Swansea - one day per week working from home. About the job Job description

Do you have a thirst for project management and unlocking the power of data? If you are able combine your analytical skills with project management experience to support the delivery of our expert resourcing services to the Department for Transport, we would like to hear from you. 
We are looking for a motivated and experienced senior team member who can influence our transformation to an efficient and respected central resourcing team. You will oversee the launch of new initiatives, undertake analysis of the impact and efficiency of current initiatives, while directing the collection and use of data. 

About the role 

This role sits on our senior management team for the Department for Transport Resourcing Group (DRG) and has line management responsibility.
As an experienced Project Manager, you will research, recommend and implement processes that help support the growth and change of our service offering. These changes led by you, will impact HR and Policy Managers across the Department, with consultation and planning needed to deliver this change in a structured manner. 
You will manage our Management Information (MI) team, who capture and report on our recruitment campaign success stories. This will provide you and your team the opportunity to highlight any areas of development so they can be addressed going forward and influence key stakeholders at a strategic level. 

As part of the role, you will be responsible for the co-ordination of the activities required to meet our statutory requirements with regards to governance and transparency. In addition, you will develop and manage productive relationships with our suppliers and support delivery, managing the commercial contract putting in place effective mechanisms to hold suppliers to account for the quality of the work done and their performance.
Technology in our Department is shifting rapidly to support more flexible ways of working and it is important that the group adapt to deliver services in the ways which mangers expect; this position is expected to horizon scan digital developments to enable teams to work smarter. There are numerous systems in place which need to be maintained and improved in appropriate ways and we would like you to set the direction. 

About you 

You will come with strong project management delivery skills, with the confidence to manage project lifecycles. You will have experience of managing and leading projects and project teams, setting project controls, design the project structure and appropriate delivery methodologies. Your exceptional communication and relationship building skills will enable you to support our stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, to effectively plan for the changes which are to be implemented. Your management reporting skills will enable you to manage and develop your team who are responsible for data capture, reporting and maintaining or improving systems. You will also come with experience of working within a heavily governed commercial environment bringing effective governance, supplier relationship management and decision-making skills. Above all we are looking for you to have a positive and flexible attitude demonstrating professionalism and inclusion across the team. 

About us 

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team based in Swansea. We are committed to working with our colleagues across the Department, providing staffing solutions across a variety of roles. We offer a flexible and supportive working environment that includes career development opportunities. 

We are part of the Department for Transport (DfT). DfT is a great place to work, and our ‘one team’ approach really makes a difference. We value our staff and that’s why we’re committed to nurturing an inclusive environment across the Department. 

You’ll be part of an innovative organisation that invests in all our people, ensuring we have the diverse skills to deliver transport that moves Britain ahead now and into the future. 

Find out more about what it's like working at the Department for Transport. 

DfT has been recognised for its leadership on workplace gender equality by being included in The Times Top 50 Employers for Women 2017. 

DfT’s inclusion is recognition of our commitment to make the Department a great place to work through our culture of equality and inclusivity and the great strides we’ve made to raise the number of women in senior positions.

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Changing and Improving
• Managing a Quality Service
• Making Effective Decisions
• Seeing the Big Picture
• Communicating and Influencing

Technical skills

We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• Project Delivery Capability Framework

Benefits Pensions

Civil Service pension schemes may be available for successful candidates.

Benefits

Being part of our brilliant Civil Service means you will have access to a wide range of fantastic benefits. We offer generous annual leave, attractive pension options, flexible working, inclusive working environments and much more to support a healthy work/life balance.

Things you need to know Security

Successful candidates must pass basic security checks.

Nationality statement

Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality rules.

If you're applying for a role requiring security clearance please be aware that foreign or dual nationality is not an automatic bar. However certain posts may have restrictions which could affect those who do not have sole British nationality or who have personal connections with certain countries outside the UK.

Selection process details

This vacancy is using Success Profiles, and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.

Technical - Please review the attached Project Delivery Framework, you will be assessed against Project Manager 2 SEO grade roles and responsibilities. 

The selection process will be designed specifically for the role. As a result, your assessment will include: 
• an interview and presentation 

The Department for Transport alongside other Government Departments recruit using Success Profiles. This means for each role we consider what you will need to demonstrate in order to be successful. This gives us the best possible chance of finding the right person for the job, drives up performance and improves diversity and inclusivity. For further information on Success Profiles please click here 

Your interview may consist of a range of question types. These may include questions about: 
• how you would manage situations relevant to the role 
• your previous experience 
• your professional skills and knowledge 

You’re encouraged to become familiar with the role profile, as you may be assessed against any of the criteria recorded within. 

The application process will involve you completing a CV and Personal Statement. Within your CV and Personal Statement please provide detailed evidence of: 
• Your experience of managing and leading projects and project teams, setting project controls, design the project structure and appropriate delivery methodologies. 
• Working with key stakeholders to support the roll out of change, managing relationships, risk, governance and implementation. 
• Working with data to influence and support decision making 

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Nationality requirements

Open to UK, Commonwealth and European Economic Area (EEA) and certain non EEA nationals. Further information on whether you are able to apply is available here.

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.

We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles.

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a guaranteed interview scheme (GIS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Apply and further information Contact point for applicants

For further information on this vacancy please contact - [email protected]

Sift/interview dates and location

The sift is due to take place w/c 29th July 

Interview/assessment will be held w/c 26th August 

We will try to meet the dates set out in the advert. There may be occasions when these dates will change. You will be provided with sufficient notice of the confirmed dates. 

If successful and transferring from another Government Department a security check may be carried out. 

Further information

We have adopted anonymised recruitment. This means that your name, date of birth and other personal details will not be seen by the sift panel. 

We may hold a merit list for up to twelve months. During this time, if a similar role is identified and you have been placed on the merit list you may be considered for the post. Within the merit list period, your application form and selection information may be shared across the department and its agencies. 

Please see attached candidate notes for further information about our recruitment process. 

Reasonable adjustment 

If a person with disabilities is put at a substantial disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes. 
If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should: 
Contact Government Recruitment Service via [email protected] as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs 

Complete the “Assistance required” section in the “Additional requirements” page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if you’re deaf, a Language Service Professional 

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 applicant’s details held on the IFD will be refused employment. 

If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact 

Government Recruitment Services via email: [email protected] 

If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: 
Click here to visit Civil Service Commission 

Any move to the Department for Transport (DfT) will mean you will no longer be able to carry on claiming childcare vouchers.