The Role
Post: Programme Management Office (PMO) Analyst
Salary: £41,653 per annum
Grade: FRS E
Salary range: £41,653- £49,754 per annum
Contract type: Fixed Term (Initially for 2 years with the possibility the contract may be extended or become permanent)
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Monday 05 June 2023 at 16:00 GMT
In early 2020, the London Fire Commissioner published the Transformation Delivery Plan (TDP) which set out the actions required to transform the organisation to address concerns raised by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) and the Grenfell Tower Inquiry (GTI) in late 2019. This marked the beginning of the organisation’s transformation journey and necessitated a restructure for the Transformation Directorate. This new structure will provide the capabilities and capacity the London Fire Brigade (LFB) requires to sustain transformative change across the Brigade, deliver the 2023 - 2029 Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP), which is our strategy and response to risk in London, and enable the LFB to provide the best possible service to London and Londoners.
One of the capabilities is a Portfolio Management function, which will consist of a pool of Project, Programme and Change Managers, the Programme Management Office (PMO), and a Portfolio Office, who together will support and enable the delivery of our Transformation Portfolio as articulated in the CRMP.
The PMO Analyst will support the PMO Manager in developing and managing portfolio, programme and project arrangements for the Brigade including establishing the delivery cycle the PMO will use to engage with the business, managing the training function of the PMO and developing and maintaining processes and standards to ensure that the Brigade is best placed to successfully manage change within the organisation.
They will be responsible for developing project analytics to monitor and measure project performance, maintain the Centre of Excellence (CoE) function within the PMO and assist in the provision of support and advice to project and programme managers.
Applicants will have to demonstrate a sound understanding of project and programme management methodologies. They will also have experience of working flexibly in a team and responding effectively to changing priorities to meet deadlines or targets.
PRINCE2 and P3O certifications are desirable, but not essential.
Ideally, we are looking for someone with a proven track record in this field with strong interpersonal skills and can communicate both verbally and in writing to a high standard to provide high quality written reports, briefs and presentations relating to the duties of the post as required. You can manage your time effectively and deputise for the PMO Manager as required.
Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. If you are unable to see the job description please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ to access the full advert.
To apply, please complete the online application, provide a cover letter clearly outlining the relevant experience, skills and knowledge you have to successfully perform this role (see the highlighted areas on job description below) and upload a copy of your up-to-date CV. Please note that we will review and score the cover letter based against the competencies highlighted on the Selection Criteria in the Job Description.
Benefits of working for LFB
• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Option Absence Scheme (which can result in an additional 12-day annual leave for staff at this grade)
• Flexible working including job share
• Welfare Scheme
• Use of Brigade Medical Adviser/physios
• Season ticket loans
• Equality Support Groups
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunity to access affordable accommodation
Assessment Overview
Stage 1
Online application, CV and cover letter (sift). Shortlisted candidates will be invited to stage 2.
Stage 2
Assessment for this role is due to take place from mid-June 2023. Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.
Please note: Should you be shortlisted you may need to be able to conduct an interview over Microsoft Teams (a video conferencing service). You will be asked to provide relevant contact details for that to take place if shortlisted.
Additional Information
Please ensure you give yourself enough time to complete and submit your application. Late or un-submitted applications cannot be accepted.
Please note any correspondence received from us will be via e-mail and sent to the address you provide on your application form.
We value the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across London. The London Fire Commissioner is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.
In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a basic criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences which are not spent under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory. Successful candidates should apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to get a copy of their criminal record and share the original disclosure certificate with the LFC. The check will only show convictions that are not ‘spent’. It will cost the successful candidates £23 (current charge) and usually takes up to 14 days.
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