Programme Support Officer
Salary: £30,509 to £32,053 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Remote working, supporting Lewes and Eastbourne councils
Contract: Fixed-term (October 2025 – June 2026, with potential extension to October 2026)
Join Us in Transforming Local Government
We're looking for a proactive and organised Programme Support Officer to join our Business Transformation Unit (BTU). This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-impact transformation programme that's reshaping how residents interact with council services and how staff deliver them—using the best technology available.
You'll work across a portfolio of projects designed to make services quicker, easier, and better for our communities. You'll support Project Managers, Service Design and wider colleagues from across the councils to deliver meaningful change.
Key Responsibilities
· Maintain and monitor project plans
· Organise and participate in stakeholder meetings
· Prepare agendas, minutes, and follow-up actions
· Manage project resources and documentation
· Assess risks and issues
· Track progress and ensure deadlines are met
· Liaise with internal and external partners to support delivery
What We're Looking For
· Strong organisational and communication skills
· Experience in project support or coordination
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team
· Familiarity with digital tools and remote working practices
· A commitment to public service and continuous improvement
Closing date 12 noon 01/10/2025
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 9 months
Pay: £30,509.00-£32,053.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Flexitime
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Eastbourne BN21