Senior Digital Delivery Manager – Finance Project

The RSPB is embarking on a major programme to replace legacy finance systems and enhance our
financial management capabilities. 

We are looking for an experienced Senior Delivery Manager, or IT Project Manager to support the
technology delivery aspects of the Finance Systems Replacement Project.

This role is a major organisational priority with potentially challenging delivery timescales. 

We are seeking to recruit a candidate with substantial experience in managing large-scale
digital transformation projects, such as the implementation of a finance system for a separate
organisation. This project will run for up to 2 years and will require full-time commitment.
The role demands specialist expertise and extensive experience in managing comparable projects.
Given that this is a high-priority initiative affecting all of the RSPB’s finance systems, the
skills and experience of the Delivery Manager are critical in mitigating key risks.

The Delivery Manager will oversee the technical delivery elements of a new finance system and
focus to ensure seamless integration, minimised risks, and enhance the overall project
efficiency. Their expertise will facilitate collaboration between technical and finance teams,
as well as business stakeholders, ensuring effective communication, prompt issue resolution,
and strict adherence to project timelines and budgets. 

The Delivery Manager will spearhead the implementation of a new finance system, ensuring the
project aligns with the organization’s strategic objectives and delivers a high-quality
solution. This role involves overseeing all phases of the project, from initial planning and
system selection through to deployment and post-implementation support. 

The ideal candidate will possess a blend of project management expertise, financial system
knowledge, and strong stakeholder communication skills.

Essential skills, knowledge, and experience:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with significant experience in
  delivering and implementing complex projects and finance systems or financial software
  solutions.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies & typical project management tools.
  Project Management Qualifications (Prince2 Practitioner, PMP)
• Deep understanding of finance systems, accounting ERP systems, and financial processes.
• Experience of overseeing the system configuration, customisation, and integration activities
  to ensure the solution meets business requirements.
• Demonstrable leadership ability, able to lead without line management authority.
• An ability to persuade and influence a wide range of people, both internally and externally.
• Able to work under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances and priorities.
• Experience of leading and managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Exceptional stakeholder & supplier management capabilities – Proven ability to manage
  relationships effectively, ensuring clear communication, contract compliance, and the delivery
  of high-quality services in line with project requirements and timelines.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical & finance
  information to business stakeholders.

Desirable skills, knowledge and experience:

• Experience of working in the Charity Sector.
• Developing and execute a comprehensive training plan to ensure end-users are effectively
  trained and prepared for the new system.
• Experience of working in a matrix environment
• Demonstrable experience of developing and working in partnerships to achieve shared outcomes.
• Business process mapping
• Data migration
• Cost and budget management

Additional Information

This is a 2 year Fixed-Term role for 37.5 hours per week. This role could be home based or
based from one of our reserves or indeed hybrid. 

We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from w/c 14th of October 2024. For
further information please contact: [email protected]

As part of this application process you will be asked to provide a copy of your CV and complete
an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience
listed above.

We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels
supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world
richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of
colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate,
sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled,
we are particularly interested in receiving your application. Contact us to discuss any
additional support you may need to complete your application.

The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of
Offenders Act 1974.

The RSPB is a licenced sponsor. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship.

We reserve the right to close this advert once sufficient applications have been received.