Job reference: REQ00000017490
Date posted: 04/11/2024
Application closing date: 17/11/2024
Location: CARLISLE & WORKINGTON
Salary: £43,693 - £44,711 per annum
Contractual hours: 37
Basis: Full time
Project Manager (Transformation Team)
Salary: £43,693 - £44,711 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Flexible, currently home working. Team base is Civic Centre, Carlisle or Allerdale House, Workington.
Contract: Permanent
About us
Cumberland Council is an ambitious and forward-thinking authority dedicated to shaping a better future for our communities. We are passionate about creating a vibrant future by addressing inequalities, creating thriving economies that work for our residents and protecting our environment.
At the core of our vision is a commitment to our people, with health and well-being being integral to everything we do, underscoring every initiative and ensuring we provide unparalleled support for all.
We can’t do it without you! Come and embark on the journey to a vibrant future with us, where the work you do will make a real impact. Together, let's shape a community that's as dynamic and inclusive as our landscape. Be a part of the transformation!
About this opportunity
It is a challenging and exciting time to work for Cumberland Council. We are currently looking for a dynamic and motivated individual to take up a vacant Project Manager role as part of the Council’s Transformation Team. You will be joining a well-established Programme Management Office (PMO) and have an opportunity to help deliver significant change projects.
This role offers a fantastic chance to make a difference, putting health and wellbeing at the centre of everything we do, building an inclusive economy, having a fairer society, protecting our environment and ultimately, delivering great public services. As well as further developing your knowledge and experience, you will work across the full project lifecycle, supporting scoping, initiation, implementation, delivery and benefits realisation.
Cumberland Programme Management Office is within the Business Transformation and Change Directorate and supports ways of improving, governing, controlling, and assuring investment and change within the Council.
There is a wide variety of work that the team is focussed on, with opportunities for you to work alongside services across the authority. This role will initially join the team supporting the Assets, Fleet and Highways portfolio of projects with an emphasis on service redesign to achieve efficiency goals. Involvement in other themes as programmes evolve will be expected and encouraged over time.
An understanding of local government services is helpful, but we also welcome applications from other sectors. Our transformation programme is ambitious and covers a wide variety of projects from managing demand to workforce planning.
Who we’re looking for
This high-profile role will focus on shaping and delivering complex projects that help drive the Council’s transformation agenda and strategic priorities. This is a great opportunity to directly lead and shape projects alongside managing their delivery.
The right candidate will confidently step into the role and proactively facilitate and manage projects from design to delivery to high quality standards.
A proactive, customer focussed approach is important, as is experience of delivering change in a large and complex organisation. You will be able to work under pressure and effectively manage priorities and deadlines, while also being an excellent communicator who can engage with a wide variety of audiences and develop partnerships across stakeholders.
We are looking for candidates who are adaptable and can thrive in an ever-changing working environment. If this sounds like you, and you are ready for a new and rewarding career step, then please apply today.
Fundamentally, we are seeking individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change and shape a better future for our communities. Your commitment to these principles will be instrumental in delivering services that are vital to the well-being and prosperity of our residents.
If this job sounds like you and you resonate with our values, we encourage you to apply. For an informal chat prior to your application, please contact John.Bosson@cumberland.gov.uk.
What we offer
* Competitive rates of pay and annual pay increase*
* 25-31 days holiday each year plus bank holiday allowance plus option to purchase up to 2 weeks additional leave and spread the cost over 12 months
* Learning and development opportunities including development time each week (where applicable)
* Flexible working arrangements including the ability to work from home supporting a culture that fits around you (subject to role)
* Opportunity to join the generous Local Government Pension Scheme with defined benefit plans securing your future
* Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise)
* Money off your local gym including Better, Newfield Health, The Gym Group and Lifestyle Fitness
* In house staff support networks
* Various discount schemes including RAC roadside recovery discount and money off local supportive businesses
* Employee assistance programme and access to in-house Occupational Health service including physio treatment and access to external counselling service
* Tusker car leasing salary sacrifice scheme as well as an esteem car loan scheme for essential car users
* Spec Savers eyecare voucher
*In accordance with the National Joint Council for Local Government Services
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 17th November 2024
Interview date: 27th November 2024
Our interview process can accommodate both in-person and virtual formats, with tailored options discussed upon invitation to the interview stage. Preferred for virtual interviews is the use of Microsoft Teams, currently available for new users at no cost. However, should you encounter any challenges accessing this technology, we are open to discussing alternative arrangements prior to the scheduled interviews.
Work-Life balance
Cumberland Council is deeply invested in fostering a work culture that prioritises the well-being and balance of our team members. Embracing flexible and hybrid working models, we empower employees to achieve optimal work-life balance.
Recognising the importance of personal time, we offer a generous holiday allowance, providing ample opportunity for rest and rejuvenation. Additionally, our flexible working hours, including flexitime arrangements, further contribute to a supportive environment where individuals can effectively manage their professional and personal commitments.
Continuing Professional Development
We are committed to nurturing the ongoing growth and professional advancement of our valued team members to fulfil your potential and advance your career. Our comprehensive career development and training offer emphasises continuous learning as a cornerstone for achieving both individual and organisational goals. Through our robust Organisational Development initiatives, we offer a suite of support programmes tailored to meet diverse needs, including participation in our esteemed Aspiring to be a Manager programme and access to our enriching Coaching and Mentoring programmes.
Keeping the people we work with safe
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expect unwavering commitment to this cause from our employees, volunteers, and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs). Together, we create a secure environment where every individual is safeguarded and respected.
We welcome applications from everyone
At Cumberland Council, we are dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce, striving to mirror the rich tapestry of the communities we proudly serve. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are devoted in fostering an inclusive, supportive culture that embraces and appreciates our unique differences.
As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we ensure that applicants with disabilities, meeting the essential criteria for this position, are guaranteed an interview as part of our commitment to equal opportunities. Your diverse perspectives and talents contribute to our collective success.
We're also an Age Friendly Employer, meaning we commit to providing an inclusive workplace for people in their 50s and 60s and taking the necessary action to help them flourish in a multigenerational workforce. We recognise the importance of mature workers and aim to provide an environment on which they can thrive.
Reasonable Adjustments: We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know at Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. We will ensure that these adjustments are made to accommodate your needs.
Your Voice Matters; Connect, Engage, and Make Your Voice Heard!
We don't just encourage engagement—we celebrate it. That's why we've cultivated a vibrant community of staff networking groups where every voice matters.
These groups are more than just forums—they're hubs of innovation and inclusion, dedicated to sparking fresh ideas, challenging the status quo, and championing equality and fairness for all. From exploring new perspectives to shaping policies that reflect our diverse workforce, our staff networks play a pivotal role in driving positive change.
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