Job Description
Routes to Membership Project Manager
Location
RTPI London Office
Reporting to
Director of Professional Standards and Development
Fixed Term Contract
18 months
Job Purpose
To project manage a review of the non-accredited routes to Chartered
membership and ensure that proposed routes and requirements are fit for
purpose, mutually consistent and reflect the needs of a diverse
profession. The Routes to Membership review comprises two phases, and
Phase 1 (a review of the accredited APC route) is currently being
implemented. Project management of Phase 2 will comprise project
scoping, development and delivery of a consultation and communications
strategy, securing of committee approvals and implementation within the
18 months fixed term contract. This role will be working closely with the
Head of Membership and Head of Careers and Professional Development
and report to Committees with recommendations.
Key Responsibilities
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Ensure completion of implementation of the Routes to Membership review Phase 1
Undertake an evaluation of Phase 1 to inform development of Phase 2 project specification
and report as required
Scope the Phase 2 review of the non-accredited routes to Chartered membership,
establishing and utilising a Working Group and other mechanisms as required
Undertake a review of the non-accredited routes to Chartered membership and classes to
ensure they are fit for purpose, mutually consistent and consistent with the accredited route
to membership
Develop and deliver a consultation and communications strategy appropriate to a number
of audiences and including RTPI committees and members, in association with the
Marketing and Communications Team
Develop effective and realisable proposals and secure approval of recommendations and
timetable for change
Identify/establish mechanisms for implementation, and deliver this phase of the review
To undertake such other duties, commensurate with the post, as may be directed by the
Director of Professional Standards and Development.
This job description is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities, and is subject to
change in accordance with the needs of the Institute.
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Person Specification
Applicants must be able to demonstrate the following attributes, skills and experience:
Essential
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Experience of project management.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to build relationships and communicate
effectively with a range of stakeholders and external partners.
Experience of budget management.
Well developed people management skills and a proven track record of partnership
working.
Creative and receptive to new ideas, different ways of working and a systematic approach
to problem solving.
Ability to work to tight deadlines.
Proven ability to think strategically.
A positive and professional approach.
Well developed organisational skills.
Experience of working within a professional institute.
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