Assistant Director of EPMO

Job Description

Please note this is a hybrid role with 50% office attance per month. Successful candidate can be based in any of the following offices: BS1 6EH, CV1 2GN, GU1 4LZ, LS11 9AT, L3 1BP, NE4 5BZ, CB24 3EN, M3 5AXAssistant Director of EPMOApplication closing date: 01/08/23 at 23:59A bit about the role...The Chief Operating Office is a newly formed directorate in Homes England; it is the engine room’ and spine of the organisation and provides a range of services that support both operational and change delivery across the organisation.Having recognised the need for an effective Portfolio Management function to connect the Agency’s project delivery to its strategic objectives, the COO is now establishing a new Enterprise Portfolio Management Office and is looking for an Assistant Directorto head up this new function.The Assistant Director of the EPMO will play a critical role in supporting Amy Pritchard, the Director of Enterprise Portfolio & Change, in establishing this new function and in providing visible and effective leadership across the Enterprise Portfolio,to ensure successful delivery of the organisations strategic objectives. This is a rare opportunity to join the new EPMO in its mobilisation phase and to help shape both its future and the future of Change Delivery in a fast growing, national organisationwith real social purpose. The successful candidate will be joining a newly formed, small, but enthusiastic team who are committed to building a successful new EPMO function and making a positive impact in terms of how the Agency delivers Change.A bit about you… This role will suit a change professional with extensive experience of leading EPMO’s in large, complex and fast paced organisations where changes are often multifaceted and delivered via a range of different methodologies.You will be used to "spinning several plates" at once and will always be looking for ways to improve and innovate. Youll be comfortable in tackling complex issues and operating in an environment of uncertainty and continual change, where the ability toadapt at pace will be key. Above all, you will have extensive experience in establishing EPMO’s and improving delivery maturity in organisations, with an exceptional ability to inspire, motivate and drive people towards achieving common goals.You will be comfortable managing colleagues and stakeholders at a senior level, and able to build strong networks across the organisation and project delivery community, working in a collaborative, inclusive way. You will be committed to role modelling andliving our values and behaviours in everything you do.Who are we Homes EnglandThe Housing and Regeneration AgencyWe believe that affordable, quality homes in well-designed places are key to improving people’s lives. As the government’s housing and regeneration agency, we create thriving new places and transform urban areas, combining the full breadth of our powers,expertise, land, capital and influence to bring investment to communities and get more homes built.How We form long-term partnerships that bridge the gap between the public and private sector to meet local needs and aspirations. We use our influence to champion the creation of sustainable homes, communities and places that are brilliantly designed forthe people that live there now, and in the future. And we use our funding and support to build a more resilient, diverse and innovative housing sector, helping new entrants in the market, encouraging modern methods of construction and design, and promotingthe utmost attention to building safety.Together with our partners, we’re accelerating the pace of house building, remediation and regeneration across the country, as we seek to deliver ever more affordable homes in places people are proud to call home for generations to come.What we offer... As well as a competitive salary and 33 days annual leave, we are committed to hybrid working. We’ll support you, wherever possible, so that you don’t miss out on what matters to you.If you ever need a bit of extra help, we have a great employee assistance programme, financial wellbeing support and access to many great discounts with leading high street names.Our range of network groups are also there to support you to be yourself at work and play a key role in helping shape our future.If you are a member of a professional body, we’ll pay for your membership and once you get your digital kit, you’ll be good to go.Please note this is a hybrid role with 50% office attandance requirement per month. Successfull candidate can be based in any of the following offices: BS1 6EH, CV1 2GN, GU1 4LZ, LS11 9AT, L3 1BP, NE4 5BZ, CB24 3EN, M3 5AXHomes England are a geographically diverse community. We were all working from homeduring the pandemic and have since moved to a hybrid model, moving back into our office environments and utilising our space and time together in the most conducive way.We would encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early should we receive a high number of applications.We also encourage you to apply using the full application option as opposed to quick apply, this is especially important if you would like to indicate to us that you would like to be considered under the disability confident scheme.If your application is shortlisted to interview we will require you to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage

Keyskills :
Portfolio ManagementProject ManagementTransformPMOAssistant Directing