Job Description
Job Title
Project Manager: Agri-food and Tourism
Salary 
PS2
Evaluation Number
 
Accountable to
Growth Deal Programme Manager
Location of Post
Llandudno Junction (with Hybrid working) 
 
Job Purpose
Manage the engagement with external project sponsors on the Agri-food and tourism projects;
Progress applications for related funding opportunities
To develop relationships with key stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of projects;
Undertake research as required to inform project development;
               
 
Responsibility for functions (e.g. staff, budgets, equipment)
Manage revenue project budgets, monitor expenditure and costs.
Be responsible for relevant equipment including laptops and mobile phones.
 
 
Duties and Responsibilities
Agrifood and Tourism
Manage the engagement with external project sponsors, ensuring projects are developed and delivered to Growth Deal standards and in line with agreed policies and procedures
Support the development and delivery of current agrifood and tourism projects and emerging future projects.
Proactively anticipate and manage risks and benefits across the programme
Engage with sector stakeholders and participate in relevant sector discussions including relevant boards
Progress applications for related funding opportunities as required and lead on the delivery of those activities
Work with key regional stakeholders, partners and governments to ensure successful delivery of the programme.
Undertake research as required to inform project development and support the work of the wider Portfolio Management Office
 
 
Project Management 
To support and manage multiple projects/workstreams.
Organise, prepare for, attend and contribute to programme board meetings
Prepare for, attend and contribute to project board meetings
Provide professional support including quality assurance to other projects as required.
 
Portfolio and Programme Management 
Support the wider Portfolio Management Office including the Innovation in High Value Manufacturing programme
Co-ordination and manageme inter-dependencies across programmes and projects
Support with benefits realisation across the portfolio
  
Resource Management  
Maximise the effective use of resources in the delivery of projects
 
Performance Management 
Performance management and accountability at project output levels
Risk management and accountability at project output levels
 
Reporting and Accountability 
Reporting on project and resource planning as required
Quality assurance of all data and performance reports
Acting as an expert and trusted advisor within the Portfolio Management Office
 
Ambassadorial 
Acting as an advocate for the Growth Vision and the region
Development and management of effective external relationships at all levels
Management of external project communications and public relations
 
Compliance and Conduct 
Working to all set policies and procedures and law e.g. financial, equalities, health and safety
Demonstrating the highest standards of professional behaviours and values in line with Ambition North Wales’ organisational values.