GovPass Delivery Manager (PMO and Business Change)

Government Recruitment Service; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Manchester is seeking a GovPass Delivery Manager to oversee governance and change strategies within the GovPass Programme. The ideal candidate will possess outstanding organisational skills and have exceptional stakeholder engagement abilities. This role focuses on promoting a culture of adaptability and continuous improvement while managing financial and resource aspects. A commitment to inclusivity and diversity is paramount in this role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in governance and change management.
• Strong analytical skills to drive continuous improvement.
• Ability to engage and manage stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of adaptability and continuous improvement.
• Develop and implement change strategies.
• Establish standards for PMO performance management.
• Manage financial, commercial, and risk aspects.
• Support service delivery across various strands.

Skills

Outstanding organisational skills

Exceptional stakeholder engagement

Strong problem-solving skills

Adaptability in a fast-paced environment

Job description

The Government Property Agency (GPA) is the largest property holder in government, managing over £2.1 billion in property assets and more than 55% of the government’s office estate.

We are transforming the Civil Service by creating excellent workplaces, leading major office programmes, reducing carbon emissions from government offices, and delivering value for taxpayers. We seek innovative, solutions-focused individuals to join our team.

Representing the UK’s best covenant – His Majesty’s Government – we lead programmes such as the Government Hubs Programme, Whitehall Campus Programme, and Net Zero Programme, providing modern, cost-effective real estate services.

Innovation and progress are core to our culture. We promote lifelong learning, curiosity, and self-improvement. We are committed to being an inclusive employer, emphasizing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) to meet the needs of government departments and civil servants.

Join our diverse team that champions purpose, sustainability, social value, inclusivity, flexibility, and economic growth. Make a meaningful impact, influence decisions, have your voice heard, and help shape our future.

The GPA values diversity and is committed to representing the communities we serve. We particularly encourage applications from disabled, ethnically or gender-diverse candidates, and those who identify as LGBTQ+.

The GovPass Programme is modernising Access Control Systems across HMG, setting a new UK government standard for card encryption to enhance security and interoperability. It operates across the UK in iconic buildings and aims to expand further.

The GovPass Delivery Manager (PMO and Business Change) plays a vital role in the programme, overseeing governance, change strategy, stakeholder engagement, reporting, and continuous improvement.

Key skills include:

• Outstanding organisational and analytical skills
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement abilities
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in a fast-paced environment

This role, without direct reports, is essential in fostering collaboration, communication, and alignment to achieve shared goals and successful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of adaptability and continuous improvement.
• Develop change strategies aligned with GovPass objectives.
• Implement and evaluate stakeholder engagement plans.
• Establish and monitor PMO standards for performance management.
• Define and deliver training and development programs.
• Manage financial, commercial, risk, and resource aspects.
• Support planning and delivery across various service strands.