Programme Manager

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Job Description

• Suffolk County Council - Endeavour House, Ipswich, IP1 2BX - Hybrid
• £56,849 - £67,720 per annum pro rata
• 22.2 hrs per week - Flexible working options available
• Fixed term or Secondment for 15 months

As a modern, flexible and effective organisation, we're driven to make a positive difference to the environment, the communities we serve and the careers of our people. That's why, when you join us as Programme Manager, you'll be encouraged to share your fresh thinking and empowered to explore new ideas that will shape and improve our services as well as your career.

Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities

As Programme Manager for the joint review programme between Public Health and Communities & Children and Young Peoples Services you will:

• be at the forefront of managing change, leading high quality and effective ways of working and managing staff, resources or projects to achieve the best possible outcomes for children, young people and their families in Suffolk
• take full ownership of leading the programme management approach
• handle highly sensitive information
• effectively plan and monitor progress to ensure deadlines are meet.

You will need

• to be self-motivated and able to operate with minimal supervision and direction
• to be highly experienced in programme management with recent demonstratable experience in leading large-scale transformation and public consultations
• to communicate contentious information clearly both written and verbally to diverse audiences and demonstrate resilience to frequently changing priorities/ direction.

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx).

Empowering Everyone

We're big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We're always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report

For more information

Please contact Richard Cracknell (he/him) for a conversation. You can reach them by emailing richard.cracknell@suffolk.gov.uk or calling 01473260630

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).

Step 2 - Click 'Apply Now' to start your online application.

Step 3 - Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template.

1. This role requires self-motivation and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Can you give an example of a time when you had to take initiative on a complex project with little direction?
2. Tell us about the largest programme you've managed. How did you ensure all aspects of the programme were delivered on time and within budget?
3. Describe a situation where you had to adapt quickly to changing priorities or direction in a programme. How did you handle it?
4. Tell us about the last time you managed a formal public consultation. How did you ensure it landed both operationally and politically?

Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at 03456 014412 or recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk

Closing date: 11.30pm, 24 October 2024

Interview date:6 November 2024

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid

About Us

As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We're driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.

In return, you'll enjoy:

• up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
• membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
• performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
• training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
• a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
• diverse and active staff networks
• flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day

Plus lots more!

If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).