Programme Manager

Description

Are you an experienced Programme Manager that can demonstrate a proven track record of success?

We are looking for a proactive individual to work on a large scale transformation project and to provide programme management support for one of our Public Sector Clients. This short-term contract opportunity is well suited to a professional with experience in project delivery, strategy formulation, quality improvement and change and stakeholder management. Ideally, you will come from a computer science or engineering background and be familiar with project management methodologies.

Main responsibilities:

• Leading the definition, development and implementation of various projects across Scotland to the required level of quality, on time and within budget
• Providing internal consultancy on programme management and facilitate delivery of continuous and quality improvement techniques across the organisation
• Influence national strategies, stakeholders (Management Boards, Sponsors, User Groups, Contractors and Auditors) and modernisation initiatives
• Supervision, management and development of members of staff

What are we looking for from a successful candidate?

• A post graduate degree in computer science or engineering or professional project qualifications including ELMP, Six Sigma, EFQM, PRINCE 2, MSP and associated quality and process improvement techniques
• Significant demonstrable practical experience in complex project, programme, risk, change and people management, taking account of the cultural and environmental issues that will impact on their application
• Knowledge and experience of delivering quality improvement initiatives and effective customer-orientated services e.g. the ability to analyse and redesign business processes to make best use of the people involved and enabling this with new technology as appropriate
• Effective leadership and conflict management skills, experience of using information for management purposes and in setting and monitoring targets and performance indicators
• Good knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation procedures and effective financial management skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, report writing and presentation skills
• Experience of chairing meetings, presentation skills
• Excellent prioritising, problem solving, decision making skills and ability to deliver desired results on time

Desirable:

Ideally you will be available immediately and have previously worked in a busy project environment preferably within the Public Sector. The role includes travels around Scotland so a current UK Driving Licence would be preferable.

Why work for us?

Working for us comes with many benefits including:

• Competitive pay
• Generous holiday allowance
• Flexible working
• Dedicated account manager

This is a fantastic opportunity so if you know you have got the right skills and experience, please send us your current CV today and we will get in touch.

ASA Recruitment is one of Scotland’s largest independent multi-sector recruitment agencies. We specialise in providing effective tailored solutions for permanent, contract and temporary employment requirements for our Clients and Candidates. We are members of the REC and are ISO certified.

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