Programme Support Officer | Temporary | Leeds Programme Support Officer – 6 months temporary £16.26 p/hour Leeds based with some national travel Here at Hays, we are working with a leading public sector organisation based in Leeds City Centre to recruit a Programme Support Officer on a temporary basis. This will initially be a 6-month role. You will be supporting with the coordination and delivery of research across a national function. This role would be well suited for someone who is a highly organised and detail-oriented professional with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. You will be capable of working independently and collaboratively to support strategic initiatives, manage data and processes, and contribute to continuous improvement in a fast-paced, nationally coordinated research environment. Key Responsibilities for this role: Meeting & Event Coordination Plan, organise, and facilitate face-to-face and virtual meetings, ensuring smooth logistics and professional delivery. Prepare and distribute accurate agendas, minutes, and supporting documentation in a timely manner. Provide high-quality administrative support during meetings, including minute-taking and follow-up actions. Administrative & Information Management Manage and maintain shared mailboxes, calendars, and file drives to ensure efficient communication and document control. Create and format time-sensitive documents such as reports, presentations, and consultation papers with precision and attention to detail. Stakeholder Engagement Support consistent engagement processes across specialities and settings, liaising with internal and external stakeholders including National Speciality and Settings Leads. Act as a key point of contact for queries, ensuring clear and professional communication. Data & Intelligence Support Assist in gathering, organising, and analysing data to inform strategic planning and decision-making. Contribute to the development of case studies and reports that highlight key insights and outcomes. Strategic & Operational Support Collaborate on strategic initiatives by providing administrative and coordination support for projects and consultations. Ensure outputs align with organisational priorities and deadlines. Experience and Qualifications: Proven experience in delivering high-quality administrative support and managing meeting outcomes. Strong written and verbal communication with attention to detail. Experience in extracting, interpreting, and using data to support reporting and communications. Competent in word processing and spreadsheet software, with adaptability to new systems. Capable of working independently, using initiative, and knowing when to escalate complex issues. Positive approach to organisational transformation and mutual team support. This is a 6-month temporary role to support a great organisation based in Leeds City Centre. If you are interested please click ‘apply’. 4730466