Senior Project Officer

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL; Winchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in England is seeking a Senior Project Officer to drive transformation in adult health and care services. The role involves supporting key programmes, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring project delivery. Candidates should have strong organisational skills and experience in project delivery, preferably in health or public sectors. The position offers flexible working and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Occupational sick pay

Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
• Pro-active and solution-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of transformation programmes in adults' health and care.
• Contribute to project planning, reporting, and governance.
• Collaborate with partners to implement innovative solutions.
• Monitor project progress and manage risks.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Solution-focused mindset

Experience in project delivery

Job description

Bring your experience and passion for improving adult health and care and children's services to a role where you can drive meaningful change. As aSenior Project Officerin our Adult and Children's Shared Services Transformation Team, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-impact programmes that enhance outcomes for adults across our communities. You’ll be at the heart of our transformation efforts - supporting the design, coordination, and delivery of strategic projects that shape the future of adult health and care and children's services.

What you’ll do:

• Support the delivery of key transformation programmes within Adults' Health and Care and Children's Services.
• Support project planning, reporting, and governance activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the directorate and wider partners, building strong relationships to help turn innovative ideas into practical solutions that deliver real impact.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and ensure projects deliver on time and within scope.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

What we’re looking for:

• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• A pro-active, solution-focused mindset with a passion for improving public services.
• Experience in project or programme delivery, ideally within health, care, or public sector settings.

Why join us:

• Be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team committed to making a positive impact.
• Contribute to some of the most exciting and meaningful work in adult health and care.
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance.
• Benefit from supportive development opportunities that enhance your skills and knowledge and support your career progression.
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• A competitive benefits package that includes generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details.

Please note:We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Other roles you may have experience of may include: Transformation Officer, Strategic Projects Officer, Service Improvement Lead, Service Improvement Officer, Project Delivery Specialist, Adult Services Transformation Officer, Transformation Programme Officer.