Senior Programme Manager, Academic Pillar
Quick answer
Refugee Studies Centre is hiring a senior leader to oversee the Academic Pillar, focusing on academic access programmes for refugees and displacement-affected learners, with a minimum of 3 days in Oxford, UK, and a salary range of £49,119 - £58,265.
- Role
- Senior Programme Manager, Academic Pillar
- Organization
- Refugee Studies Centre
- Location
- Oxford, United Kingdom (minimum 3 days in office)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- £49,119 - £58,265
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Senior Programme Manager, Academic Pillar will oversee the Academic Pillar at the Refugee Studies Centre, focusing on academic access programmes for refugees and displacement-affected learners, with a particular focus on the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.
What you'll do
- Provide end-to-end leadership for the planning, delivery and continuous improvement of Academic Pillar programmes
- Line-manage and support a team of colleagues across multiple locations
- Translate organisational strategy into operational delivery through programme design and planning
- Lead the strategic development and scaling of the Academic Pillar’s programme portfolio
- Contribute to the development of RLRH’s Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) portfolio
- Coordinate with Head of Programmes, Director of Operations and Strategy, and Executive Director
What it takes
- A postgraduate degree (or equivalent professional experience)
- Substantial experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder education programmes
- Experience in translating organisational strategy into operational delivery
- Significant experience leading and developing high-performing multidisciplinary teams
- Experience working with data, monitoring, and evaluation systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Oxford, United Kingdom, with a minimum of 3 days in the office per week.
What is the compensation range?
The compensation range is £49,119 - £58,265.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a postgraduate degree, substantial experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder education programmes, and experience in translating organisational strategy into operational delivery.
How do I apply?
Applications should be made online and include a CV, cover letter, and a work product relevant to the role.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 19th October 2026 (midday UK time).
How to apply
Apply directly on Refugee Studies Centre's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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