Programme Manager – Enterprise Data Programme

1-year fixed-term contract. This is a hybrid role that offers very flexible working. The Digital team are recruiting a Programme Manager to lead on delivery of the Enterprise Data Programme, an enabler of Strategy 2030: “to use the power of our education and research, through our people, place and partnerships to lead progress towards a sustainable, healthy and socially just future.” The programme will implement a new Enterprise Data Service providing a centralised data capability including: Clear data governance, ownership and stewardship. Expert support to data consumers through increased data analysis and literacy skills. Rapid access to disparate data. New data insights tools and techniques. Successful implementation of the service will support the shift in organisation culture to be data-led informing the continuous improvement of products and services. The Programme Manager will be professionally-homed and lined-managed in the Strategic Delivery Unit (SDU), and matrix-managed in the Digital team. The SDU provides the strategic programme and project management resources to support delivery of strategic change initiatives linking the successful candidate with an internal network of professionals. What you’ll be doing… Develop the Enterprise Data Programme business case, co-create the case for change with the sponsor and key stakeholders and secure investment in the delivery programme. Plan and manage the Enterprise Data Programme providing regular updates to the programme board and other governance committees. Our team works in an Agile way so this is key to succeeding in this role. Engaging in strategic and operational relationship management with key stakeholders. Coordinate the delivery of multiple projects concurrently within the programme e.g., data literacy, data management and governance, data access, target operation model, etc. Coordinate the development and roll out of a university-wide data strategy. Working across academic faculties and professional service divisions overseeing delivery planning, implementation, communication and change management. Just some of the benefits that come with this role include: Substantial annual leave package of 41 days! Incredible USS pension scheme. Flexible Working options. Sector leading policies around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Benefit from fantastic discounts at local and national shops. Excellent personal and professional development opportunities. Discounted state-of-the-art fitness centres on all our campuses. Stunning campus locations in Exeter and Cornwall. We’re really looking for… Recent significant experience of programme management and delivery of Data Programmes within a complex organisation using proven delivery frameworks or methodologies. Experience developing and landing strategic business cases through collaboration with key stakeholders. A comprehensive understanding of data management frameworks and analytics methodologies. A proactive and positive approach to problem-solving. Our team is focussed on Digital transformation that can potentially affect the whole higher education sector so big thinking is essential! Excellent information technology skills, with knowledge of the interface between transactional systems, data repositories and reporting tools. For more information, please click the "Apply" button above to be taken through to our jobs website. All applications should be made via our careers page quoting reference P91340 in any correspondence.