Senior Programmes Manager

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Your new companyA Public Body based in Belfast are recruiting for a Senior Manager of Programmes

Your new roleYou will be part of the Senior Management Team, you will be responsible for key aspects of the management, implementation, and delivery of the cross-border EU Structural and Investment Funds Programmes. This will involve the development and implementation of operational plans to ensure that programme and financial targets are achieved. Continue to develop the key aspects of the programme within European guidelines and as outlined in the respective Cooperation Programme documents. Develop and manage the systems for ensuring that all key programme targets are met, with respect to agreed outputs and financial targets. Oversight of programme activity, developing the Management Information Framework around this. Ensure all service delivery standards in relation to programme management are in place and contribute pro-actively to further service improvement. Management of the impact, outcomes, and evaluation of the Programme. Oversee the review of Management and Control Systems currently in place to ensure they remain fit for purpose across current programmes ensuring guidance is updated as appropriate. Review, develop and adapt the Management and Control Systems to ensure they meet the requirement of effectively managing, implementing, and delivering the Programme including the provision of guidance. Liaise with the other Teams to ensure timely and effective project management processes are in place to support the delivery of projects. Research and report information in relation to the implementation of the programmes and provide briefing material as required. Manage programme governance/monitoring arrangements and functions, including providing information and support to Programme Monitoring Committees (PMCs) and any relevant technical or sub-committees. Prepare and submit the Annual Implementation Reports (AIRs) and appropriate sections of relevant progress reports. Consult, negotiate and reach agreement with relevant stakeholders in all relevant jurisdictions to ensure the smooth implementation of the agreed programmes. Maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders in Northern Ireland, Ireland and the European Commission including the government departments with policy responsibility for projects in receipt of funding. Maintain effective relationships with all partners. Represent at events and seminars. Contribute to the development and implementation of and Corporate Plans and risk frameworks including pro-actively contributing to the further development of an efficient and effective organisation. Strategic Lead and motivate staff in the pursuance of key objectives. Ensure the development of an appropriate range of skills and competencies of staff to meet the objectives of the programmes.

What you'll need to succeedAn Honours degree or equivalent third level qualification plus a minimum of 5 years' experience at senior management level. Or A minimum of 7 years' experience at senior management level.

• Proven experience of strategic programme management in a complex and/or regulatory work environment, demonstrating the ability to evaluate detailed information from a range of sources in order to make key decisions, manage risks and influence others.
• Experience of providing strong team leadership through developing and coaching to produce high performance.
• Proven experience of contributing to the development of strategy to successfully deliver the aims and objectives of an organisation.
• Possess excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills in order to maintain effective internal and external relationships and to build collaborative partnerships with stakeholders to ensure delivery of objectives.

What you'll get in return

• 6-month contract with possible extension
• £28.58 per hour, equivalent to £55,207
• Hybrid working

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