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Strategic Programme Director

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Manchester, United Kingdom AQA Full time
Job Description

Job Title: Strategic Programme Director

Business Area: Corporate Services Office

Department: Programmes and Project Management

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Strategic Programme Director to join our team at AQA. The successful candidate will be responsible for scoping, mobilising, managing and delivering a range of strategic programmes (high value and significant importance) made up of a collection of interrelated projects and initiatives aimed at achieving a set of strategic objectives and outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work with internal and external stakeholders and the executive leadership team to ensure delivery of the programmes meet overall time, cost and quality requirements, and contribute to strategic aims.
  • Provide clear guidance and direction to diverse project teams.
  • Effectively manage the interdependencies between programmes.
  • Support and represent the views of senior stakeholders.
  • Develop and implement governance structures to ensure that projects within the programme adhere to AQA policies, standards, and guidelines.
  • Proactively resolve problems and adapt to change.
  • Influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, with an emphasis on Executives.
  • Translate a vision into achievable goals and programmes of work, and provide clear direction to achieve AQA's strategic objectives.
  • Communicate effectively, conveying complex information in a clear and concise manner.
  • Allocate resources across multiple projects within the programme to optimise performance.
  • Coordinate programmes and projects effectively to optimise delivery of outcomes.
  • Address conflicts that may arise between projects or teams within the programme or between programmes, finding solutions that support overall programme success.
  • Think strategically and translate a vision into achievable goals and provide clear direction to achieve programme outcomes.
  • Inspire and motivate team members and other colleagues through effectively communicating the programme's vision and benefits.
  • Lead by example, to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a range of partners and stakeholders, up to and including Executive Leadership Team level.
  • Maintain focus on the business case objectives and outcomes.
  • Work flexibly to meet the needs of the programme.
  • Display courage and calmness under pressure.

Requirements:

  • Experience of leading large scale, high value, strategically important, complex programmes and projects to successful conclusion.
  • Experience of successfully developing teams to achieve business and professional development goals.
  • Prince2 and MSP accredited, or have a similar relevant qualification (desirable).
  • Be educated to degree level or have extensive experience in a similar role.
  • Be numerate to a high level to develop sound business cases and benefit plans.

What We Offer:

AQA is a leading education charity that provides qualifications and assessments to schools and colleges. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment that allows our employees to thrive. As a Strategic Programme Director, you will have the opportunity to work on high-profile programmes that make a real difference to the lives of students and teachers.

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and experienced programme manager looking for a new challenge, please submit your application, including your CV and a covering letter, to [insert contact details].