Senior Agile Delivery Manager

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Agile Delivery Manager to oversee multiple projects with a strong focus on adhering to Government Digital Service (GDS) principles. In this role, you will lead cross-functional teams to deliver user-centered, iterative, and data-driven solutions while ensuring compliance with GDS standards.

The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Agile methodologies, GDS frameworks, and the ability to manage and guide teams through the discovery, alpha, beta, and live phases of service development.

Key Responsibilities

• GDS Delivery Leadership:
• Ensure projects are delivered in line with GDS service standards, including preparing for and leading service assessments.
• Embed GDS principles into all aspects of delivery, from user-centered design to performance monitoring and iterative improvement.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including product managers, designers, and developers, to deliver services that meet user needs.
• Agile Facilitation and Management:
• Act as a servant leader, removing impediments and fostering an environment of continuous improvement.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives to ensure teams are aligned and effective.
• Manage team dynamics and support high performance across projects.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring their needs are considered throughout delivery.
• Clearly communicate project progress, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders.
• Align project goals with organizational priorities while ensuring user needs remain central.
• Continuous Delivery and Improvement:
• Drive a culture of experimentation and learning, using data to inform decisions and refine solutions.
• Monitor project delivery metrics and feedback to ensure compliance with GDS principles.
• Support the team in identifying opportunities for iteration and improvement across services.
• Risk Management and Governance:
• Identify and manage risks, dependencies, and constraints proactively.
• Ensure delivery aligns with governance requirements, including GDS standards and organizational policies.
• Prepare teams and stakeholders for GDS service assessments, ensuring readiness and alignment.

Skills and Experience Required

• Agile Expertise:
• Strong experience in Agile delivery management, with a focus on iterative and user-centered approaches.
• Knowledge of Agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe.
• GDS Knowledge:
• Demonstrable experience in delivering projects to GDS standards, including passing GDS service assessments.
• Deep understanding of GDS principles, including user-centered design, agile delivery, and iterative improvements.
• Leadership and Collaboration:
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Communication and Stakeholder Management:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Experience working with public sector organizations or government departments is highly desirable.
• Problem-Solving and Adaptability:
• Skilled in identifying and resolving delivery challenges, ensuring projects stay on track.
• Flexible and adaptable, with a strong ability to navigate changing priorities.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to contribute to impactful public services, ensuring user needs are met through innovative solutions.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking environment committed to Agile and GDS principles.
• [Specify additional benefits such as flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, etc.]