POSITION TITLE: Director of Operations
LOCATION: Hybrid working / Devon County Council offices / Torbay Council offices
REPORTING TO: Chief Executive of Devon and Torbay Combined County Authority
JOB PURPOSE: The Director of Operations will be responsible for the operational leadership and performance of the Devon and Torbay Combined County Authority (DTCCA) and will direct a range of functions supporting the economic prosperity of Devon and Torbay. The post holder will support the Chief Executive to set direction and strategic priorities, ensuring compliance with governance, audit, and scrutiny functions, facilitating outcomes, and delivering value for money across a range of public investments.
The post holder will provide operational leadership to a small team of core staff and initially manage wider economic development and skills resources through Service Level Agreements with Devon County Council and Torbay Council, working alongside housing teams within Torbay Council and Devon District Councils, and transport teams within Devon County Council and Torbay Council to deliver outcomes.
The role will be accountable for the performance of the DTCCA and deliver high-performing functions, programmes, and initiatives. The post holder will work closely with Advisory Groups and Directors across all local government partners including the Team Devon Joint Committee and will operate at a senior level engaging with Government Departments and other key stakeholders and agencies, locally, regionally, and nationally, supporting the Chief Executive and CCA Board as appropriate.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
1. Working closely with the Chief Executive and statutory officers, lead the development and implementation of Devon and Torbay's strategic priorities set out in an agreed Policy Framework to include the Economic Strategy and Annual Delivery Plan. (20%)
2. Overall operational management and operating budget of the DTCCA work programmes within the Annual Delivery Plan and Operating Budget, working in close cooperation with Advisory Groups covering business, skills, transport, housing, innovation, and low carbon priorities. (20%)
3. Developing and implementing the DTCCA's Business Plan, overseeing performance and risk management, and ensuring compliance with the DTCCA's governance set out in the constitution and financial management processes. (20%)
4. Resource and staff management, including financial management of an annual operating budget, responsibility for negotiating Service Level Agreements, and providing leadership to staff. (20%)
5. Responsibility for the DTCCA's Communications and Engagement Strategies, maintaining strong relationships with Government and effective local partnerships. (10%)
6. Providing advice and guidance to the Chief Executive and CCA Board on new investment opportunities and working with stakeholders on developing a pipeline of programmes and projects to secure additional investment for the area. (10%)
The job holder must:
* Be aware of the DTCCA's aims, legal framework, and partnership working principles.
* Participate in national devolved administration groups and networks.
* Carry out duties in accordance with Public Sector Rules, Regulations, and Policies.
* Comply with the Data Protection Act 1998 and the Equality Act 2010.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Professional qualification and/or significant relevant experience - Essential.
* Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in a related discipline - Essential.
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:
* Extensive experience of working at a senior level within the public sector - Essential.
* Demonstrable knowledge of good operational performance and compliance - Essential.
* Experience of managing effective partnership relationships - Essential.
* Ability to evaluate systems and processes for continuous improvement - Essential.
* An inspirational leader with the ability to motivate staff - Essential.
* Excellent understanding of business planning and financial management - Essential.
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