Overview

In this role you lead complex transformation initiatives within the homelessness and supported housing service, coordinating cross‑functional teams and stakeholders to implement a new operating model. You will drive governance, plans, and benefits realisation across a major programme that shapes service delivery in Sheffield. You’ll work with senior managers and partners to ensure projects deliver measurable improvements. This is a chance to influence public-sector change with tangible customer outcomes and lasting impact.

Pay / Benefits

generous holiday entitlement
flexible working opportunities
37 hours per week
support for safeguarding checks
guaranteed interview scheme for eligible applicants
opportunities for flexible contracting / job sharing

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate complex projects and workstreams to support service transformation and improvement
Develop and manage project plans, governance arrangements, risk registers and reporting frameworks
Collaborate with managers, services and partners to deliver programme objectives and outcomes
Monitor progress, identify risks and dependencies, and implement solutions to keep projects on track
Support implementation of new service models, policies, procedures and ways of working
Analyse information, performance data and evidence to inform decision-making and continuous improvement
Ensure projects align with organisational priorities, timescales and governance requirements

Key requirements

Significant experience managing complex projects or programmes within a large organisation
Ability to build strong relationships and influence a wide range of stakeholders
Excellent project planning, organisational and problem-solving skills
Capability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Confidence in analysing information, managing risks and delivering outcomes
Experience leading change and supporting service improvement
Clear communication of complex information to diverse audiences
Project management qualification or willingness to work towards one (advantageous)

Relationship-building
Influencing stakeholders
Problem-solving
Project planning
Governance frameworks
Risk management (risk registers)

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