DWP is seeking a Lead Analyst to join the Contract Management and Partnership Delivery (CMPD) directorate.
The role's primary focus is to lead a large analytical division, Contracted Health and Employment Analysis (CHEA), supporting the Director and six Deputy Directors in decision-making, programme design, performance management, and ensuring the department pays only for the services and outcomes it requires.
The post provides critical analytical advice to stakeholders, including Ministers and HMT, to support investment decisions, contract design, and evaluation of service provision. The Lead Analyst will oversee a geographically dispersed team of approximately 50 professionals across various analytical disciplines.
Key responsibilities include setting a vision for analytical work in CMPD, leading and developing the team, collaborating across departments and externally to develop impactful analysis, and advising at the highest levels, including Ministers and external bodies like the NAO.
The role also involves contributing to departmental leadership on diversity, inclusion, talent, and capability development. The position is part of the Senior Civil Service and Senior Analytical Leadership Team.
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