PMO Coordinator

This role has a starting salary of £38,746 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. This was a 24-month fixed term contract / secondment opportunity.

We are excited to be hiring a new PMO Coordinator to join our fantastic Adults, Wellbeing and Health Partnerships (AWHP) Transformation team. This role will be at the heart of a strategic transformation priority for the council, working across projects which have a real impact on our residents and staff.

The team is based in Woodhatch, Reigate, with occasional travel to other SCC locations and the opportunity for hybrid working.

Rewards and Benefits

• 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
• 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources

About the Team

The team are responsible for delivering a large two-year transformation programme, which will seek to address and improve a range of key elements identified across the directorate (and where appropriate with partners). We achieve a desired step change in both culture and approach to modernising services, responding to efficiency challenges and meeting the needs of residents.

About the Role

You will be working as part of a dedicated, enthusiastic and supportive team and will be involved in, but not limited to;
Working with the AWHP team to coordinate the successful delivery of projects and service improvements
Working alongside senior managers to identify and respond to project risks and issues as they emerge
Maintaining and developing processes, templates and working methods to maximise efficiency, assurance and compliance
Assessing or conducting analysis, presenting results and putting forward recommendations to support decision making
Providing general project support where required, as well as supporting the Portfolio Lead, Strategic Director and Assistant Director on ad-hoc activities

We are looking for an enthusiastic, well organised person with an authoritative and credible approach. You will have excellent communication skills, be ready for a challenge and be able to drive through change. Good analytical skills with an attention to detail are also key for this role, as is the ability to manage priorities effectively.

Our ideal candidate will have experience of using project management methodology to define and deliver agreed outcomes. They must be able to build positive working relationships with others. Knowledge and understanding of how local authorities operate and the national adult social care policy agenda would also be beneficial.

Shortlisting Criteria

To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following:

• Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines and timescales
• Experience of working within a busy PMO or project / programme environment
• Experience of coordinating and supporting team activities
• Experience in working with and providing support to senior managers

The job advert closes at 23:59 on 19/05/2024 with interviews to follow.

We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.

If you currently work at Surrey County Council, please seek line managers approval before applying for the secondment opportunity.

Our Commitment

Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where:

• The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application
• The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form

Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role.

We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.