Accountable Body - Programme Management Officer - Ref: RT08624

Programme Management Officer - External Funding Accountable Body - Ref: RT08624

Salary: Grade 10 £43,693 - £48,710 per annum

Contract: Fixed term for two years, full-time

The Resources and Transformation Directorate is responsible for managing a variety of exciting large scale programmes throughout Walsall and the Black Country, including the Walsall and Bloxwich Towns funded programmes, Health Levelling Up Fund, UKSPF Shared Prosperity, and the Black Country Land Property and Investment Funds which aim to support local economic growth.

An exciting opportunity has presented itself within the Accountable Body team for a Programme Management Officer. We are looking for an experienced and motivated officer to help with the successful implementation and management of a number of exciting Walsall and Black Country wide programmes and projects.

You should be an experienced programme manager with an understanding of managing externally funded programmes and the ability to build and develop strong partnerships and networks with a wide range of stakeholders.

If you are able to manage a demanding portfolio, are adaptable in changing circumstances, and possess excellent financial, administration, and organisational skills, we would welcome your application.

For an informal discussion about the post, or for any queries, please contact Kelly Valente on 01922 650826.

This post is covered by the Government’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.

This post is based within the Programme Management Service area.

Closing Date: 9th December

Interviews will be held at the Civic Centre on: 17th December

View Job Description and Employee Specification

Important note: When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities, and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted. Please also ensure that you complete the work history and qualifications sections of your application form. Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them.

Please see our Information for Applicants leaflet for further information.

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