Programme Support Officer

About the Role

Are you inspired by an opportunity to manage projects and programmes of work that will have a real impact on communities within the Liverpool City Region?

As a Programme Support Officer for the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority we will support your professional and career development, offering the opportunity to support a range of exciting and high profile projects across Transport, Transformation, Digital, Housing, Spatial Planning, Energy & Environment, Culture and Homelessness. You will support the delivery of projects to time, budget and standard, working as part of a team but also as an individual on your own initiative.

The role is based in the Delivery & Assurance Unit at the Combined Authority, which is central to the development and delivery of a diverse range of high-profile, large-scale projects and programmes.  We have developed a standardised project management framework, utilising industry recognised project management methodologies, tools and templates to ensure our projects are delivered consistently and to a high standard. Additionally, we operate a competency framework, to support learning and development across the team. We act as champions for the profession across the City Region and are passionate about delivering high quality projects for the City Region.

 

About the person

Working as one of our Programme Support Officers is a fantastic opportunity to kick-start a career in Project Management.  Mentored by one of our more established Project or Programme Managers, you will support the effective administration and monitoring of key projects and programmes.

We’re looking for someone with strong communication skills who can influence stakeholders and build relationships, can demonstrate financial awareness and budget management expertise, and can compile concise reports and briefing documents for audiences inside and outside the organisation. You’ll be highly methodical, understand the lifecycle of project delivery, and be a natural collaborator.

If you think you match the job description and our values then click on the link to apply, indicating how you meet the person specification.

 

About the organisation

The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.

The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.

 

Staff benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%
• Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days
• Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner
• Flexible and hybrid working
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service
• Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning

 

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all candidates who met the essential criteria in the job description and who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.