ICT Programme Manager – Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service

National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public emergency service in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced ICT Programme Manager to oversee ICT projects and ensure alignment with digital strategies. The role involves leading teams, managing substantial budgets, and acting as a subject matter expert in ICT for emergency services. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience, leadership skills, and project management qualifications.

Qualifications

• Hold a degree (or have equivalent experience) and a PRINCE2 foundation certification in Project Management.
• Experience managing budgets (£1m+) and ICT projects.
• Familiarity with UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the delivery of ICT projects to align with the digital strategy.
• Provide leadership to project teams for successful outcomes.
• Oversee governance, security, and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Risk Management

Team Motivation

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

PRINCE2 Foundation Certification

Job description

ICT Programme Manager – Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service

Do you have what it takes to lead on key ICT projects for an emergency service? We might be the perfect match!

Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service are looking for an experienced ICT Programme Manager to take charge of the ICT project portfolio, helping us to deliver safer and more efficient ICT resources to protect the communities of Nottinghamshire.

This is a key role in our ICT team which will give the post holder the responsibility of managing the ICT project portfolio, championing ICT interests on projects across NFRS and being the subject matter expert to ensure all ICT requirements are met on each project. This post is positioned within the ICT management team, giving the post holder the opportunity to work with other subject matter experts to plan, manage and continuously improve the ICT service at NFRS.

If you have the passion to put your skills towards the goal of making our communities safer then we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on the delivery of ICT projects, and support non-ICT projects, to ensure they align with the Service’s digital strategy.
• Provide leadership to project teams, ensuring high quality and successful outcomes.
• Oversee governance, security and compliance and work to identify and mitigate risks.
• Work with the ICT management team in the development of the NFRS IT service.
• Act as the principal technical expert on emergency service’s specific technology including Firelink and ESN (Emergency Services Network).
• Take on the role of Operational Communications Tactical Advisor, providing operational and tactical advice and guidance on all aspects of the use of Airwave and mobile communications.

Experience / Qualification

• Hold a degree (or have equivalent experience) and a PRINCE2 foundation certification in Project Management (or hold equivalent knowledge and experience).
• Experience managing budgets (£1m+) and small to large scale ICT projects within a medium, multi-site, organisation.
• Confidence in leading and motivating teams, with the ability to influence and engage others at all levels.
• Experienced in compiling and presenting a successful business case and associated documentation.
• Awareness of risk management in complex programme and project delivery.
• Familiarity with relevant legislation such as UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
• Hold a driving license and have the ability to travel when required (reasonable adjustments can be made to accommodate disabled candidates).

The successful candidate will be subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service check, a Police Vetting check and a National Security Check (SC).