We’re looking for an organised, proactive and collaborative Programme Assistant to join our Programme Office and provide high-quality support across a portfolio of strategic programmes.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, coordinating information, supporting programme delivery and building strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
You’ll work closely with Programme and Project Managers, Directors, delivery partners and local organisations to help ensure programmes are well managed, monitored and delivered effectively.
?? About the role
As Programme Assistant, you will provide essential administrative and programme support, helping to ensure the smooth operation and effective implementation of our programmes.
You will:
?? Support programme monitoring and reporting, including programme plans, risks, issues, outputs, outcomes, budgets and cashflow.
??? Maintain accurate corporate systems, records and programme documentation.
?? Support monitoring and evaluation activity, including collating, analysing and reporting information.
?? Monitor and report on programme spend and cashflow projections.
?? Build effective working relationships with Programme and Project Managers, delivery partners, stakeholders and local organisations.
? Support the implementation of the Combined Authority’s programme delivery and assurance approach.
The role will also provide direct support to Programme Managers and Directors, helping the Programme Office maintain effective and consistent programme delivery.
?? About you
We’re looking for someone who can demonstrate:
? Strong organisational and administrative skills.
?? An understanding of programme management and performance management frameworks.
?? Experience of programme reporting, including project plans, risks and issues, outputs and outcomes, budgets and cashflow.
You’ll also be:
?? Creative and forward-thinking – willing to challenge established approaches and think differently.
??? A strong communicator – able to build confidence and effective relationships with colleagues and senior stakeholders.
?? Adaptable – comfortable responding to changing circumstances and priorities.
?? Collaborative – someone who works positively with colleagues, teams and partners.
?? Motivated – driven to achieve both personal and organisational outcomes.
?? Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We want our organisation to reflect the communities we serve.
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves, contribute fully and have equal access to opportunities.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences, and particularly encourage applications from groups that are currently underrepresented within our organisation.
We are committed to:
?? Equality – ensuring everyone is treated fairly and with dignity and respect.
?? Inclusion – creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and able to contribute.
? Accessibility – removing barriers throughout our recruitment process and making reasonable adjustments where required.
?? Different perspectives – recognising that diverse experiences and viewpoints strengthen our organisation and the services we deliver.
We assess applications against the requirements of the role and are committed to a fair, transparent and inclusive recruitment process.
If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.
? Disability Confident
We are committed to supporting disabled applicants and removing unnecessary barriers from our recruitment process.
If you have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the role, we will support you through the relevant Disability Confident process.
If you require adjustments to the application or interview process, please contact us.
Right to Work / Visa Sponsorship
Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the appointment. Candidates will be required to provide appropriate evidence of their right to work as part of our recruitment process.
?? Apply now
If you’re organised, collaborative and motivated by the opportunity to support programmes that make a real difference across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and join us in helping deliver our ambitions for the region. ??
?? Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
