Splash Projects

Join our team

The Splash Projects team reflects the high performing and vibrant nature that we expect from our work.  We are looking for an individual to join us who is passionate about making a difference in the world, dedicated to developing others and who doesn’t do things by halves!

If you are interested in applying for the role below or finding out more, please contact simon.poole@splashprojects.com and laura.erhard@splashprojects.com.  All applications will be confidential.

Project Director – Full Time
Reports to: Managing Director (MD)
Direct reports: 0 + contractor team
Location: SW England (Devon).  Extensive international travel.
Position available: Feb 2011
Salary: On request

Objective of role: Project manage, coordinate, lead and deliver charity-based executive development projects worldwide.  A key ‘on the ground’ delivery role that is essential in supporting company growth.

Key accountabilities:
• To evaluate individual project needs in terms of
materials, resourcing and project management in line
with client budget and H&S needs
• To research and source appropriate charities at
desired project locations ; ‘pre-project surveys’
• To initially support MD with project design &
eventually become autonomous
• To research, source and lead a team of contractors
prior to, during and post project delivery
• To complete all project admin, to include verification of
supplier invoices , feedback forms etc
• Full responsibility for Splash Project materials
(including tools and uniforms) during project life span:
checking before departure, loading/unloading,
maintenance etc
•To facilitate participant planning sessions and debriefs
according to each projects’ objectives
• To liaise effectively with MD and International
Business Director to ensure all client needs are met

Key Competencies and skills required:
• Experience in physical international relief projects
•Strong intercultural awareness and ability to work in developing countries
•Produce project survey reports and project plans
• Excellent project management skills involving large teams of participants
• Preferably ex military
• A hard worker with high resilience
• Flexible, to work to tight deadlines and prepared to travel
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and diplomacy skills
• Fully certified in construction, health and safety and risk assessment
• Able public speaker, confident with PowerPoint
• Fully literate in Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Office

A background and passion for training and development or teaching would be advantageous, as would experience in project drawing packages and First Aid qualifications.