Job Title: Strategic Planning and Business Development Manager (7/08521)
Location: Dumfries
Salary: £75,963 – £81,765
This is a hugely exciting time to be part of driving change in Dumfries and Galloway Council. As we look to the future, we see the opportunity to adapt and transform our services to ensure they meet the needs of our families and communities in a sustainable way. This will also take place within a highly fluid and changing policy context which will require us to be flexible and agile to respond to changing demands and requirements.
To support this critical work, we are seeking to recruit a Strategic Planning and Business Development Manager to support the Education, Skills and Community Wellbeing Directorate in taking forward this agenda. The postholder will play a key role in working across the Directorate to deliver best value within the resources we have available whilst identifying, designing and implementing complex change across the services we provide.
Responsibilities:
1. Develop and drive the strategy for the Directorate.
2. Gather and analyze key data to ensure alignment with local priorities.
3. Develop actionable strategies for the future.
4. Plan, develop, and implement change and development programmes.
5. Achieve strategic programme outcomes.
Qualifications and Experience:
1. Educated to degree level or equivalent in an appropriate discipline or significant experience at a senior level within an organization.
2. Possession of a strategic and programme management qualification is desirable.
3. Experience of delivering a variety of standard and complex projects in a public service environment.
4. Effective communication, numeracy, negotiation, influencing, and project management skills.
Knowledge of current legislation, guidance, and policies relating to education and learning is desirable.
If you are an experienced, strategic thinker with a passion for improving educational outcomes, we would love to hear from you.
A significant relocation package of up to £5000 may be available to the successful candidate. Please see attached guidance for further information.
With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers, and more.
Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council, we are committed to equality and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness, and respect. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organization.
Apply now to become part of our dedicated team, shaping the future of education in Dumfries and Galloway.
For an informal discussion about this post please contact John Thin, Head of Education Resources.
E-mail: John.Thin@dumgal.gov.uk
Telephone: 01387 260410
Recruitment Process Dates:
1. Advert Closes: Sunday 13 April 2025
2. Interview Date: Wednesday 30 April 2025
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