We have an excellent opportunity for a Technology Programme Manager to join our Business Change & PMO Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a Hybrid working basis with 12 month Fixed Term Contract.
As Technology Programme Manager, you will take lead responsibility for supporting the daily delivery of Programmes across Council Directorates, ensuring successful implementation and impact management. You will coordinate a strategic portfolio working closely with DDAT and Business Change colleagues, including the DDAT Portfolio Manager, and may oversee 2 to 3 Project Managers or graduates.
You will work closely with Officers, Members, Partners, and senior stakeholders across the organisation to ensure programme objectives are met. Tracking programme plans and risks and issues, facilitating risk and assurance sessions with senior leaders, and maintaining the PMO Framework and processes form integral parts of your role. You will also support budget monitoring for projects and programmes, contribute to service and financial planning, and champion the principles of corporate parenting throughout all aspects of service delivery.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated, diplomatically skilled leader with significant experience to guide our team toward enabling the organisation to deliver large-scale transformation, change and continuous improvement across the Borough.
Benefits:
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of days 31 (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes
⭐ And much more!
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Our Area
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!
Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an informal discussion, please contact Tony Harmsworth, Digital, Data and Technology Portfolio Manager via email