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Joining our Adults’ and Children’s Services Transformation Team, as a Project Manager, you'll lead and deliver high-profile transformational programmes and initiatives that improve services and outcomes for our communities. Our Project Managers may be assigned to lead any workstream, project, or programme identified as a priority by the directorate or wider organisation. What you’ll do: • Lead and manage strategic projects and programmes across the directorate, delivering structured change using recognised project management methodologies., • Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships and ensure effective communication throughout the project lifecycle., • Support workstream leads and maintain robust project controls, including RAID logs, resource tracking, and cost monitoring., • Prepare and lead project boards and team meetings, producing high-quality reports and presentations to communicate progress and outcomes., • Develop and oversee implementation plans, including PID reviews and performance modelling., • Strong understanding of change management, service design, and process improvement., • Proven project or programme delivery experience working in complex environments and managing diverse stakeholders., • Ability to lead change and help people adapt to new ways of working., • Excellent communication and presentation skills., • Strong leadership, analytical, and digital skills., • A positive, self-motivated attitude and commitment to organisational values., • Work in a collaborative, supportive environment committed to making a positive impact., • Benefit from supportive development opportunities that enhance your skills and knowledge and support your career progression., • Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance., • Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Applicants can expect to hear from us within one week of the advertised closing date. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

The Hampshire Countryside Service plays a vital role in protecting and enhancing the natural environment, rich in biodiversity, heritage, and opportunities for recreation and wellbeing. The service is responsible for the management of 80 sites, 71 heritage features, 1,380ha of grassland, 1,524ha of woodland, 112ha of heathland, 225ha of wetland, five country parks, two farm attractions and almost 3,000 miles of rights of way. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Programme Manager to lead the strategic coordination and delivery of our capital programme, valued at over £2.5 million annually. What you’ll do: You’ll manage the full programme lifecycle - from funding to delivery, ensuring robust governance, effective resource allocation, and high-quality outcomes. This is a key role within the Countryside Service, leading a project team and working closely with internal colleagues and external partners to oversee projects that improve and protect Hampshire’s natural environment, keep the rights of way network open and working and develop the visitor offer at our Country Parks. This role is primarily office-based with occasional travel to countryside sites across Hampshire. You will be required to travel to various locations within Hampshire (and the Isle of Wight or other local authority), and it is essential that you have a current drivers’ licence and access to a reliable vehicle on a regular basis. What we’re looking for: We’re looking for someone who brings: • A collaborative leadership style and proven experience managing multidisciplinary teams., • Proven experience managing complex programmes or multiple projects., • Strong governance and assurance skills, with a focus on continuous improvement., • Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing abilities. Why join us? We offer a great employment benefits package, which includes: • A competitive salary and generous pension scheme., • Flexible working arrangements and a hybrid working model., • Opportunities for professional development and training.