Description

Funding support from the UK Government, in the form of the CGT Catapult core grant, is a fundamental element of the CGT Catapult operating model. Working as part of the Strategy and Impact Group, the Impact PMO Coordinator will support the Senior Impact Manager and Impact PMO team to ensure the consistent and efficient execution of operational activities. This contributes towards the effective evidencing of Impact and reporting of KPIs and metrics to Innovate UK.

In addition, this role will work closely with Finance, Business Development and the Business Streams to ensure that all activities are appropriately captured and reported to maximise the demonstration of CGT Catapult impact. This position will be offered as a fixed-term contract (FTC) for a period of between 15 and 18 months.

Key Responsibilities

Project Reporting & Data Management

Assist in collecting and compiling project data for key reports
Support the maintenance of the corporate milestone's tracker, including proactively following up with stakeholders to ensure timely updates
Support the development of monthly reports, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards
Maintain and update the project master list; input key data into PMO automation tools, SharePoint, and CRM systems
Coordinate and support the preparation of monthly project dashboard reports
Identify inefficiencies in reporting processes and recommend improvements

Project Lifecycle & Governance Support

Support project lifecycle management, particularly initiation and closure phases
Track and support post-project activities to ensure complete lifecycle visibility
Input lessons learned into the central repository and facilitate knowledge sharing
Follow up on actions from governance activities (e.g., collaborator surveys, meetings, milestone tracking)
Assist with audit readiness, ensuring accessible and accurate documentation

Meeting & Communication Coordination

Organise key Impact PMO meetings, including quarterly reviews and internal team meetings
Drive effective communication within the Impact PMO team and across the programme delivery network
Manage shared inboxes and internal communication tools

Knowledge & Information Management

Support the management of online platforms (SharePoint, MS Teams, PMO automation) to ensure documentation is accurate, organised, and up to date
Maintain version-controlled documentation libraries
Respond to frequent internal inquiries related to processes, data, and tools

Training & Process Roll-Out

Support the deployment of new tools, templates, and processes across the team and wider business
Assist with stakeholder training and guidance for systems such as ERP, PMO automation, and reporting tools

Administrative & Operational Support

Provide day-to-day administrative support for Impact PMO team and related project activities
Complete simple but essential reports and documentation
Support general operational activities to maintain team efficiency

Experience:

Experience working in an administrative or coordinator role
Experience supporting the coordination of reports
Experience with standard Microsoft packages to a high proficiency
Demonstrable experience in a PMO is desirable

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Highly motivated, pragmatic, and practical to support the mission of the Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult to accelerate the development of a commercial cell and gene-based therapy industry in the UK
High-level interpersonal, communication (oral and written) skills and emotional intelligence
A “roll your sleeves up” hands-on attitude towards varying work assignments
Resilient, with the ability to manage multiple and varied tasks and prioritise workload within a fast-paced professional environment, with a strong attention to detail
Flexible and pragmatic, able to learn quickly and respond flexibly to project needs and priorities
A good team player with a hands-on approach, and adaptable to new challenges
Experience of standard Microsoft packages
Flexibility towards work assignments and new learning
Ambitious, collaborative, driven
Ability to work well under pressure, to work independently and to be able to take the initiative when completing tasks
Comfortable operating autonomously once goals and objectives are set
A positive attitude towards learning, personal and professional development
Keeps up to date with professional knowledge, expertise and best practice
Willingness to travel
Desire to establish a high-profile career within cell and gene sector and the personal drive to help push the sector to be a commercial success
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Has a positive attitude towards learning and personal and professional development

Education / Qualifications:

Educated to A level (or equivalent qualifications/professional experience)
PMO qualifications e.g. AXELOS P3O, desirable
Project management qualifications such as PRINCE2, APM or PMP (desirable)

About Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult

The Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult (CGT Catapult) is an independent innovation and technology organisation committed to the advancement of cell and gene therapies with a vision of a thriving industry delivering life changing advanced therapies to the world. Its aim is to create powerful collaborations which overcome challenges to the advancement of the sector.

With experts covering all aspects of advanced therapies, it applies its unique capabilities and assets, collaborates with academia, industry and healthcare providers to develop new technology and innovation.

The Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult works with Innovate UK.

CGT Catapult is committed to providing an equal, diverse, and inclusive work environment where everyone’s contributions are valued. We celebrate differences, empower, and inspire everyone, because when everyone is included, everyone wins. In 2024, we received bronze accreditation from Inclusive Employers.

Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult

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