Senior Programme Officer

Senior Programme Officer focuses on there are currently 9 programmes of work which have been established to support the 7 local authorities in the reorganisation of services as a result of lgr.

Confirmed role details

• There are currently 9 programmes of work which have been established to support the 7 local authorities in the reorganisation of services as a result of LGR.
• Within the programme team, staff groups, partner organisations and stakeholder groups within directorates, as well as external stakeholders across the 7 local authorities.
• Due to the size of the programme, there will be a need for the post holder to carry out project management tasks, communication across project/programme stakeholders.
• A key function will be to support the Gating process for all projects within projects and programmes and to ensure project members fully adhere to the governance processes in place.

Additional role context

• Support the Programme Managers and/or Programme Leads across the LGR delivery programme to ensure the effective delivery of the projects, workstreams and sub-groups.
• Assist with the preparation of reports/plans required for Programme Boards, Project Boards and Workstream meetings in a timely and efficient manner, ensuring clarity at all times.
• Assist project managers and members of the team with the updating and maintenance of the Risk and Issue register for Projects and Programmes.