Programme Manager

Wokingham Jobs; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative local government council in Wokingham is looking for a candidate to support housing services programmes. The successful individual will have project management qualifications and extensive knowledge of local government operations. This role entails coordinating strategic portfolios and tracking programme-related risks while leading staff involved in project delivery. A commitment to transformative change and experience with Microsoft applications are essential for this position. The role promises competitive benefits and a welcoming work environment.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Free Onsite Gym

Learning & Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Relevant programme and project management qualifications or skills.
• Experience with transformational government agendas.
• Change management qualifications or experience.

Responsibilities

• Support daily delivery of housing services programmes.
• Coordinate strategic portfolios with the PMO.
• Track risks related to programmes across the council.
• Lead and develop staff involved in projects and programmes.
• Contribute to strategy and quality control.

Skills

Programme and project management skills

Knowledge of local government

Change management skills

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

Staff Benefits

Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it's a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:

Generous Annual Leave - 31 days annual leave (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service) plus bank holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme

GP Helpline - Available 7 days a week

Employee Assistance Programme - Including a 24/7 Your Care Helpline

Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines

Free Onsite Gym - Located at Shute End Offices, Wokingham

Local & Lifestyle Discounts - Save on shopping, entertainment, dining out & more

Move through Menopause Course

Sports & Social Group Activities - Including running, football, cricket & more

Learning & Development Opportunities

Employee Networks

And more!

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting the daily delivery of programmes across the housing services whilst working with other council directorates.
• Responsible for coordination of a strategic portfolio, working closely with the Business Change colleagues, especially the PMO and Portfolio Manager and Project Managers to ensure successful implementation and impact management.
• Accountable for the tracking of programme level related risks across the council with appropriate escalation and facilitation of risk and assurance sessions with senior leaders to understand potential issues, seek mitigations and provide successful delivery of services.
• Leading, motivating, and developing staff involved with projects and programmes in line with delivery requirements, to achieve consistently high employee engagement and performance, including line management responsibilities if required.
• Contribute to strategy, performance and quality control, and service and financial planning for specialist areas.

Candidate Requirements

• Relevant programme and project management qualification or skills and experience (MSP or similar).
• Knowledge of local government and particularly transformational Government and efficiency agenda.
• Relevant change management qualification or skills and experience (Prosci or similar).
• Experience of using Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, MS Project, MS Visio, PowerPoint.

Our Area

Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.

We're home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. The borough has a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.

If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Lewis Borges, Head of Customer Experience and Change at [e-mail] (Strictly no agencies).

Closing date: Sunday 25th January 2026 at 11pm

Interview date: W/C 26th January 2026

Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful. Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.

If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.

Successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre‑employment checks.

Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.

Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.

We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.

Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

How to apply

Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.