Programme Support Officer

Our Housing, Property and Regeneration team are looking for Programme Support Officer to join them on a fixed term contract basis. You’ll be joining an existing team of Project Support Officers, providing valued support across six teams, to ensure projects are delivered effectively.  

This is a unique opportunity to work right across the directorate on varied projects ranging from facilities management and business support, asset development or Investment partnerships, working with local authorities, private sector and central government partners.  

Working in collaboration with colleagues, you’ll work on programmes, business case development and delivery, focussing on communications, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement.   

If you’re looking for variety and want to be involved with the significant Housing, Property and Regeneration work we do, then apply today. 

Please note that this role is being offered on a fixed term basis until October 2024  

What will you be doing? 

• Working on and enabling the delivery of identified and agreed business critical projects core to the HP&R annual deliverables agreed by the WMCA Board  
• Develop work around the delivery mechanisms and priorities of key projects, identifying key areas of performance and addressing requirements accordingly.
• Identifying opportunities for business improvement, and supporting delivery in collaboration with colleagues from across the directorate, reporting to the HPR Heads of Service  
• Reporting regularly on the progress and outcomes of critical projects throughout planning and delivery stages at project reviews and to Boards  
• Provide internal Board Secretariat, support and governance development as required by the Housing & Regeneration Leadership Team  
• Tracking project activity against key milestones and targets, ensuring that all documentation is appropriately stored and managed in SharePoint and accessible as required.

About you  

You’ll have experience of supporting varied projects and programmes and have a willingness to learn about the work our Housing, Property and Regeneration teams deliver.  

Essential experience of:  

• Supporting and coordinating projects or programmes  
• Working effectively with stakeholders  

Essential skills:  

• A connector who is intellectually curious and looks ahead, seeing the joins and connections between projects and programmes  
• Outstanding problem solver – doesn’t wait for others to solve problems but uses own initiative to unblock issues and create effective solutions.
• A team player who embraces personal responsibility – demonstrating a strong drive to deliver individually and together.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work on own initiative.
• Excellent collaboration and partnership working skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills  
• Proficient in MS Office applications and similar software  
• Motivated and determined to achieve results.
• Effective time management skills and ability to work independently as well as a member of a cross-functional team is essential.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure, trouble-shoot, and to meet short- and long-term deadlines.
• Able to work in partnership and across boundaries to achieve results.
• Professional approach which generates credibility and confidence in others  

How to apply.  

On clicking ‘apply for this job’, you will first be prompted to create an account. You will have the opportunity to upload a CV, which will be used to auto-populate your profile. Please note, we do not see your CV once you have applied. Our shortlisting decisions are based on what you tell us in your profile - and so it is important to format your profile so that it really stands out. Make sure to include your employment history and include any essential education and qualifications. You will be asked to provide a supporting statement. If you already have one that you have prepared earlier, you can simply copy and paste this into the application form.  

Applicants will need to evidence that they have the legal right to work in the UK.  If we make an offer of employment, we will need to check that you are eligible to work in the UK before you start work.  

Salary and benefits. 

We advertise salary ranges for job roles, with new appointments typically starting at the lowest salary point. In exceptional cases, where higher skill levels or experience are applicable, the salary point may be adjusted to secure the best candidate. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees. 

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes a Local Government Pension Scheme, 28 days of paid annual leave, Cycle to Work Scheme, and discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers. For more details, please visit the benefits page on our careers site. 

Location and working pattern – what you can expect.  

The location for this role is 16 Summer Lane. It is expected that you can split your time between the office and working remotely, with at least 1 day a week spent in the office.  

Creating an inclusive workplace. 

West Midlands Combined Authority is dedicated to creating a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace that reflects the communities of the West Midlands region. We recognise that certain groups, such as women and people of colour, may be less likely to apply for roles if they feel they do not meet all the requirements. However, we encourage individuals who are passionate about the role and want to make a difference to still apply. We value potential and encourage applicants to highlight their skills, including transferable ones, even if they don't fit the traditional "perfect candidate" mould. 

We gladly consider part-time, flexible, and job share arrangements, so please don't let these factors deter you from applying. If your values align with ours and you are dedicated to working towards a future we can all be proud of, we would love to hear from you. 

About us. 

Our vision is to create a better connected, more prosperous, fairer, greener, and healthier region. We aim to achieve this vision by living our values, which include being a partnership organisation, valuing and respecting our people, fostering a can-do attitude, and encouraging innovation. WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as "Leaders in Diversity," and has been recognized as one of the Inclusive Top 50 Employers and The Times Top 50 Employers for Women. We are also a Disability Confident Employer, committed to interviewing all applicants with disabilities who meet the essential role criteria. WMCA believes that building a team with varied backgrounds and experiences will benefit us as an employer and enhance our work. 

Reasonable adjustments. 

If you have an accessibility requirement, disability, or condition that means you might require changes to the recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment Team (careers@wmca.org.uk). We are here to assist and accommodate your needs. 

Thank you for considering joining our team at WMCA. We look forward to receiving your application and the opportunity to work together towards our shared goals. 

Attached documents
Programme Support Officer.pdf