Digital Programme Manager
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 15 Rhagfyr 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £69,986.00 i £76,852.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 11 Ionawr 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Winchester, Hampshire |
| Gweithio o bell: | Hybrid - gweithio o bell hyd at 2 ddiwrnod yr wythnos |
| Cwmni: | Winchester City Council |
| Math o swydd: | Dros dro |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 1889 |
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Closing date: Sunday 11 January 2026
Interview date: TBC
Contract Type: Full Time / Fixed Term (2 years)
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter (max 2 sides of A4) explaining how you meet the requirements to hrrecruitment@winchester.gov.uk
About Us
Winchester City Council is a forward-thinking authority committed to delivering exceptional services and investing in our people. Through our Transformation programme, we are reshaping how we work to meet future challenges and deliver better outcomes for our communities. Digital transformation is at the heart of this journey, and we are also embarking on a significant Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) programme. This will bring opportunities to modernise services, integrate systems, and create a new digitally empowered organisation that makes it easy for customers to access services online, while ensuring tailored support for those who need it most.
We are seeking an experienced and visionary Digital Programme Manager to lead this critical work.
The Role
As Digital Programme Manager, you will turn our Digital Vision and Strategy into reality. You will lead the delivery of a portfolio of digital projects that streamline operations, enhance customer experience, and enable a digitally confident workforce.
You will:
- Drive the digital transformation programme, ensuring projects deliver agreed outcomes, benefits, and timelines.
- Act as the technical lead for digital, bridging services and IT infrastructure.
- Support Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) by implementing digital solutions and embedding new ways of working.
- Champion Agile and Lean practices, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Produce robust business cases with clear ROI and resource implications.
- Lead horizon scanning for emerging technologies and best practice.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has extensive experience in digital programme delivery within complex stakeholder environments. - Brings strong knowledge of digital technologies (cloud, data analytics, AI, CRM) and digital service standards (e.g., GDS principles). - Is an inspiring leader who can coach teams, influence senior stakeholders, and embed cultural change. - Demonstrates resilience, strategic thinking, and the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
We offer an excellent package of benefits including:
Employer paid health cash plan
Salary sacrifice scheme for cars and bikes
27 days annual leave per year rising to 35 days - dependent on length of service
13 days additional flexi leave per year (subject to operational requirements)
Option to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave
Free parking (during work hours) at any Winchester Park and Ride
Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme
Discounts at a range of major high street brands and the two leisure centres in the district
Season Ticket loans
Excellent working environment
Support for continuous professional development
If you are passionate about driving digital innovation and want to make a real impact in local government at a pivotal moment for the sector, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help shape the future of our area.
For an informal discussion, contact Amy Tranah, Corporate Head of Programme – Transformation on 01962 848390 or atranah@winchester.gov.uk.
Interview date: TBC
Contract Type: Full Time / Fixed Term (2 years)
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter (max 2 sides of A4) explaining how you meet the requirements to hrrecruitment@winchester.gov.uk
About Us
Winchester City Council is a forward-thinking authority committed to delivering exceptional services and investing in our people. Through our Transformation programme, we are reshaping how we work to meet future challenges and deliver better outcomes for our communities. Digital transformation is at the heart of this journey, and we are also embarking on a significant Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) programme. This will bring opportunities to modernise services, integrate systems, and create a new digitally empowered organisation that makes it easy for customers to access services online, while ensuring tailored support for those who need it most.
We are seeking an experienced and visionary Digital Programme Manager to lead this critical work.
The Role
As Digital Programme Manager, you will turn our Digital Vision and Strategy into reality. You will lead the delivery of a portfolio of digital projects that streamline operations, enhance customer experience, and enable a digitally confident workforce.
You will:
- Drive the digital transformation programme, ensuring projects deliver agreed outcomes, benefits, and timelines.
- Act as the technical lead for digital, bridging services and IT infrastructure.
- Support Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) by implementing digital solutions and embedding new ways of working.
- Champion Agile and Lean practices, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Produce robust business cases with clear ROI and resource implications.
- Lead horizon scanning for emerging technologies and best practice.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has extensive experience in digital programme delivery within complex stakeholder environments. - Brings strong knowledge of digital technologies (cloud, data analytics, AI, CRM) and digital service standards (e.g., GDS principles). - Is an inspiring leader who can coach teams, influence senior stakeholders, and embed cultural change. - Demonstrates resilience, strategic thinking, and the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
We offer an excellent package of benefits including:
Employer paid health cash plan
Salary sacrifice scheme for cars and bikes
27 days annual leave per year rising to 35 days - dependent on length of service
13 days additional flexi leave per year (subject to operational requirements)
Option to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave
Free parking (during work hours) at any Winchester Park and Ride
Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme
Discounts at a range of major high street brands and the two leisure centres in the district
Season Ticket loans
Excellent working environment
Support for continuous professional development
If you are passionate about driving digital innovation and want to make a real impact in local government at a pivotal moment for the sector, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help shape the future of our area.
For an informal discussion, contact Amy Tranah, Corporate Head of Programme – Transformation on 01962 848390 or atranah@winchester.gov.uk.
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