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Our Client, West Sussex County Council, is looking for a Programme Director - Devolution, to join their team.
MUST HAVE LOCAL AUTHORITY EXPERIENCE
Pay - 800 - 900 per day
Working arrangements - There will be an expectation for some office working - and to travel around the 3 Local Authorities as part of engagement work. Office base can be one of the local authorities.
Job Description :
The Programme Director/ Director of Transition will drive and support the establishment of the Sussex & Brighton Mayoral Combined County Authority (MCCA). This role involves leading the transition programme, working collaboratively across East Sussex County Council, Brighton & Hove City Council and West Sussex County Council, as well as engaging with district and borough councils and other stakeholders to ensure a smooth and effective transition.
Key Responsibilities :
- Programme Management
- Develop and implement a comprehensive programme plan for the creation of the MCCA.
- Coordinate activities across the three upper-tier authorities to ensure alignment and progress.
- Monitor and report on programme milestones, risks, and issues.
- Stakeholder Engagement:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with partners across Sussex.
- Build and maintain key relationships with Government departments
- Facilitate regular communication and collaboration with key local stakeholders, including local businesses, community groups, and residents.
- Organise and lead stakeholder meetings, workshops, and consultations.
- Governance and Compliance:
- Ensure the programme adheres to relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
- Develop governance structures and processes for the transition period and the new authority.
- Prepare reports and documentation for the Devolution Joint Committee and supporting infrastructure.
Benefits of working with Remedy
- A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant.
- Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs
- Referral bonus - up to 250* per person placed.
- Double payrolls each week.
*Terms & Conditions apply
You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions.
Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.
