At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead delivery of critical digital projects and manage supplier relationships.
- Company: Central Government, focused on innovative programme management.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and impactful project experience.
- Other info: Fixed term role with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in public service while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in delivering complex digital projects and strong team management skills.
The predicted salary is between 65000 - 75000 £ per year.
Location: East London (Hybrid)
Contract: Government contract, fixed term 9-12 months
Start Date: ASAP
Government client is seeking a Deputy Director for Programme Delivery to provide delivery leadership over the central programme management office, ensuring critical programmes continue with delivery to time during a period of leadership transition.
Key Aspects:- Delivery of a Portal (on gov.uk) and accompanying CRM (private beta due November, public beta go live February 2027)
- Industry business portal and CRM development, including the procurement of a new supplier, lead of the designed digital service solution on gov.uk
- Lead supplier onboarding and mobilisation for new digital and data contracts
- Supplier management for digital work at senior operational levels
- Provide visible leadership to your project delivery teams, including product management and assurance, driving good performance across both business-as-usual and transformation activities, supporting an inclusive, innovative culture and leading by example.
- Experience of successfully delivering complex digital/data projects at pace.
- Experienced in picking up live programmes managing delivery at pace, identifying and mitigating risks
- Experience of delivering within GDS and GOV.UK frameworks
- Experience of leading and managing teams through leadership changes with strong interpersonal skills
- Strong supplier management and commercial skills, with a good knowledge of programme assurance
The Deputy Director for Programme Delivery is required for 9-12 months on a fixed term basis. It is an office-based role with 2-3 days as a minimum expected in the office with occasional travel to other locations.
Due to the large number of responses currently being received, it is not always possible to reply to every application.
Deputy Director - Programme Delivery - Central Government -fixed term in Bexley employer: Alpine Resourcing
As a leading employer in the Central Government sector, we offer a dynamic work environment in East London that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through comprehensive training programmes and opportunities for advancement within our IT operations team. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a supportive hybrid work culture that values work-life balance and professional development.
