Transformation Project Manager

Oldham Council; Oldham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking an experienced Transformation Project Manager to oversee projects aimed at improving health and wellbeing within Oldham. This role involves engaging with stakeholders and managing delivery in the Greater Manchester Live Well Programme. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, particularly in the public sector, and a commitment to community welfare.

Benefits

25 days annual leave, increasing with service

Option to purchase additional annual leave

Attractive pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Staff recognition and celebration events

Wellbeing support programs

Qualifications

• Experience of managing and delivering complex transformation projects.
• Strong communication skills to engage with stakeholders.
• Understanding of delivering service change in the public sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead key projects within the Greater Manchester Live Well Programme.
• Engage with stakeholders to ensure project deliverables.
• Identify risks and drive innovation in project management.

Skills

Project management

Communication and influencing skills

Knowledge of AGILE, PRINCE2, or MSP

Collaboration

Job description

You’ll lead and support a range of projects that form part of our Live Well Programme, ensuring they are delivered on time, on budget and with a focus on benefits realisation. From building project plans and engaging stakeholders, to identifying risks and driving innovation, this role will put your skills and experience to the test in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

Responsibilities

• A track record of managing and delivering complex transformation projects
• Strong communication and influencing skills to work with a wide range of stakeholders
• Experience of delivering behavioural and service change in a public sector context
• Knowledge of project management methodologies such as AGILE (preferred), PRINCE2 or MSP
• A collaborative mindset, and the ability to turn vision into action
• You’ll be part of a passionate and supportive team that is committed to making Oldham a place where people live well for longer

About the role

Are you an experienced project manager with a passion for delivering change that improves lives? Oldham Council is looking for a talented and driven Transformation Project Manager to lead the delivery of key projects within the Greater Manchester Live Well Programme, a place-based, preventative approach that puts people and communities at the heart of health and wellbeing.

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of prevention and early intervention in Oldham. Working at the heart of our Transformation team, and in partnership with colleagues across health, care, and the wider system, you'll manage complex projects that span services and drive real impact. We want Oldham to have vibrant, safe neighbourhoods where people are proud to live with opportunities for healthier, more fulfilled lives; and a sustainable, thriving economy. We've identified three missions with our residents and partners, focusing on what will deliver the biggest impact: A Great Place to Live, Healthier, Happier Lives, and Green and Growing.

Values and behaviours

• Work with a resident focus
• Support local leaders
• Committed to the borough
• Delivery high performance
• Take ownership and drive change

You can find out more about our values and behaviours on our greater.jobs Oldham page.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave which increases after 5 and 10-years' service
• The option to purchase additional annual leave
• An attractive LGPS benefit pension scheme with the option to make shared cost additional voluntary contributions
• Discounted gym membership with Oldham Active
• Staff discount scheme for shopping, entertainment, eating-out, eating-in, travel, motoring and more
• Salary sacrifice scheme for home and electronics and Cycle to Work
• Wellbeing support, including a Mental Health First Aider network and an Employment Assistance Programme that provides 24 hours access to advice and support
• Staff recognition and celebration events
• Peer support groups

Inclusive Recruitment

We work closely with employees to help them work at their best, including making adjustments such as flexible working, describing available working patterns, providing equipment or making changes to the workplace. If you're an applicant with disabilities and have previously been in or currently in care, a carer or someone who has served in the Armed Forces and you meet the essential criteria of the role, you are guaranteed to reach the first stage of assessment under our Guaranteed Assessment Scheme.