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Navy Develop Directorate – Programme Manager

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UK Ministry of Defence

6d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Portsmouth

AI generated summary

  • You must have strong communication skills, experience in project management, agile methodologies, and the ability to work independently while maintaining relationships and attention to detail.
  • You will manage programme delivery, oversee risks, ensure quality reporting, lead team coordination, handle governance, and draft key documents for senior management decision-making.

Requirements

  • Strong oral and written communication skills, with an ability to brief Senior Management concisely and effectively.
  • Identifying effective options in complex problems and communicating these effectively to facilitate senior decision-making.
  • Adaptable to change and variations in work or environment, demonstrating flexibility and versatility.
  • Ability to proactively create and maintain positive, professional and trusting working relationships with a wide range of people within and outside the organisation.
  • Ability to work without supervision, exercise judgement and good organisational skills.
  • Ability to pay attention to detail whilst also keeping an overview on the wider perspective.
  • When required to provide a surge capacity in support of Agile methodologies, in order to accelerate a Develop priority.
  • P3M12 Risk, Opportunity and Issue Management.
  • P3M19 Stakeholder and Communications Management.
  • P3M24 Business Case.
  • Demonstrable experience of delivering Projects/Programmes.
  • Experience in the application and use of project/programme control processes and methodologies, particularly in a complex environment.
  • Experience of team management in a project/programme setting.
  • Experience in delivering support with a team in a fast-paced challenging environment.
  • Experience of agile working (SCRUM).
  • Experience of working in a Government (Military preferred) environment would be highly advantageous but not essential.
  • Understanding of HMG Business Case and associated Approval processes.
  • Understanding of Cost Modelling would be an advantage.
  • A minimum of one practitioner level project/programme qualification, or demonstrable equivalent experience, is required for this role eg: MSP Practitioner.
  • Competent in using MS Office tools; Microsoft Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, Word, Skype and SharePoint.
  • Leadership
  • Seeing the Big Picture
  • Making Effective Decisions
  • Communicating and Influencing

Responsibilities

  • Overall Programme delivery is managed and monitored effectively to support the implementation of the outlined strategy and direction of the SRO/Programme Director.
  • Assuring the delivery and quality of Programme Outcomes and associated artefacts, within the allocated PCTR (Performance, Cost, Time & Risk) envelopes, ensuring benefits, timescales and other success factors are tracked and managed, proactively.
  • Managing risks and issues to ensure delivery achievability, providing options to address complex risks & issues and manage through to resolution, escalating to the SRO/Programme Director for key decisions.
  • Assuring and interpreting information to provide a coherent set of management information advice to 1* and above to support effective decision making.
  • Own the programme costing, scheduling and risk process including all programme documentation and control products which clearly articulate the programme and how controls will be applied and managed to support effective and timely decision making.
  • Lead the wider programme team across all Defence Lines of Delivery (DLODs) and Delivery Agents, acting as an intelligent customer to monitor and assess business agreement delivery.
  • Represent SRO and Programme Director as required within Navy Command Headquarters, across the MOD and wider Government community.
  • Ad-hoc duties as required by the SRO/Programme Director or wider Develop Senior Management Team.
  • Management of internal governance arrangements and associated Key Programme Meetings and Boards, acting as Chair or Secretariat where required.
  • Manage the scrutiny, and approvals process to obtain approval as required by NCHQ/MOD and in line with the Integrated Approvals and Assurance Plan (IAAP), including Investment Approvals Committee (IAC) decision-making and NCHQ balance of investment activities as required and within the limits of delegated authority.
  • Manage any internal or external programme reviews analysing the outcomes of the reviews and develop plans to address recommendations.
  • Management information quality using Project Online (POL) is up to date and sufficient to provide robust and accurate central reporting, including Programme Reporting for Senior Governance Reporting requirements and associated boards.
  • Support the definition of Programme Scope where required identifying areas for spiral development within the wider scope of the long-term Capability Roadmap.
  • Drafting Programme artefacts to a standard suitable for submission as required, including the development of Business Cases and associated evidence.
  • Drafting papers, management briefings, financial and resourcing profile submissions.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Navy Develop Directorate – Programme Manager.

Where is the job located?

The job is located at NCHQ, HMS Excellent, Whale Island, Portsmouth, PO2 8BY.

What are the working hours for this position?

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

What are the key responsibilities of the Programme Manager?

The key responsibilities include managing overall programme delivery, assuring the quality of programme outcomes, managing risks and issues, and leading the wider programme team.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A minimum of one practitioner-level project/programme qualification is required, or demonstrable equivalent experience, such as MSP Practitioner.

Are there any specific skills desirable for this position?

Yes, desirable skills include experience in delivering support in a fast-paced environment, knowledge of agile working (SCRUM), understanding of HMG Business Case processes, and familiarity with cost modeling.

Is there an opportunity for personal and professional development?

Yes, the position offers personal and professional development opportunities.

What benefits does this position offer?

Benefits include 25 days paid annual leave, personal and professional development, flexible working patterns, and access to various support services.

Is there a probation period for new recruits?

Yes, external recruits who join the MOD and are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period.

Can I apply if I require sponsorship under the points-based system?

No, this role does not meet the criteria for visa sponsorship under the points-based system.

What type of environment does this position promote?

The position promotes an inclusive workplace with flexible working policies to help maintain a good work/life balance.

What is the process for assessing candidates?

The selection process will assess candidates against their behaviours and experience, including a statement of suitability and statements against specific behaviours.

Will interviews be offered to all applicants?

Feedback will only be provided to candidates who attend an interview or assessment.

What nationality requirements are there for this role?

This job is broadly open to UK nationals, nationals of the Republic of Ireland, Commonwealth countries with the right to work in the UK, and certain other specified nationalities.

Are there any health and safety policies in place?

Yes, the Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment, which includes a Smoke-Free Working Environment policy.

Who should I contact for more information about the job?

You can contact Dawn Goral at dawn.goral101@mod.gov.uk for more information.

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