Programme Delivery Lead
Programme Delivery Lead
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Job Description
We are currently looking for aProgramme Delivery Lead to join ourStrategic Programme Deliveryfunction within the Enablement group.
Please note this opportunity is currently only available to those working within the Civil Service. Applications from non-Civil Servants may not be reviewed and may be rejected.
We have two full-time opportunities one on a permanent basis and one on a fixed term contract for a period of 6 months which existing civil servants can apply for on a loan basis. All roles will be appointed on a merit order basis. Please indicate in the application question which role you are applying for. The roles will be based in 10 South Colonnade Canary Wharf London E14 4PU. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas.We are open to requests for flexible working. Please discuss this with the recruiting manager before accepting an appointment.
Government departments and agencies are working towards implementing a minimum 60% attendance in office sites. We are currently implementing a flexible hybrid way of working with a minimum of 8 days per month working on site to enable the collaboration and contact with partners and stakeholders needed to deliver MHRA business. Attendance on site is driven by business needs so depending on the nature of the role this can flex up to 12 days a month with the remainder of time worked either remotely or in the office. Some roles will need to be on site more regularly.
Who are we
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices underpinned by science and research.
Strategic Programme Delivery oversees the governance and performance of programmes and projects that are delivering strategic change for the Agency ensuring compliance to standards and best practice for programme and project delivery. The team is responsible for managing service transformation execution change delivery performance financial performance benefits and risk performance for these programmes and projects. The team are responsible for ensuring projects realise the benefits of our Operating Model and drive modernisation automation and risk proportionality throughout the Agency. Furthermore it will develop and build the capability to deliver a culture of continuous improvement through further phases of growth. It is also responsible for alignment with the strategic change objectives of the agency and plays a critical role in bringing all key stakeholders into the journey so that they are represented and understand the vision for the Agency.
This role will support the Head of Strategic Programme Management to drive the Agencys activities associated with delivering new transformed services across the agency. You will manage delivery progress interdependencies benefits realisation risks and issues. The role will focus on a defined set of interdependent projects with accountability for successful delivery of programme governance and assurance monitoring progress and benefits managing programme level risks and ensuring the business readiness for change milestones.
Key Responsibilities
Planning and Scheduling Ensure systems are in place to enable effective planning and scheduling.
Monitoring and Reporting Manage project controls reporting on the project status. Develop project performance reports.
Governance Support Ensure organisational tasks are carried out efficiently. Manage compliance of the project with Departmental Security Health & Safety Equality & Diversity Business Continuity and Business Planning.
Resources Responsible for identifying developing and deploying resources. Manage workforce planning providing information for effective decision making. Procurement of supplies and services related to project support within Delegated Financial Authority limits.
Stakeholders Manage and engage with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. Draft and sign-off correspondence.
Financial Control Manage project spend and contribute to the compilation of budgets. Contribute to the project business case.
Risks and Issues Lead potential risk areas working with others and escalating as appropriate.
Persons specification
Delivering at Pace Show a positive approach to keeping the whole teams efforts focused on the top priorities. Promote a culture of following the appropriate procedures to ensure results are achieved on time whilst still enabling innovation.
Managing a Quality Service Work with stakeholders to set priorities objectives and timescales. Identify risks and resolve issues efficiently.
Communicating and Influencing Communicate in a straightforward honest and engaging manner - choosing appropriate styles to maximise understanding and impact. Ensure communication has a clear purpose and takes into account peoples individual needs.
Working Together Encourage joined up teamwork within own team and across other groups. Establish professional relationships with a range of stakeholders. Collaborate with these to share information resources and support. Operate flexibly as part of a team encouraging feedback and seeking the views of others.
Experience Demonstrable experience of operating independently and managing conflicting priorities while delivering to deadline but can also operate flexibly as part of a team and encourages feedback and the views of others.
Experience - Demonstrable experience of delivering communications in a straightforward honest and engaging manner choosing appropriate styles to maximise understanding and impact.
Technical- A demonstrable track record of project management skills with the ability to lead projects involving cross organisational and external team members. Ability to anticipate potential risks handle any unanticipated problems and develop and communicate creative solutions to achieve successful resolution whilst delivering a high standard of customer service.
If you would like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity please read our Job Description and Person Specification!
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The selection process:
We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidatesfind out more here.
Online application form including questions based on theBehaviour Experience and Technical Success Profiles.Please ensure all application questions are completed in full; your application may not be considered if any responses are left blank. Our applications are CV blind and our Hiring Managers will not be able to access your CV when reviewing your application.
Interview which can include questions based on theBehaviour Experience Technical and Strengths Success Profiles.
In the instance that we receive a high number of applications we will hold an initial sift based on the lead criteria candidates have ademonstrable track record of project management skills with the ability to lead projects involving cross organisational and external team members. Ability to anticipate potential risks handle any unanticipated problems and develop and communicate creative solutions to achieve successful resolution whilst delivering a high standard of customer service.
Applicants are assessed on whether they meet any mandatory requirements as well as the necessary skills and experience for the role. Applications are scored based on the competency-based answers provided- ensure you have read these thoroughly and allowsufficienttime. You can view the competencies for this role in the job description.
Use of AI in Job Applications
Applicants must ensure that anything submitted is factually accurate and truthful. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others or generated by artificial intelligence as your own.
If you require any disability related adjustments at any point during the process please contact as soon as possible.
Closing date:22nd September 2025
Shortlisting date: week commencing 23rd September 2025
Interview date: expected to be 1st or 3rd October 2025
Candidates will be contacted within a week of the sift and the interviews completed to inform them of the outcome.
If you need assistance applying for this role or have any other questionsplease contact
Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality information on whether you are able to apply is availablehere.
Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check as well as animal rights and pro-life activism checks. People working with government assets must completebasic personnel security standard checks.
Applicants who are successful at interview will be as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicants details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government.
Any move to the MHRA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibilityhere.
Successful candidates may be subject to annual Occupational Health reviews dependent on role requirements. If you have any queries please contact.
In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointmenton the basis ofmerit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint you should firstly contact Florentina OleylamiHead of Talent Acquisition.
If you are not satisfied with the response you receive you can contact the Civil Service Commission at:
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Employment Type
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