Head of Transformation and Change

City of York Council; York; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in York seeks a Head of Transformation and Change to lead strategic transformation initiatives. This role involves overseeing complex change programmes, including IT implementations and resource management. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in public sector transformation and proven experience in project management. The position emphasizes innovation and digital adoption within the organization.

Qualifications

• Proven success delivering major transformation programmes in public sector or local government settings.
• Expertise in project and programme management (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP).
• Deep understanding of systems implementation, risk management, and public sector governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of transformation projects.
• Develop and implement robust project and risk management frameworks.
• Oversee integration of services from North Yorkshire Police Fire and Crime Commissioner.

Skills

Project and programme management expertise

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Political acumen

Job description

NON CYC VACANCY

The Opportunity

The Head of Transformation and Change will spearhead strategic transformation initiatives with responsibility for project governance, stakeholder engagement, digital adoption, and resource management.

Reporting to, the Director of Resources, you will demonstrate strong leadership with a results-focussed approach, as well as experience in public sector transformation. This brand-new role will suit a self-starter who will oversee complex change programmes across systems, processes, resources and operations, including IT system implementations, risk and performance frameworks, as well as the integration of services.

Additionally, You Will

• Lead planning and delivery of transformation projects, including IT system rollouts and process redesigns.
• Develop and implement robust project and risk management frameworks.
• Oversee integration of services from North Yorkshire Police Fire and Crime Commissioner and Fire & Rescue Service.
• Ensure alignment of change initiatives with the Combined Authority’s strategy.
• Provide strategic advice to senior leaders and elected members.
• Champion digital adoption and foster a culture of innovation and digital literacy.
• Collaborate with HR and corporate teams to embed change into organisational culture.
• Manage budgets, resources, and indirect teams.
• Represent the Authority in strategic meetings with government and external partners.
• Ensure high-quality performance reporting and benefit realisation from change initiatives.
  
  

What You Will Bring

• Proven success delivering major transformation programmes in public sector or local government settings.
• Expertise in project and programme management (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP), with a strong track record of delivering on time and within budget.
• Deep understanding of systems implementation, risk management, and public sector governance.
• Political acumen and the ability to influence and build relationships in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Strong leadership, analytical thinking, and communication skills.
  
  

To find out more about our new organisation please visit; https://yorknorthyorks-ca.gov.uk

To apply to this role, please use the following link:

YNYCA career opportunities > NY Resourcing

Closing date: Sunday 7 September at 12 midnight

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