Programme Officer

Hours: 37 hours

Contract: Permanent (2 posts)

Salary: £41,511 - £44,711

Location: Sheffield (This is a hybrid role with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office)

The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) brings together the local authorities of Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield to serve the communities and businesses of South Yorkshire. From transport to housing, from business growth to skills, the MCA has a great story to tell. We have ambitions to deliver recovery and renewal for people, businesses and places across South Yorkshire.

Please note that SYMCA follows a structured salary grading system for all roles, and the offered salary for each post will be at the starting point within the specified grade. We value the skills and experience of potential candidates, and there will be opportunities for salary enhancements as you grow within South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority.

South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) is currently in the process of reviewing its terms and conditions of employment including pay and grading. As part of this project, the post advertised may be subject to changes in the near future. All changes and any impact on individual posts will be discussed further should you be successfully appointed to the position you have applied for.

Applications must be accompanied by a detailed cover letter to outline your interest and suitability for the role, please see the role profile attached. Interviews will take place w/c 14th July 2025.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the management of a portfolio of projects and programmes, addressing issues and escalating concerns where necessary.
• Support the implementation of SYMCA’s programme management framework to ensure standardised delivery.
• Monitor programme progress, identify risks, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Support delivery agents in developing high-quality, deliverable business cases.
• Collaborate with assurance and reporting teams to ensure governance milestones are achieved.
• Contribute to programme reviews and reporting for senior stakeholders.
• Support the preparation of reports for senior managers, directors, and boards.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

You will have experience of working in a programme management environment along with experience in providing advice and guidance to senior offices. You will also be able to demonstrate key skills that enable the development of positive and successful relationships and connections as well as with the ability to balance competing demands and prioritise tasks effectively, excellent inter-personal skills, flexible and adaptable approach to work, with a proactive problem-solving attitude.

Desirable Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of programme planning and monitoring systems.
• Experience of programme development and/or delivery, ideally in areas such as Transport, Business Growth, or Housing.
• Proven ability to work across organisational boundaries and with external stakeholders.
• Skilled in communication, negotiation, and influencing at all levels.
• Knowledge of PRINCE2, MSP, or similar project management methodologies is desirable.
• Experience working in a political or public sector environment.
• Familiarity with the funding landscape of Combined Authorities.

Benefits

All colleagues have access to a local Government Pension Scheme and the chance to be part of an organisation where you can really make a difference. Located in Sheffield City Centre, we are well-placed for transport links and encourage employees to take advantage of the active travel facilities. Work/life balance is extremely important to us here at SYMCA with our recognised family-friendly policies, genuine work flexibility, recognition, and shared success.

In addition to the above, some of the benefits include:

• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme – The ability to purchase up to a further 15 days per year in addition to your normal annual leave.
• Hybrid working – Our offices are a space where we come together and collaborate. Most of our roles are offered on a hybrid basis with the exception of some support roles being onsite full time.
• Rewarding You - Reducing everyday expenses through discounts, benefits, financial advice, wellbeing solutions and more with Reward Gateway!
• Training on the job - Support with upskilling skills through on-the-job training and qualifications.
• Holiday – Up to 36 days annual leave (depending on length of service). Pro-rata for part-time colleagues.

Diversity at South Yorkshire Combined Mayoral Authority

Our workforce is made up of a diverse community, where we all belong and feel part of something bigger. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.