Strategic Programs Director, Public Sector Transformation

London Borough of Newham; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 77,610 - 98,436; Full time

Job summary

London Borough of Newham is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Strategy to lead a high performing team within the Strategy, Policy and Communications Department. You will drive long-term priorities, align corporate priorities and performance frameworks, and work with elected Members, partners and residents to deliver meaningful improvements.

The role requires strong political awareness, data-driven decision making and excellent influencing skills.

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification or equivalent.
• Extensive experience in leading corporate strategy and policy development.
• Proven track record delivering organisational transformation and service improvement.
• Strong understanding of local government operations, governance and political landscape.
• Exceptional strategic thinking and analytical skills to translate data into actionable plans.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of the Council’s corporate strategy, planning and performance frameworks.
• Ensure robust governance and data-driven decision making across departments.
• Drive continuous improvement, Best Value and service excellence.
• Influence and engage elected Members, partners, residents and staff to deliver priorities.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Policy development

Data-driven decision making

Influencing and stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Governance

Public sector knowledge

Education

Degree level qualification or equivalent

Job description

London Borough of Newham is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Strategy to lead a high performing team within the Strategy, Policy and Communications Department. You will drive long-term priorities, align corporate priorities and performance frameworks, and work with elected Members, partners and residents to deliver meaningful improvements.

The role requires strong political awareness, data-driven decision making and excellent influencing skills.