Strategy and Impact Evaluation Programme Manager

Job overview

Our ambition is to create a ‘fit for the future’ Strategy, Transformation and Improvement model, able to provide visibility and insights to enable the Federation to: •    Make informed decisions, ensure resources and attention are focussed on the right initiatives •    Achieve the right balance between operational improvement with and strategic transformation •    Have greater confidence that programmes are driving the intended outcomes and maximising their value in delivering their full potential impact.

We are looking for an adaptable, strategic thinking, individual to join our Strategy Transformation and Improvement team, to support the development of the new model and put in place the building blocks that move us from where we are, to where we need to be.

The successful candidate will need to embrace a dynamic and flexible approach, maintaining a clear focus on the intended benefits, ensuring the new model is aligned to the realisation of the intended outcomes while putting in place the systems and processes to support the transition.

Main duties of the job

The key responsibilities for the postholder fall into three categories:

• Strategy, where the postholder will support the Federation to: -    Review and refresh our federation strategy -    Define and quantify strategy success measures -    Build the delivery roadmap -    Ensure alignment of enabling plans
• Insight, Impact and Evaluation where the postholder will oversee the establishment and delivery of a function that is able to: -    Define and quantify outcome measures, model impact trajectories, monitor and evaluate progress -    Identify, assess and prioritise opportunities  -    Identify risks, issues, interdependences, overlaps and unintended conflicts -    Manage the gateway process  -    Establish and co-ordinate portfolio management, reporting and governance arrangements
• Future model development where the postholder will support the Joint Strategy, Transformation and Improvements by:  -    Developing the business case for the new model, translating the vision and defining the new operating model -    Undertaking an As Is – To Be gap analysis and developing the transition plan for the Strategy and Insight & Impact Evaluation functions.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with the ability to blend PMO / TMO experience and analytical skills with fresh ideas, think critically, and explore innovative ways to ensure the Strategy, Transformation and Improvement team deliver the expected benefits for the Federation.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification.  When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

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