Director of Major Initiatives
3 weeks ago
The Forest Services (FS), part of the Forestry Commission (FC), serves as the Government's leading authority on forestry matters. We provide expert guidance at both national and local levels to maximize the potential of woodlands and support the forestry sector in safeguarding, enhancing, and expanding England's invaluable woodland resources. Our mission is to ensure these assets continue to deliver benefits to the community, the environment, and the economy.
Role Summary:The Director of Major Initiatives will report directly to the Head of Strategy and Transformation, overseeing a diverse team of professionals. This role is supported by three direct reports: an IT Development Lead, a Project Manager, and a Business Data Analyst. Additionally, the Director will actively manage a Business Change Manager and a Project Support Officer from the Business Transformation team, alongside a wider team comprising two Business Analysts and two Change Managers.
This position is a well-established role within the Strategy and Transformation department and is being filled for a specified term. The successful candidate will undergo a comprehensive handover process prior to the current postholder's departure.
Key Responsibilities:The primary purpose of this role is to lead and manage major initiatives within Forest Services, often in collaboration with other divisions within the Defra group. Responsibilities include:
- Directing and overseeing FS's Major Initiatives.
- Establishing and actively managing the programme plan for FC-led components of each major initiative.
- Ensuring alignment of the FC plan with established processes and contributing to their development as necessary.
- Designing and supporting appropriate governance structures for each major initiative in agreement with senior leadership.
- Representing FS at relevant forums, working groups, and boards.
- Identifying resource needs and managing personnel and products required to achieve programme objectives.
- Tracking overall performance and timelines, ensuring outputs are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality.
- Monitoring business change support and stakeholder engagement for each major initiative.
- Collaborating with the Finance Manager to oversee budget management and address financial risks.
- Managing relationships with internal and external suppliers.
- Monitoring progress and resolving or escalating issues as necessary.
- Reporting regularly on progress to the FS Executive Team and other governance bodies.
- Enhancing the organization's capability in Project Delivery, working closely with the Head of Business Transformation.
- Contributing to the development of Business Cases and Project/Programme Management Plans.
- Participating in the FS Portfolio Evaluation Board, providing expertise on Project Delivery.
- Engaging actively in the Strategy and Transformation leadership team to foster a positive and inclusive culture.
- Maintaining professional development.
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