Delivery Manager

3 weeks ago

Birmingham, United Kingdom We Manage Jobs(WMJobs) Full time

Do you have a passion for education and a keen eye for financial strategy?
The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) seeks a skilled Delivery Manager to join our team.
This crucial role plays a key part in financial modelling of our £164 million investment to develop skills across the region. You will be central in optimising the performance of our skills investment (ca. £164m) deployed across the region and delivered by colleges, local authority adult education services, independent training providers, universities and the voluntary community sector.
What you'll be doing

  • Analyse how funds are spent on skills programmes by identifying areas for improvement and recommending strategic allocations to maximise programme effectiveness.
  • Transform complex financial data into clear insights that inform decisions relating to funding allocations
  • Build strong relationships and work effectively with a diverse team (programme leads, other delivery managers, external partners) to ensure everyone aligns and achieves shared goals.
  • Proactively advise and use performance feedback to refine allocation strategies and optimise return on investment as emerging skills needs are identified within the region.
About You.
  • Proven experience working with post-16 education funding, including programmes like study programmes, adult learning (bootcamps & apprenticeships), and relevant funding streams.
  • A strong track record in financial analysis and making strategic funding decisions in complex funding environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders like DfE, ESFA, DWP, and various education providers.
  • Deep understanding of a wide range of skills programmes and initiatives (SWAP, Restart, Level 3 entitlements, AEB programsme, apprenticeships, apprenticeship levy).
  • Solid grasp of the economic and political landscape in the West Midlands.
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.
Hybrid working, location and working pattern. We believe hybrid working is the best way for our organisation to fulfil our commitment to a modern, agile workplace while continuing to provide a great service to our customers. Hybrid working means having flexibility between working in the office and at home on agreed days, where a role allows. This is agreed between an employee and their line manager, considering the business, team, and employee needs.
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 2 days a week spent in the office. Creating an inclusive workplace. 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. We are dedicated to creating a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace that reflects the communities of the West Midlands region. WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as "Leaders in Diversity," and has been recognised 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.
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 that we can all be proud of, we would love to hear from you.
Reasonable adjustments. If you have an accessibility need, 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
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