Transformation Programme Lead

Transformation Programme Lead
£65,109 - £80,241 per annum

Our "Transforming Newham for the Future Plan" serves as the foundation of our efforts to ensure Newham is a place where everyone can thrive. This plan is centered around four main pillars: resident access and experience, service delivery, strategic operations, and enabling and support functions. Through our Transformation Plan, we strive to enhance service efficiency and effectiveness, improve resident experience, and ensure financial sustainability. 

You can read the full papers, presented at Cabinet, below.

• Our Transforming Newham for the Future Plan
• Appendix 1 - Newham Target Operating Model Overview
• Appendix 2 - Transforming Newham for the Future Plan

 About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Transformation Programme Leads to provide strategic direction and leadership for the programmes within the Transforming Newham for the Future Plan. In this role, you will be responsible for driving system-wide transformation across the Council, managing key programmes and related projects, and leading the transformation delivery team. You will oversee the implementation of innovative programme governance, ensuring that the transformation agenda is delivered to a high standard, on time, and within budget.

As the Transformation Programme Lead, you will manage a budget of up to £4 million, balancing risk and resources to maximise benefits and efficiencies. You will work collaboratively with senior stakeholders, staff, and external partners to achieve the Council's objectives, ensuring that services are designed and delivered to meet the needs of Newham’s residents.

Key to your success will be your ability to navigate complex challenges, maintain effective governance structures, and drive change at pace while fostering a high-performance culture within your team.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Significant experience in leading large-scale, complex programmes across multi-stakeholder environments.
• Expertise in programme management methodologies (e.g., MSP or Agile), with a track record of successful delivery of transformation initiatives.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and manage teams while driving performance improvement.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, capable of working with senior managers, elected Members, and external partners.
• A strategic approach, with the ability to align programme objectives with the broader corporate vision and values.
• Experience in financial and resource management, including budget oversight and benefit realisation.

We welcome candidates who are passionate about delivering innovative, outcome-focused change in public services. While local government experience is advantageous, we are open to candidates with experience in other sectors who can bring fresh perspectives to the role.

If you have any questions, please contact Nohaila Alavi,  Nohaila.alavi@newham.gov.uk

To Apply:

To apply please submit your CV and a supporting statement through our recruitment portal. 

The supporting statement should demonstrate why and how you meet the criteria for this role. It should not exceed 2 sides of A4.

We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

Please view JD here

Closing date: 3rd December 2024

Additional Information

We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us.

The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

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