5-month contract role with a local authority Summary This is a 5-month contract role with a local authority, designed to lead and coordinate a key programme within the Adult Social Care Strategic Commissioning Team, focusing on Continuing Healthcare (CHC). The position is crucial for ensuring effective project planning, performance monitoring, financial oversight, and stakeholder engagement, ultimately enhancing service delivery and outcomes for individuals supported by CHC. Responsibilities Manage and oversee the delivery of a multi-workstream project within the CHC programme, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities. Coordinate project reporting, including highlight reports, dashboards, and financial monitoring tools to support informed decision-making. Develop and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to evidence impact, outcomes, and value for money. Track project milestones, risks, dependencies, and resource allocation, ensuring timely delivery and escalation where necessary. Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., data, finance, performance) and external partners across Health and Social Care to ensure integrated working. Provide assurance to senior leaders and the CHC management team through regular updates and governance reporting. Experience Proven experience in managing complex projects, ideally within a public sector, health, or social care setting. Strong track record of coordinating multiple work streams and delivering projects on time and within budget. Experience in performance monitoring, financial tracking, and reporting to senior stakeholders. Qualification Degree or equivalent qualification in project management, business administration, health, social care, or a related field. Recognised project management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile, APM) is desirable. Evidence of continued professional development in project or programme management. Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills. Additional Information Working hours: 7 hours per day/35 hours per week Interviews will be held at County Hall, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 7QP. UMB rate to be confirmed The role closes on 10th October 2025, apply ASAP.