at Canary Wharf, London and this will be your location and contract base. In order to apply for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK.

About WaterAid:
Want to use your skills in our IT department to play a vital role in making clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene normal for everyone everywhere?

We need passionate, creative and dedicated people. In return, you will be encouraged and empowered to be yourself at your very best. Together, we will make a bigger difference.

Join WaterAid as the IT Project Manager Apprentice to change normal for millions of people so they can unlock their potential, break free from poverty and change their lives for good. On top of that you'll be joining a 2020 Great Place to Work® award-winning organisation.

About the Team:
The WaterAid global IT team is customer-facing with a remit for front-line service operations, cyber security, technology change and project delivery across our global organisation, in addition to the development and support of IT infrastructure and application services running across WaterAid globally. The team also has direct responsibility for 250+ staff working in the UK and provides services and support for WaterAid staff across 20+ countries.

About the Role:
The IT Project Manager Apprentice at WaterAid is to actively contribute to the successful delivery of IT projects by supporting the IT Operations Engineers and Program Management team. Through collaborative efforts, the apprentice will assist in project planning, requirements gathering, resource allocation, and risk management while maintaining accurate project documentation. By working closely with various stakeholders and embracing agile methodology principles, the apprentice will help overcome challenges, ensure efficient project implementation, and ultimately contribute to the WaterAid's mission of making a positive impact on communities worldwide.

The IT Project Manager Apprentice will:

• Collaborate with the IT Operations Engineers to support the successful delivery of IT projects. Assist in project planning, requirements gathering, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including project plans, progress reports, and project-related documentation as required.
• Act as a liaison between different stakeholders involved in IT projects, facilitating effective communication and coordination to ensure project goals are met.
• Assist in identifying and resolving project-related issues and challenges, employing critical thinking and analytical skills to find innovative solutions.
• Embrace and learn from the organisation's agile methodology principles, focusing on continuous improvement and maximising efficiency in project delivery.
• Gain exposure to various IT systems and technologies used within the organisation, understanding their roles in project implementation.
• Participate actively in training sessions and workshops, developing project management skills and IT knowledge to support personal and professional growth.
• Ensure that projects adhere to established quality standards and best practices, contributing to the overall success of the IT team's efforts.
• Display flexibility in taking on additional tasks and responsibilities as required, assisting in various IT initiatives to meet WaterAid's objectives.

About You:

• A high level of enthusiasm for contributing to WaterAid's global mission and values.
• Pursuing a relevant certification or degree in IT Project Management, or a related field.
• Strong organisational skills with an ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise accordingly.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, able to work well within a diverse team.
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Basic understanding of IT concepts, systems, and technologies.
• Familiarity with agile methodology or project management principles (desirable but not mandatory).

Closing date: Applications will close at 23:59 on 29th January 2024. Shortlisting and interviews may take place on a rolling basis and the application process will close if a suitable candidate is found prior to the advertised closing date.

How to Apply: To see the full job pack, please click 'Apply'. Please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter into one document in either Word Document or PDF format.

Pre-employment screening:
In order to apply for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK. All our vacancies require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to comply with our Safer Recruitment policy.

Our Benefits:

• 36 days' holiday (including 8 Bank Holidays)
• Option to buy an extra 5 days annual leave
• We offer a generous pension plan with employer contribution of up to 10%
• Wide range of flexible and agile-working arrangement
• Season Ticket Loan
• Free annual eye tests
• Pay as You Give charitable giving scheme
• Enhanced Maternity and Adoption/Surrogacy pay, Shared Parental Leave and Paternity Leave
• Sabbaticals
• Volunteer Day

Our Commitment

Our People Promise:
We will work with passion and focus to ensure safe and sustainable water, toilets and hygiene are available to everyone, everywhere. WaterAid is a place of purpose - where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to put the wellbeing of our people first, to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.

Equal opportunities:
We are an equal opportunity, disability-confident employer and are dedicated to achieving the highest standards of diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions and ways of life. This includes, but is not limited to, race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, national or social origin, health status, and economic or social situation.

Safeguarding:
We are also committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously.