Programme Delivery Support Officer

Overview

We are looking for a flexible individual who is capable of working under pressure to deadlines with drive and enthusiasm.

You will be responsible for providing programme and project management support to deliver key strategic programmes and projects of work on behalf of the service area.

Informal discussion

You can arrange an informal discussion about the role with Jessica Mortimer-Wabel, Strategic Programme Manager, via email at jessica.mortimer@durham.gov.uk.

What will I need?

You will need:

• NVQ Level 4 or equivalent in a relevant programme or project management subject or in regeneration and development.
• Experience of programme and project management development processes
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational ability and communication skills.
• Ability to produce and manage project management tools and techniques such as risk logs, issue logs, project plans, resource plans

Please refer to the attached person specification for the full criteria.

Benefits and rewards

• Competitive salaries and 27 days holiday per year rising to 32 days after five years continuous local government service.
• Option to purchase up to 10 additional days annual leave per year.
• Excellent work/life balance through schemes including job sharing, compressed hours and flexi-time (allowing up to 13 flexi days per year).
• Hybrid working (home and office working).
• Excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Plus, top up options – Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme and standard AVC scheme for members of the LGPS.
• Wellbeing Portal and access to an Employee Assist Scheme.
• Wide range of learning and development opportunities including professional qualifications, coaching and mentoring.
• Employee Benefits Portal and Lifestyle Savings Scheme (discounts across a host of major retailers).
• Discounted DCC gym membership.
• Staff networks run by staff for our staff, including Race Equality and Diversity, Disability, LGBT+, Armed Forces, Carers, Menopause.
• Trade Union membership.
• A range of other salary sacrifice schemes such as car leasing.

Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions. Take a closer look: https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/26895/Rewards-and-benefits

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Hybrid working

Durham County Council currently operates a hybrid working policy where a model of 2 days in the workplace and 3 days at home/remote will apply. This model is pro-rated for part time roles and arrangements are at managers discretion, alternatively you can work all of your contracted hours within the workplace if you prefer.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion

We are a proud equal opportunities employer and recognise that a diverse, talented workforce brings new ideas and new perspectives, which will facilitate growth and improvements to services. We are committed to ensuring that our employment policies and processes are fair and equitable to all. We welcome job applications from everyone, and successful candidates are considered only on their skills and ability to do the job.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from disabled people and provide support throughout the recruitment process. Take a closer look: https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/26899/Equality-diversity-and-inclusion-in-our-workforce

Interviews

Interviews will be held on Thursday 16 October 2025. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.

How to apply

In line with the County Council\’s Recruitment and Selection Policy, applications must be submitted online via the Northeast Jobs portal. We are unable to accept CVs. Use the ‘Person Specification’ section of your application form to demonstrate that you have the essential and where possible, desirable experience, skills, and knowledge. Candidates who do not evidence that they meet the essential qualifications and experience listed on the person specification will not be short-listed.

If you require support when applying, contact the Recruitment Team via email on RecruitmentResources@durham.gov.uk or telephone 03000 262727 – Option 3.

Please note that all communication regarding your application will be sent to the email address you registered with North East Jobs. Check your email after the closing date for notification from DONOTREPLY@NORTHEASTJOBS.ORG.UK; you will not be notified by any other means. Please check your junk mail.

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