The role sits within the Transformation Communications and Governance Team which supports the wider TIC directorate's policy, programme and operational delivery by providing corporate support services. This includes governance and compliance, strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, correspondence and general business administration activities. The role will support in delivering the teams' stakeholder engagement activities, including developing and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to realise the Directorate vision.
The role leads on designing, implementing, overseeing and coordinating directorate governance and risk management processes, ensuring reports are up to date, accurate and comply with Transport Scotland and Scottish Government corporate policies, and that these support the successful delivery of directorate activities.
There is currently no line management responsibilities within this role, however the postholder may be required to undertake line management duties at a later date.
Responsibilities:
* Lead the implementation, monitoring and continuous improvement of governance and compliance procedures across the Directorate's transformation programme, ensuring alignment with Transport Scotland and Scottish Government frameworks.
* Support the establishment, development and maintenance of governance structures and processes across the wider Transport Sector in Scotland, contributing to sector-wide consistency, accountability and good practice to ensure the delivery of the Directorate's transformation programme and shared vision.
* Ensure policies, operations and programmes delivered within the Directorate and through the delivery of our vision comply with legal, procedural and technological standards, providing expert advice and assurance.
* Act as lead for GDPR and data protection compliance across the Directorate, managing sensitive data and information assets, including contributions to the Transport Scotland Information Asset Register.
* Maintain and update the Directorate Risk Register, ensuring risks are identified, assessed and managed in line with Transport Scotland's risk management framework.
* Develop and maintain processes to record and measure Directorate performance, monitoring progress against business objectives and supporting reporting to senior management, Ministers and external stakeholders, where appropriate.
* Provide secretariat support for Directorate board meetings, programme boards and stakeholder engagement activities as required, ensuring accurate records and effective coordination.
* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the Directorate and in our liaison with internal and external stakeholders, identifying opportunities to enhance governance, compliance and operational effectiveness.
* Provide support and resilience across the corporate team, including acting as a liaison point for governance-related queries and undertaking duties commensurate with grade.