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Head of strategic programmes

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The role: Jisc is undertaking a significant strategic investment programme (circa £300m over four years) to enhance the critical network and cyber security infrastructure and services that support the UK's research, education and innovation sectors.   As Head of Strategic Programmes, you will be responsible for leading the successful delivery of this complex transformation programme, ensuring robust governance, effective stakeholder engagement, strong financial control and the realisation of strategic benefits.   You'll drive the end-to-end delivery of initiatives that modernise network architecture and technology, improve resilience and service performance, introduce automation and orchestration capabilities, and embed a forward-thinking operating model. In doing so, you'll help enable the next generation of digital services and capabilities for our customers. Working closely with colleagues, customers, partners and stakeholders across and beyond Jisc, you'll build strong relationships, align priorities, and ensure that critical information is communicated effectively throughout the programme lifecycle. You'll be accountable for coordinating multiple interconnected workstreams spanning technical, operational, commercial and stakeholder activity. Using your leadership, strategic thinking and programme delivery expertise, you'll ensure successful outcomes that meet customer needs and support Jisc's long-term strategic ambitions. What you’ll be doing: Programme Leadership & Delivery

Own and deliver the Janet and cyber security transformation programmes from initiation through to benefit realisation, aligning programme phases and milestones with investment plans and strategic priorities. Drive and support individual projects within the overarching programmes.

Stakeholder Management

Manage complex stakeholder expectations and resolve conflicts effectively.

Technical & Network Transformation Oversight

Oversee the evolution of large-scale network infrastructure ensuring alignment with emerging technologies (e.g. automation, network observability, security improvements).

Commercial & Supplier Management

Oversee contracts, procurement activities, and supplier performance.

Risk, Governance & Assurance

Identify and manage programme risks, issues, and dependencies.

Financial Management

Ensure robust financial governance and reporting.

Change & Transformation

Drive organisational change associated with network transformation.

  What we are looking for:

Significant experience leading large-scale, strategic transformation programmes. A track record of delivering complex programmes involving multiple stakeholders and suppliers. Expertise in programme governance, assurance, risk and financial management. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, including engagement at executive level. Demonstrable experience delivering organisational change and benefits realisation. An in-depth understanding of work management methodologies including MSP, PRINCE2 and Agile. Current or previously qualified MSP practitioner.

  Don’t meet every single requirement? We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they think they can’t tick every box, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet 100% of the requirements, but if you feel this role is perfect for you. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!   Hybrid working: Specific patterns for working in the office are not mandated, and the frequency of time worked in the office is agreed with your manager. Meeting in person is something we value, so you may need to travel on occasion to any of our hub offices.   Why work for us? At Jisc, every role is meaningful, and every individual is valued. We foster a culture of continuous learning and personal growth, offering opportunities to develop new skills and make a real impact in education and research. With a strong focus on work-life balance, we embrace flexible working that prioritises outcomes over hours, empowering you to create a rhythm that energises both your professional and personal life.   Our Guiding Principles: Jisc’s culture is powered by our four guiding principles: putting customers first, driving innovation, creating impact, and championing inclusive collaboration to deliver sustainable outcomes and shape a better future.   Discover the amazing benefits we provide! Here’s what you can look forward to:

Flexible work pattern, which can adapt to suit your schedules and personal commitments 31 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) that includes three closure days over Christmas Buy up to an additional 5 days leave during the flexible benefits window Generous flexible pension schemes A range of wellbeing lifestyle benefits including company paid health care cash plan, mental health first aiders and support A company culture of continuous learning with access to thousands of LinkedIn Learning courses, and lots of resources and opportunities to support your development Allocated allowance of up to £250 to equip your home office Financial well-being support including access to preferential loan and savings plans, mortgage advice, will writing tools and support and resources to help you make the most of your money A wide range of discounts and cashback from retailers and big-name high-street stores Family friendly policies including enhanced parental, maternity and paternity and co-parental leave as well as opportunity for career breaks Support your volunteering with up to 3 days volunteer leave

  Equity, diversity and inclusion: Jisc believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive culture that welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging.   We work hard to create an equitable experience for our candidates and workforce which embraces all aspects of their identity including race and ethnicity, religion and belief, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, trans identities, age, class, disability, neurodivergence, or veteran status.   Application process: Please let us know how we can best accommodate you throughout the recruitment process. We’re committed to making our process accessible and comfortable for everyone - just tell us what works best for you.   Interested? Don’t leave it too late to apply. We may close the vacancy early once we’ve received enough applications.    Just so you know, we review CVs as soon as we can and aim to provide an update on your application within 4 weeks of receiving it.  However, you may hear from us a lot sooner, so please keep an eye out for our emails or calls!    We’re really looking forward to getting to know the real you. While we encourage the use of AI tools to help you get started on your CV or cover letter, we encourage you to review your application before submitting. Make sure it truly reflects your own voice, experiences, and personality.   If you are currently a Jisc employee, please apply through your Dayforce Employee profile.   We have a thorough background screening process that verifies the details you share with us in your CV and your application. Any inaccurate information supplied during the application stages can lead to a job offer being withdrawn.    Sponsorship: Jisc has an active sponsor licence to recruit on a Skilled worker visa basis. Candidates wishing to apply who require sponsorship should determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant Home Office criteria. Jisc does not offer any financial re-imbursement towards the applicant costs, such as re-location, skilled worker visa and dependant costs or the immigration health charge.     No agencies please.           #INDHP  

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