Change Delivery Officer - Ministry of Justice - Midlands - Visa Sponsorship Available

Naija UK Connect; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary £37,238–£44,520

Professional development within the Mo

Work across the Midlands region

Flexible working options

Job summary

The Ministry of Justice is seeking a Change Delivery Officer for their Midlands Team, a temporary 2-year role based across multiple locations including Birmingham, Leicester, and Nottingham. This role suits applicants with change management experience and offers visa sponsorship for eligible international candidates.

Salary ranges from £37,238 to £44,520, with flexible full-time or part-time options. It provides a pathway into UK public service and development opportunities across the Midlands

Qualifications

• Proven experience in change management or project delivery, ideally within a large organisation.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using digital systems for project tracking and reporting, such as GMS or PftW.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, capable of influencing and informing at various levels.
• A valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the Midlands region is essential.
• Eligibility to work in the UK, with visa sponsorship available for international applicants.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and deliver local and nationally identified change initiatives across the Midlands region.
• Work with Area Change Managers or National Heads of Change Delivery to implement reforms.
• Be the lead point of contact for specific locations or geographical areas.
• Utilise digital systems (GMS and PftW) to tier, record, and track change activities.
• Analyse progress against defined metrics to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Skills

Change management

Project delivery

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Driving licence

Travel willingness

UK visa eligibility

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Tools

GMS

Project for the Web (PftW)

Job description

Licensed visa sponsor — Ministry of Justice is on the Home Office register of licensed worker sponsors (Skilled Worker), so it can sponsor a work visa. This particular advert does not mention sponsorship, so confirm with the employer before you apply. Applicants from Nigeria and elsewhere, in the UK or overseas, may apply. Check any employer on our sponsor list

The Ministry of Justice is seeking a Change Delivery Officer for their Midlands Team, a temporary 2-year role based across multiple locations including Birmingham, Leicester, and Nottingham. This position is ideal for Nigerian and African immigrants with change management experience, as visa sponsorship is available and foreign applicants are explicitly welcomed. Offering a competitive salary range of £37,238 - £44,520, this full-time or part-time opportunity provides a significant pathway into UK public service.

Job Description

As a Change Officer at HMPPS (HM Prison & Probation Service), you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and delivering both local and nationally identified change initiatives. This involves working directly with Area Change Managers or National Heads of Change Delivery, spanning across various prison and probation establishments within the Midlands region. You will often be the lead point of contact for specific locations or geographical areas, ensuring the smooth implementation of critical reforms.

Key responsibilities include utilising digital systems such as Gateway Management System (GMS) and Project for the Web (PftW) to meticulously tier, record, and track change management activities. Your analytical skills will be crucial in identifying progress against articulated success metrics, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of HMPPS operations. This role demands a proactive approach to project management and a commitment to continuous improvement within the public service sector.

Requirements

• Proven experience in change management or project delivery, ideally within a large organisation.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using digital systems for project tracking and reporting, such as GMS or PftW.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, capable of influencing and informing at various levels.
• A valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the Midlands region is essential given the 'Driving' category.
• Eligibility to work in the UK, with visa sponsorship available for international applicants who require a Skilled Worker visa.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from £37,238 to £44,520.
• Opportunity for professional development within the Ministry of Justice.
• Contribution to impactful national and local change initiatives within the Prison & Probation Service.
• Flexible working options (full-time or part-time).
• A chance to work across a wide geographical area, gaining diverse experience.

Visa Sponsorship & Foreigner Eligibility

Visa / Skilled Worker (Tier 2) sponsorship is explicitly available for this role, meaning foreign / overseas applicants are welcome to apply. This position is open to individuals who require a UK work visa to be employed. If your immigration status is complex or borderline, it is advisable to seek independent legal advice to confirm your eligibility before applying, ensuring you meet all the requirements for a Skilled Worker visa.