Head of Strategic Planning

2 months ago

Leeds, United Kingdom Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Full time

**Details**:
**Reference number**:

- 347285**Salary**:

- £61,599-
- A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%**Job grade**:

- Grade 6**Contract type**:

- Permanent**Business area**:

- Office For Local Government**Type of role**:

- Policy**Working pattern**:

- Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time**Number of jobs available**:

- 1Contents

Location

About the job

**Benefits**:
Things you need to know

Location
- Bristol, Darlington, Leeds, Manchester, WolverhamptonAbout the job

**Job summary**:
The Office for Local Government (Oflog)’s vision is to help make local government even better. We will increase understanding about the performance of local authorities, warn when authorities are at risk of serious failure, and support local government to improve itself.

To do that, Oflog’s strategic objectives are:

- inform - to increase understanding - among citizens, civil society, central government and local government itself - about data on the performance of local authorities;
- warn - to help identify local authorities that are at risk of serious failure but have not raised the alarm themselves; and
- support - to support local government to improve performance, productivity, and value for money: championing best practice, improving data capability and rationalising a complex data landscape.

Oflog is a key priority of the Secretary of State. It is an office of DLUHC, meaning all staff are DLUHC civil servants. The government committed in the Levelling Up White Paper that Oflog would be independent, and Ministers have asked us to act with a spirit of independence and have committed not to exercise influence over our outputs (other than approving our recommendations for new metrics). We look forward to Oflog’s increasing independence.

**Job description**:
We are looking for a G6 Head of Strategic Planning and Business Management. This role will lead a team of ~8 staff on to deliver strategic project management, business management, financial management and recruitment and resourcing for Oflog.

This will involve:

- Managing, developing and improving Oflog’s strategic planning and Programme and Project Management (PPM);
- Budgetary and financial management for the organisation;
- Building Oflog’s capacity and capability, including leading recruitment for the organisation, managing internal resourcing, and supporting the development of skills and capabilities within Oflog;
- Developing and managing Oflog’s culture as a place to work;
- Act as a member of Oflog’s senior leadership team, the Extended Executive Team.

**Person specification**:
**Essential**
- Strong and demonstrated Project Management and Delivery expertise
- Demonstrated financial and budget management skills
- Excellent stakeholder management skills and an ability to work collaboratively, build consensus and influence outcomes with external partners, as well as challenge senior stakeholders where necessary.
- Ability to manage different workstreams with interdependencies, including delivering outcomes through others.
- Ability to build collaborative and trusted working relationships with a variety of internal partners.
- An ability to communicate clearly, and see the bigger picture

**Desirable**
- Experience of working on high profile and fast paced issues.
- Good knowledge and demonstrable understanding of the local government sector.

**Desirable Qualifications**
- APM Chartered Project Professional or
- accredited senior practitioner within the government project delivery profession (or committed to working towards it); or
- Appropriate Portfolio / Programme management qualification (e.g. one of the following):

- Project Leadership Programme
- Management of Risk Practitioner
- Managing Benefits
- Managing Successful Programmes Practitioner / Advanced Practitioner
- Management of portfolios practitioner
- P30 Practitioner

**Behaviours**:
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

- Seeing the Big Picture
- Making Effective Decisions
- Communicating and Influencing
- Managing a Quality Service

**Benefits**:

- Alongside your salary of £61,599, Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities contributes £16,631 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.- Learning and development tailored to your role
- An environment with flexible working options
- A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
- A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%

Things you need to know

**Selection process details**:

- This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.**We are for everyone**

**Please contact the vacancy manager if you have any questions about the role.**

As part of our pre-employment checking process we will be using your CV to confirm your job history. Please note th

  • Head of Planning

    3 days ago

    Leeds, United Kingdom Homes England Full time

    **Head of Planning & Enabling**: Closing Date - 28/11/2023 Interviews will be week commencing 04/12/2023 **There are 3 opportunities: 1 post for the North team to be based in either Leeds or Newcastle upon Tyne and 2 posts for the Central team based in Coventry / Birmingham area.** **A bit about the role...**: The Central team is led by Mike Goulding,...

  • Head of Financial Planning and Analysis

    10 hours ago

    Leeds, United Kingdom Marks Sattin Ltd Full time

    Marks Sattin are delighted to be working with a well-regarded West Yorkshire based organisation who are looking for a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis. This is a newly created role and a very exciting time for the business as they are looking to undertake a transformation programme. Responsibilities will include: Build-out and improve the group's...

  • Head of Financial Planning and Analysis

    2 weeks ago

    Leeds, United Kingdom Marks Sattin Ltd Full time

    Marks Sattin are delighted to be working with a well-regarded West Yorkshire based organisation who are looking for a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis. This is a newly created role and a very exciting time for the business as they are looking to undertake a transformation programme. Responsibilities will include: Build-out and improve the group's...

  • Head of Department of Economics

    4 weeks ago

    Leeds, United Kingdom University of Leeds Full time

    **Head of Department of Economics**: Leeds University Business School is one of the most highly regarded UK Business Schools recognised for excellence in research and education. We are looking for an experienced academic who can provide the vision and leadership necessary to manage a programme of strategic development in the Department of Economics. As the...

  • Head of Financial Planning and Analysis

    2 weeks ago

    Leeds, United Kingdom Marks Sattin Full time

    Marks Sattin are delighted to be working with a well-regarded West Yorkshire based organisation who are looking for a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis. This is a newly created role and a very exciting time for the business as they are looking to undertake a transformation programme. Responsibilities will include: Build-out and improve the group's...

  • Head of Financial Planning and Analysis

    10 hours ago

    Leeds, United Kingdom Marks Sattin Ltd Full time

    Marks Sattin are delighted to be working with a well-regarded West Yorkshire based organisation who are looking for a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis. This is a newly created role and a very exciting time for the business as they are looking to undertake a transformation programme. Responsibilities will include: Build-out and improve the...

  • Head of Financial Planning and Analysis

    2 weeks ago

    Leeds, United Kingdom Marks Sattin Ltd Full time

    Marks Sattin are delighted to be working with a well-regarded West Yorkshire based organisation who are looking for a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis. This is a newly created role and a very exciting time for the business as they are looking to undertake a transformation programme. Responsibilities will include: Build-out and improve the...

  • Head of The School of Media and Communication

    4 weeks ago

    Leeds, United Kingdom University of Leeds Full time

    **Head of the School of Media and Communication**: **Can you provide the strategic vision and leadership necessary to enable the School to successfully develop and deliver its plans, through motivating and developing staff to achieve their full potential? Are you passionate about delivering world-leading research and an exceptional student experience in an...

  • Head of Online Marketing

    4 weeks ago

    Leeds, United Kingdom University of Leeds Full time

    **Head of Online Marketing**: **Are you a higher education, edtech, or marketing leader skilled in digital optimisation and looking to take on the next exciting phase of your career, to build a fun and collaborative marketing team to support online learning? Are you familiar with measuring marketing impact on recruiting metrics?** The University of Leeds...

  • Head of Financial Planning and Performance

    8 hours ago

    Leeds, United Kingdom Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust Full time

    Head of Financial Planning, Costing and Income LeedsCommunity Healthcare (LCH) have an exciting opportunity to join our NHS Trustas Head of Financial Planning, Costing and Income. LCH have a strong track record of delivering high quality patient care, that isfinancially sustainable. Our Finance Team are an award winning team (HFMAYorkshire and Humber...

  • Head of Planning and Logistics

    1 day ago

    Leeds, United Kingdom C&M Travel Recruitment Full time

    **Head of Logistics and Planning - Leeds/Hybrid - 9-12 Month FTC**. A fantastic opportunity to join an award winning travel company where you will be responsible for leading multiple teams that provide the workforce management for overseas staff,deliver new products and services through multiple teams and developing valued suppliers out in resort. **Head of...

  • Interim Head of the School of English

    3 weeks ago

    Leeds, United Kingdom University of Leeds Full time

    Interim Head of the School of English Opportunity open to academic Grade 9 / Grade 10 internal applicants in the School of English only. Working with the School Leadership Team, you will lead on the delivery of the School’s academic plan and objectives and provide leadership to the staff in the School. You will be an active member of the...

  • Head of Safeguarding

    6 hours ago

    Leeds, United Kingdom Church of England Full time

    We are looking for a Head of Safeguarding to join our team. Hours: 35 hours a week The Head of Safeguarding is a senior role responsible for the overall management, development, and strategic direction of the Safeguarding Department. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of all individuals within the Diocese. The Head...

  • Policy Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Leeds, United Kingdom West Yorkshire Combined Authority Full time

    **Policy Assistant (Spatial Planning & Strategic Sites)**: £30,590 pa (pay award pending) Grade 5 Leeds Permanent Applications for part time / job share will be considered Closing date: 26 May 2024

  • Head of Safeguarding

    5 days ago

    Leeds, United Kingdom Diocese of Leeds Full time

    We are looking for a Head of Safeguarding to join our team. Hours: 35 hours a week Salary: £52,164 The Head of Safeguarding is a senior role responsible for the overall management, development, and strategic direction of the Safeguarding Department. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of all individuals within the...

  • Head of The Management and Organisations Department

    1 month ago

    Leeds, United Kingdom University of Leeds Full time

    **Head of the Management and Organisations Department**: **Leeds University Business School is one of the most highly regarded UK Business Schools recognised for excellence in research and education. We are looking for an experienced academic who can provide the vision and leadership necessary to manage a programme of strategic development in the Management...

  • Strategic Projects Administrator

    1 month ago

    Leeds, United Kingdom University of Leeds Full time

    **Strategic Projects Administrator**: **Faculty of Medicine and Health** **Salary**: Grade 5 (24,285 27,929 p.a. depending on experience) This role will be based on the university campus, with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements. Are you experienced in providing administrative...

  • Head of The Analytics, Technology and Operations

    1 month ago

    Leeds, United Kingdom University of Leeds Full time

    **Head of the Analytics, Technology and Operations Department**: **Leeds University Business School is one of the most highly regarded UK Business Schools recognised for excellence in research and education. We are looking for an experienced academic who can provide the vision and leadership necessary to manage a programme of strategic development in...

  • Head of Safeguarding

    5 days ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Diocese of Leeds Full time

    We are looking for a Head of Safeguarding to join our team.Hours: 35 hours a weekSalary: £52,164The Head of Safeguarding is a senior role responsible for the overall management, development, and strategic direction of the Safeguarding Department. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of all individuals within the Diocese....

  • Head of Finance faculty of Business

    2 weeks ago

    Leeds, United Kingdom University of Leeds Full time

    This role will be based on the university campus, with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements. Do you have exceptional leadership qualities, are you able to provide strategic direction ensuring financial sustainability? Can you collaborate successfully at a senior level to drive...