Business Change Project Manager (Secondment/Fixed Term Contract)

Change Team, Governance and Service Improvement
Kidlington
Band 4I, circa £33,489 per annum. Progression based on performance, plus benefits
Full Time
Fixed Term

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL VACANCY

Secondment/Fixed Term Contract until end of September 2019

The Effectiveness and Efficiency Programme (E&E) will support Thames Valley Police to ensure we are providing an effective, value for money public service within a balanced budget. This will involve working with departments across the force to review and prioritise their current services, scope and develop proposals for change, and then implement those approved to proceed. The E&E Programme Team has a central role in working with the business areas through the process.

In this role you will work as part of a small, dynamic team at the heart of the organisation. You will be helping the officers and staff of Thames Valley Police transform the way we deliver our service to the public, keep people safe and bring offenders to justice.

You will plan and deliver projects into all aspects of both operational police work and support functions, using project management and change management techniques to analyse problems, design solutions and implement change.

The post holder will be responsible for the production of project management documents throughout the lifecycle of the project, as well as plan and monitor the project to ensure the project is kept on track, within scope, within budget and delivering benefits for officers and staff. You will lead project teams and manage stakeholders at all levels including Project Boards, Programme Boards, and the Chief Constable’s Management Team.

The successful applicant will have a good standard of education, and an understanding of business administration, ideally having the professional project management qualification PRINCE 2 (or equivalent) or be working towards it.

You will have proven experience in planning, managing and delivering business change projects using multidisciplinary project teams, with experience in people leadership and change management skills, to inspire, develop and embed change. You will be able to demonstrate a proven ability to make decisions and establish priorities under conflicting demands.

You may be required to travel for business purposes on occasion and demonstrate flexibility regarding working hours.

In return, you’ll be joining an organisation that truly values its people, reflected in our range of excellent benefits, positive culture and flexible working opportunities.

If you are a permanent member of staff applying for this role, please note it will be offered on a secondment basis. If the secondment is not supported by your line manager then a strong business rationale must be sent to recruitmentpolicestaff@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk quoting the reference number for the role. Shift allowance, on-call or other job related allowances from the previous role will not be protected unless they are attached to the new role for the duration of the secondment.

Staff wishing to apply for a seconded role should be aware the secondment process is under review. The proposal is to move staff to the salary/grade of the seconded role for the duration of the temporary appointment, which could mean either a rise or fall in individuals’ salary. Subject to some flexibility for candidates with previous experience and/or transferable skills.

If you have any queries please contact People Services Recruitment Department on 0845 2 66 66 77 (internal 301 6500) quoting reference 14780.

The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Monday 27th August 2018.

At Thames Valley Police (TVP) we work together to protect our communities.  Whether as an officer, staff member or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission.  As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities. Learn more About Us.

Working Smart.  You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day.  In the post-pandemic era this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce. 

Supporting You.  Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do.  Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we’ll be supporting you via a wide range of Wellbeing services, partnerships and initiatives.  We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with.  We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card.  Learn more about how we will be Supporting You.

Developing YouWe promote a culture where your continuous professional development and learning is actively encouraged and where people have the opportunity, and responsibility, to achieve their full potential. 

Valuing Difference.  We are committed to building a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve and an inclusive culture that not only values, but finds strength in difference.  Learn more about how we are Valuing Difference.    

Vetting.  All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis.

This opportunity is closed to applications.