Job Description
PMO Support Office – RAID Specialist contract (DV CLEARED)
Target Start Date: ASAP - urgent requirement
Assignment Length: 6 months contract
Day Rate: £500 per day inside IR35
Clearance Required: DV Clearance (mandatory) – sole UK nationals only
Location: Basingstoke – on-site days required
Working Pattern: Monday–Friday
Overview
We are seeking a PMO Support Office – RAID Specialist to join a rapidly evolving PMO supporting a high‑level government programme. The role requires strong RAID expertise, excellent analytical ability, and the confidence to work with a range of stakeholders in a secure, fast‑moving environment. You will support the delivery of a large programme undergoing significant change, ensuring governance processes are strengthened, RAID frameworks are applied consistently, and reporting remains accurate and insightful.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure accurate tracking, updating, and reporting of all RAID logs and trackers.
* Facilitate RAID-focused workshops, brainstorming sessions, and stakeholder discussions.
* Assess risks, issues, assumptions, and dependencies, evaluating likelihood, impact, and criticality.
* Apply consistent RAID management standards across the portfolio in alignment with governance frameworks.
* Identify and implement process improvements, including enhanced tooling (e.g., Jira, Excel).
* Produce and deliver professional RAID dashboards, governance packs, and reports for senior forums.
* Provide RAID subject‑matter support to programme and PMO colleagues.
* Support broader PMO activities in alignment with the PMO Charter.
* Operate to the highest security and confidentiality standards.
Key Skills & Experience
* Strong experience managing RAID within complex or high‑security programmes.
* Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present complex information.
* Clear, confident written and verbal communication.
* Proven stakeholder management capability.
* High attention to detail and accuracy in reporting.
* Strong proficiency with Excel and SharePoint; Jira experience beneficial.
* Ability to work under pressure in fast‑paced and evolving programme environments.