Programmes Manager

Bermuda Education Network (BEN) is a registered charity whose mission is to support students and teachers in Bermuda’s government schools. Our strategic priorities include improving literacy outcomes, enhancing professional development for educators, and providing high-quality experiential learning opportunities.

Position Summary

We are seeking a creative, dynamic, and highly organised Programme Manager to lead the implementation and continuous improvement of BEN’s school-year programmes, including the Horizons Experiential Learning Programme and the BEN Book Club. The Programme Manager will also oversee impact evaluation, teacher training initiatives, and support for struggling readers—key pillars of BEN’s mission.

This role is available only to Bermudians, Spouses of Bermudians, and residents with PRC status.

Key Responsibilities

Programme Delivery & Coordination

  • Plan and manage the annual schedule for BEN programmes.
  • Coordinate transport and logistics for Horizons expeditions.
  • Deliver select components of the Horizons programme.
  • Supervise and liaise with programme delivery partners.
  • Recruit and coordinate volunteers.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Maintain strong relationships with principals, teachers, parents, and community partners.
  • Coordinate with Network Teachers supporting BEN programmes.
  • Organise teacher workshops and focus groups.

Monitoring & Evaluation

  • Lead the tracking and reporting of programme impact across BEN’s three strategic goals.
  • Develop and use appropriate tools and metrics to evaluate programme outcomes and drive continuous improvement.

Teacher Training

  • Design and manage professional development initiatives for educators, ensuring alignment with BEN’s mission.
  • Facilitate workshops and support capacity-building among teaching staff.

Literacy & Support for Struggling Readers

  • Develop or implement strategies and programmes to support struggling readers, especially in primary education.
  • Define and monitor success metrics for literacy interventions.

Administrative & Operational Duties

  • Budget oversight and financial controls for programme budgets.
  • Manage accounts payable processes.
  • Support marketing and communication for the Horizons programme.
  • Assist the Awards Committee with the coordination of the annual Outstanding Teacher Award.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree and/or teaching qualification preferred.
  • Minimum of three years’ experience in teaching or programme management.
  • Experience in Bermuda’s public school system is strongly preferred.

Required Skills & Attributes

Teaching / Schools Expertise

Deep understanding of Bermuda’s public education landscape. Ability to earn trust and buy-in from school leaders and classroom teachers.

Technical Knowledge

Knowledgeable in literacy development, reading interventions, professional development design, and/or educational evaluation.

Leadership & Collaboration

Demonstrated ability to lead and manage adult team members. Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative, inclusive leadership style.

Project Management

Highly organized and able to manage multiple responsibilities and stakeholders. Creative problem-solving and adaptive thinking.

Strategic Thinking & Fit

Independent, intellectually curious, and aligned with BEN’s mission. Friendly, persuasive, and able to thrive in a small team environment.

This position is available to Bermudians, Spouses of Bermudians and PRCs only. Overseas applicants will not be considered. If you feel this is a fit, please send your CV to becky.ausenda@ben.bm.