MB Group Management Ltd

HOUSING PROGRAMME MANAGER - LOCAL GOV 6 MONTHS 650 P/D The Programme Manager (interim) will support the Housing Programme and Housing Inspection Readiness work. Both play a significant role in the council discharging its statutory Housing duties. This work requires a programme approach to ensure all dependencies, risks and issues are accounted for and escalated, if required. Key Responsibilities Support the day-to-day delivery of programmes across council directorates Coordinate a strategic change portfolio in partnership with PMO, Portfolio Managers, Project Managers, and Business Change colleagues Track and manage programme-level risks across the council, including escalation and facilitation of assurance sessions with senior leaders Maintain and continuously improve PMO frameworks, processes, and programme management capability Lead, motivate, and develop staff involved in projects and programmes, including line management where required Contribute to strategy development, performance management, quality control, and service and financial planning Build and maintain strong relationships with Members, partners, and senior stakeholders Support organisational capability development through mentoring and knowledge sharing Undertake additional duties aligned with the seniority of the role Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience managing complex programmes and projects, including benefits realisation Strong stakeholder management skills, working effectively with senior leaders and partners Experience managing programme-level risks, issues, and dependencies Ability to prioritise competing demands and remain effective under pressure Experience using recognised project and/or programme management methodologies (e.g. MSP) Experience leading and developing staff, including line management Desirable Knowledge of local government, transformation, and efficiency agendas Degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience) Programme, project, or change management qualification (e.g. MSP, Prosci, ADKAR) Membership of a relevant professional body Experience working with third-party suppliers and partners