Julia Selby

Experience

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  Muscular Dystrophy Campaign

  Jul 2007 - May 2011

  • Events Officer

    Jan 2009 - May 2011

  • Events Assistant

    Jul 2007 - Jan 2009
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  Raleigh International

  Jun 2011 - Sept 2011

  Volunteer Logistic Coordinator and Volunteer Project Manager

  Logistics CoordinatorResponsible for planning and delivering all the food and equipment requirements of the expeditionPlayed an integral role in planning the logistical requirements for the resupply of the project groups deployed over three states in India Sourcing supplies in country, negotiating costs, and preparation of inventories Assisted with the day-to-day running of the expedition including the management of the communications and vehicle support of the project sitesProject ManagerResponsible for a team of 12 - 16 young participants (age 17 to 24) to ensure all aims of the project were met Liaised with Project Partners, suppliers, and management of local labourers on the work siteCoached and supported venturers on their personal goalsContinually assessed safety, the task progress and the general well being of the venturers, supported solely by radio communication with the fieldbase.The role demanded day-to-day problem solving, advanced planning skills and a great deal of motivation. Show less

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  Muscular Dystrophy Campaign

  Sept 2011 - Mar 2013

  Challenge Events Coordinator
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  Stroke Association

  Mar 2013 - Sept 2015

  Responsible for strategic development and management of the London Events. Our events portfolio includes cycling, running, trekking and adrenaline based challenges. Direct line management and development of an Events Officer and Events Assistant.Responsibility for production, control, phasing, forecasting and reconciliation of the events fundraising budget.Main responsibility was the project management of Stroke Associations flagship mass participation event ‘Thames Bridges Bike Ride’ which has over 2,000 cyclists. I was responsible for all aspects of event management including risk assessments, course design, budget management, supplier sourcing and management, health and safety, catering, event entertainment, online and offline marketing, social media, participant recruitment as well as recruitment and management of a large number of volunteers. On the day management; problem resolution, liaison with multiple public agencies Show less Managed the recruitment and marketing process of the inaugural Prudential Ride London-Surrey 100 participants with 75 Golden Bond places and additional 10 own places. Raised £30,000 over target.Run to the Beat with 50 Golden Bond places and recruited additional 22 own place runners.Managed Stroke Association's bespoke 'Resolution Run, Hyde Park'. Included all logistics, marketing, administration, volunteer recruitment, budget and health and safety aspects. Recruited and managed over 200 volunteers for Stroke Association's Thames Bridges Bike Ride in May 2013. This included learning in depth event details and logistics in order to manage them effectively in the lead up and on event day. Show less

  • Events Manager

    Nov 2013 - Sept 2015

  • Events Officer

    Mar 2013 - Nov 2013
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  Parkinson's UK

  Sept 2015 - Mar 2020

  Project managed the end-to-end delivery of seven workstreams to develop the charity’s new membership product. Including: - New join process and forms for both print and website - Development and distribution of new membership materials- User journeys for different audiences- Internal and external communication campaigns- Delivery of an AGM for 200+ members.I provided regular reports to senior management, steering group and board of trustees on project progress.I worked with senior stakeholders to ensure milestones were reached on time.I ensured the end product work was created with users in mind, gathering feedback and requirements and running workshops throughout the development process.I produced and maintained project life-cycle documentation, including roadmaps, action logs, decision logs, risk registers and budget controlling.I worked in an agile way, facilitating workshops and sprints to build prototypes. Show less Responsible for the project management of the Pedal for Parkinson’s series of three events. This includes: the event management, risk assessments, budget management, supplier sourcing and management, digital and print marketing, social media and participant recruitment. Responsible for on the day management including; problem resolution, liaison with third party suppliers and volunteers. Income £110K meeting target in 2017.Responsible for the introduction of a brand-new event BOXCAM 200. This included; user testing with stakeholders, project management documentation, marketing and recruitment plans, supplier management, complex on the day planning and logistics as the event is staged across three different locations. Income £77k, beat fundraising target by £8k in 2017. In addition the role requires:• Regular liaison with local groups and high value supporters. • Coordination of internal project teams ensuring tasks and targets are delivered on time. • Evaluation and status reporting on each event throughout project life cycle to senior managers.• Direct line management and development of Events Assistant.BOXCAM 200 was the basis for my Masters in Project Management thesis. I tested the suitability of PRINCE2 on managing third sector events gaining knowledge of Agile methodologies Show less

  • Project Manager -Membership Programme (Team Parkinson's)

    Jun 2018 - Mar 2020

  • Events Project Manager - Cycling

    Sept 2015 - Jun 2018
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  Cancer Research UK (CRUK)

  Jun 2020 - Sept 2021

  Project Manager

  Project managed the delivery of several technology change projects, including process development, large financial data reconciliation and Google page experience update. My role includes:-Lead on the full project life cycle from initiation, discovery, design, build and testingImplementing Agile-first delivery methods, including scrum, Kanban and retrospective learning-Ensuring appropriate project governance, risk management, planning, reporting and stakeholder and matrix management to deliver end-to-end projects successfully-Working with cross functional teams to deliver business goals including Business Analysts, Service Designers, IT support, Data Analysts, Software Developers and Product Managers-Supporting other Project Managers and active member of the PM capabilityI was also a member of the Health and Disability network and contribute to their ongoing strategy to support colleagues Show less

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  BT

  Sept 2021 - now

  Delivery and Business Manager

  Provide programme and delivery management support, including management of budgets and resources across the teamDelivery Manager for Test Enablement squad made up of three separate squadsReport to senior managers on progress of workCo-chair of Able2, the Disability Network.