Strategic Refugee Resettlement & Planning Lead

West Sussex County Council; Chichester; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking an experienced Delivery Manager to lead the Refugee Resettlement and Migration Service. You will oversee teams, ensure excellent customer service, and drive initiatives to support refugees. The role requires strategic thinking, project management skills, and an ability to manage change effectively. A generous salary package and benefits are included. The position is hybrid, based in Chichester or Crawley.

Benefits

Excellent local government pension scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Flexible working options

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experienced delivery manager capable of managing multiple teams.
• Proven record of setting up new initiatives and project managing.
• Adept at strategic planning and influencing stakeholder decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team through periods of change and implement new workstreams.
• Provide high-quality line management and mentorship.
• Drive service improvement and support delivery of wrap-around assistance.

Skills

Delivery management

Cross-directorate collaboration

Strategic thinking

Process improvement

Job description

A local government authority is seeking an experienced Delivery Manager to lead the Refugee Resettlement and Migration Service. You will oversee teams, ensure excellent customer service, and drive initiatives to support refugees. The role requires strategic thinking, project management skills, and an ability to manage change effectively. A generous salary package and benefits are included. The position is hybrid, based in Chichester or Crawley.