PMO Analyst B3
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Job Summary
This opportunity is only open to applicants who are currently Priority Movers. Applications from individuals not currently on the Priority Mover list will be rejected and not considered.
Digital infrastructure is critical national infrastructure and is central to economic and societal resilience. It must be capable of meeting the current and future needs of business and society including providing fair and equitable access to connectivity so all of our people and businesses can benefit from being online. Effective digital connectivity can ensure that our rural and islands communities are an integral part of the economic social and environmental wellbeing of Scotland.
You will play a key supporting role in the delivery of high-profile digital infrastructure programmes within the Digital Connectivity Division including Reaching 100% (R100) and Project Gigabit in Scotland (PGiS) broadband programmes.
This role within the Portfolio Management Office (PMO) team will be responsible for providing a broad range of high-quality project programme and portfolio support and functions adding value at all points as well as leading across a range of areas including portfolio governance financial management and continuous improvement activities.
As a senior member of the PMO team you will provide leadership and help set priorities that align with divisional business objectives. You will build and maintain strong credible relationships with key stakeholders across the programmes and the wider Digital Connectivity Division promoting best practice and ensuring consistent delivery.
This role requires strong analytical capability excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the confidence to work proactively in a fastpaced environment.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities
- Leading the PMO Governance function which includes:
- Oversight and continuous improvement of the overall governance structure and supporting divisional management team to enable robust decision making
- Leading the team in the planning and preparation of the Programme and Portfolio delivery boards providing a high-quality product for Boards providing secretariat function where applicable and ensuring that decisions and actions are progressed appropriately
- Leading the DivisionalFinancial Management processes including:
- Overseeing the financial services of the PMO which include working with budget holders to develop robust projections and monitoring spend to inform divisional and corporate finance reporting processes. This includes a lead role in commissions such as spending reviews and year end processes;
- Leading the monthly Finance Management meeting comprised of senior members of staff;
- Overseeing investment proposals to ensure appropriate approvals are received for new spend and
- Acting as an escalation for payment process queries
- ProvidingPMO leadership to ad-hoc cross-cutting projects ensuring PPM principles are applied;
- Supporting the PMO Manager in themanagement of contracts ensuring they drive value for money and services are optimised to deliver objectives
- Oversight ofresource management activities including providing analysis on spend to the Senior Leadership Team when required
This role sits within a flexible B3 cadre able to support and adapt across all aspects of portfolio and programme management. You will also be expected to take on activities such as planning risk and issue management continuous improvement procurement reporting and other PPM tasks (as outlined in Digital Connectivitys PMO Service Provision and PPM Toolkit) providing support across all programmes as required.
Qualifications
Working pattern
This role is a temporary position with an expected commitment of 6 months.
How to Apply
Applications for this position will only be accepted from substantive B3 employees.
Please submit your CV and a statement outlining your suitability for the role relevant skills and experience and what you would bring to the team (maximum 500 words).
Vacancies close at 12:00pm on Monday 30 March 2026.
Selection Process
All applicants will be invited to an informal discussion.
Informal discussion dates tbc.
Further Information
Required Experience:
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