Sheffield City Council
Organisation: Sheffield City Council
Role: Head of ICT Programme Delivery
Salary: DG7 £67,020 – £71,781
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Sheffield City Council is a council that leads boldly with purpose and decisiveness. It is an extraordinary place to live and work, providing a perfect balance of the urban and the outdoors. You’ll be joining a forward-thinking council that puts people at the heart of what we do. We value openness, honesty, and collaboration, and we are committed to delivering innovative and effective services to the people of Sheffield.
We now have an exciting opportunity to join the team as a Head of ICT Programme Delivery to contribute to the delivery of several projects efforts which will help Sheffield City Council reach new heights, becoming an even more reliable and impactful organisation for our communities.
In this role, you will lead and drive the successful execution of our Digital Programme, playing a pivotal role in advancing the ICT roadmap to support the Council’s vision for efficient, effective services and the city’s broader ambitions. You will ensure ICT systems not only enhance service delivery but also meet statutory, strategic, and regulatory standards. As a key business relationship manager, you will foster strong partnerships with senior stakeholders to align technology solutions with the Council’s needs. This role demands significant experience in programme and project management. Key responsibilities include shaping the ICT and Digital Innovation strategic roadmap, leading the ICT Programme Delivery team, managing finances to ensure value for money, and presenting progress and investment proposals to senior leadership. You will also nurture the professional growth of the ICT team and anticipate future challenges. If you are a strategic leader with a passion for digital transformation, we want to hear from you!
What We Are Looking For:
- Proven track record in leading large-scale Digital Programmes
- Strong experience in building relationships with senior leaders and stakeholders
- Advanced knowledge of both existing and emerging technologies and their applications in public services
- Experience working at a senior level in a complex organisation, with an ability to manage financial, human, and physical resources effectively
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and accessible way
- Demonstrable success in managing change and motivating teams to deliver high-quality outcomes.
If you share our commitment to support our people to deliver thriving communities across Sheffield, then please download the job description and apply by clicking ‘Apply’.
Please note, the closing date for this role is Sunday 17 November 2024 (23:55).
When applying, please ensure that you provide the following information:
- Your CV
- A supporting statement (of not more than 2 pages) detailing how you can address the Essential criteria
- Contact telephone numbers as well as your personal email address
- A completed diversity monitoring form, this will appear on screen as part of the application process.
For a confidential discussion about the role, please do contact our recruitment advisers at GatenbySanderson who will be delighted to speak with you: Shoaib Haroon on / or on .
Should you have any queries about the application process, please contact Toria Lorman-Connolly on or via .
Closing date: Sunday 17 November 2024 (23:55).
