Programme Manager – PEACEPLUS (Unity in Diversity) – First Steps Women’s Centre (FSWC)
Charity Jobs NI (Part of the Happy Jobs Group) is delighted to be exclusively partnering with First Steps Women’s Centre (FSWC) to recruit a proactive, collaborative, and community-focused Programme Manager to lead the delivery of the impactful Unity in Diversity: Empowering Ethnic and Minority Communities in Mid Ulster (PEACEPLUS) initiative in Mid Ulster.
This is a newly funded opportunity to lead a high-profile PEACEPLUS programme designed to empower and connect ethnic and minority communities across the region.
About First Steps Women’s Centre
First Steps Women’s Centre (FSWC), based in Dungannon, is a trusted provider of education, empowerment, and support services in Mid Ulster. With a 27-year legacy of promoting inclusion and progression, the Centre now expands its outreach through the Unity in Diversity programme – working with both men and women across a wide range of ethnic, linguistic, and cultural backgrounds.
About the Programme – Unity in Diversity
Unity in Diversity is a PEACEPLUS-funded, three-year initiative that will reach over 500 participants across Dungannon, Cookstown, Magherafelt, and surrounding areas. With a focus on migrant, ethnic minority, and marginalised communities, the programme delivers storytelling, cultural awareness, civic dialogue, and training activities aimed at promoting inclusion and connection.
About the Role
As Programme Manager, you will lead the full delivery of Unity in Diversity – from co-design through to reporting and evaluation. You’ll coordinate all programme activities, manage partnerships, oversee staff and volunteers, and serve as the primary contact for communities, funders, and stakeholders.
This is a hands-on, community-based role requiring excellent communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and experience working in diverse, grassroots environments.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate all programme elements from co-design through to final evaluation
Deliver inclusive community engagement strategies
Build relationships with ethnic minority and migrant communities
Organise cultural awareness sessions, campaigns, and public events
Oversee budget tracking, reporting, and governance requirements
Ensure safeguarding, data protection, and health & safety compliance
Supervise project staff and volunteers
Develop narrative and financial reports for the funder
Essential Criteria
Third-level qualification or 4+ years of relevant experience
Experience in good relations, community engagement, or diversity-focused work
Experience coordinating events, workshops, or training
Familiarity with working in partnership with local agencies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness
Self-motivated, organised, and confident working independently
Willingness to travel across Mid Ulster
Full UK driving licence and access to transport
Desirable Criteria
Experience of working on EU or PEACE-funded programmes
Multilingual or lived experience of migration
Outcomes-based accountability or evaluation experience
Knowledge of Section 75 and local equality legislation
Why Join FSWC
Lead a pioneering, inclusive, and high-impact regional programme
Make a meaningful difference to hundreds of people across diverse communities
Join a supportive team committed to equity, dignity, and human rights
Enjoy flexibility and strong values-driven leadership
Location: Based in Dungannon, with travel across Mid Ulster (Cookstown, Magherafelt, etc.)
Hours: 30 hours per week
Salary: £32,978 per annum (£21.14/hr)
Contract: Fixed-term October 2025 – September 2028 (3-year post)
Working Pattern: Monday-Friday, flexible working considered
You might be currently working as: Community Development Manager, Programme Coordinator, Good Relations Officer, Equality and Inclusion Lead, Engagement Manager, or similar.
Applications Close: Tuesday 26th August 2025
How to Apply:
Please upload your CV via this platform. A member of the Charity Jobs NI team will be in touch with next steps, including full application details and forms.
If you have any questions before applying, contact us at or call .
Skills:
Community Development Equality and Inclusion Good Relations Programme Management Peacebuilding.
