We have a fantastic opportunity available for a PMO Support to join our Business Change Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time 12-month fixed term contract. As the PMO Support, you will be responsible for supporting the PMO administration to ensure processes and procedures are followed that align to our governance framework. You will support the Project Managers to ensure data is comprehensive and consistent to support the PMO cycle of governance. The individual requires the ability to deliver outcomes under little supervision and be proactive providing assurance and checks to improve outputs of the Business Change portfolio. Benefits: Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including: ⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays ⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme ⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline ⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts ⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office) ⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes ⭐ And much more Key responsibilities: Responsible for support and coordination across the portfolio. Coordinating and supporting project health checks · Working collaboratively with PMs to obtain updates Maintaining the governance and reporting cycles so information is prepared for relevant forums · Understanding and reporting to PMO on programme/project areas of concern · Understanding resource impacts for review by PMO Monitoring project/programme risks and issues are aligned to project updates · Supporting the change control process and centralised tracking of data Monitoring the Change Gateway forum outputs for the central portfolio Candidate requirements: Relevant PMO experience and competencies in Governance, Frameworks and project/programme methodologies Ability to work on own initiative, to solve problems, and to take decisions to secure required results. Experience of using Microsoft including SharePoint & Teams, Word, Excel, MS Project, MS Visio, PowerPoint Proven ability working with a PMO / Project Managers to report on Portfolios, Programmes and Projects. Our Area: Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life. For more information or to arrange a confidential call, please email lewis.borgeswokingham.gov.uk Closing date: 20th April 2025, 11pm Interview date: TBC Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful. Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying. Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.