Location: Carlisle
Salary: £34,434 - £35,412 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Temporary
About This Opportunity
Cumberland Council is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented ICT Programme Assistant to support the delivery of a dynamic portfolio of ICT projects across Cumberland Council, Westmorland & Furness Council, and Cumbria Fire & Rescue Service.
About The Role
As part of the ICT Programme Management Office, you will play a key role in coordinating and supporting the delivery of ICT projects that drive innovation and improve services across our organisation. You’ll work closely with internal and external stakeholders, contributing to project planning, performance reporting, and resource scheduling. You may also take ownership of specific projects or elements within the wider portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the effective management and governance of ICT projects.
* Maintain accurate project data and performance reports.
* Assist in scheduling resources and coordinating project delivery.
* Provide administrative support including procurement, data analysis, and reporting.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of Programme Management Office tools and processes.
* Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
This role is available on a fixed-term basis.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.
We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.
Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.
Contact
For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Paul Stafford by email at Paul.Stafford@cumbria.gov.uk
Guaranteed Interviews
We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.
* Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
* Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
* Armed forces veterans whose last long term substantive employer was the armed forces
If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application. Find out more.
Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments
We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Employer and also an Age Friendly Employer – to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.
If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.
Easily apply by submitting your CV and answering a few short questions.
Application and Interview information
* Closing date: 5th October 2025
* Interview date: TBC
Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.
Please Read The Supporting Information
* Post Specification
Please also refer to our Careers site to find out more:
* Our Staff Benefits
* Candidate Support
* About Cumberland Council
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