Oral History Project Manager

Fixed Term Contract until January 2028

About the project

From Past to Present is an oral history project which will collect and share personal stories of people with learning disabilities and the professionals who worked with them in Kent, focusing on how support surrounding relationships and sexuality have changed in the past four decades. The project will train social care staff to become oral history interviewers, record interviews, and share this heritage through a public exhibition, events and a professional creative performance. The project is supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and delivered in partnership with a range of local organisations.

About the role

We are looking for a proactive and organised Oral History Project Manager to lead the From Past to Present project on a fixed term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to coordinate an inclusive oral history project that brings together multiple partners and celebrates the stories of people with learning disabilities.

You will oversee timelines, outputs, budget, and risk management while also providing research leadership to ensure the project is delivered ethically, sensitively, and in line with best practice when researching sex, relationships, and reproductive rights with people with learning disabilities. You will manage a small team, work closely with partners, and ensure that all materials, from the website to public events, are clear, accessible, and reflect the values at the heart of the project.

This role is perfect for someone with research experience involving people with learning disabilities on sensitive topics such as sex and relationships, strong project management skills and knowledge of social care,.

Hours

This is a part-time role, 22.5 hours per week, with flexible working arrangements. Some evening or weekend work may be needed for events, but we will always plan ahead and support you to balance your time.

Location

Hybrid working is available. You will work from your home in Kent and attend in person activities at locations including Maidstone. Travel across Kent will be part of the role and therefore a driving licence and access to your own vehicle is desirable.

About You

You are organised, confident, and passionate about inclusion. You have experience managing projects and budgets, building partnerships, and working with people with learning disabilities. You can lead a team, communicate clearly, and keep everything on track.

You will need

Research experience involving people with learning disabilities on sensitive topics such as sex and relationships. Knowledge and understanding of social care and the historical experiences of people with learning disabilities, including institutionalisation and restrictions on rights.

Strong project management experience

A good working knowledge of co-production experience with adults with learning disabilities

Excellent organisational and communication skills

Experience managing budgets and reporting to funders

Ability to travel across Kent

Closing date 29 May, interview will take place the following week via Teams.

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