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Interim Head of Governance, Assurance and Portfolio Delivery
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Job Advert: Interim Head of Governance, Assurance and Portfolio Delivery
Our client is seeking an exceptional Interim Head of Governance, Assurance and Portfolio Delivery to lead and enhance governance, assurance, and business operations within the Digital, Data, and Technology sectors. This exciting opportunity is based in the public sector and offers a daily rate of £650. The contract is for a full-time position lasting six months, with an immediate start date.
Key Responsibilities
As the Interim Head of Governance, Assurance and Portfolio Delivery, the successful candidate will have a wide-ranging portfolio and will be responsible for:
- Leading the programme and project delivery functions to ensure successful outcomes.
- Overseeing programme and project managers, enhancing accountability and transparency.
- Governing major transformation and digital programmes, ensuring they meet strategic objectives.
- Reporting on portfolio performance and managing benefits realisation.
- Implementing robust improvement controls where delivery performance may be off-track.
- Strengthening governance frameworks and organisational assurance, including risk, issue, and dependency management.
- Providing strategic oversight of Information Governance and Data Protection, including Freedom of Information (FOI) and Subject Access Requests (SARs).
- Managing the Digital spend and maintaining compliance with commercial governance and operational policies.
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Candidate Profile
Our client is looking for an experienced interim leader with a proven track record in:
- Programme delivery and governance, ideally in a public sector environment.
- Effective management of Information Governance, FOI, SARs, and UK GDPR compliance.
- Leading teams and driving performance improvements.
- Engaging with regulatory bodies, including the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).
Ideal Candidates May Come From Backgrounds Such As
- Head of PMO and Governance
- Head of Portfolio Delivery and Assurance
- Assistant Director Governance
- Head of Transformation Office
- Director of Governance and Assurance
Why Apply?
This role offers a unique chance to drive significant change and improve governance practices in a forward-thinking organisation. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in strengthening organisational accountability and ensuring transparency in portfolio delivery, making a meaningful impact on the organisation's operations.
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Contract Details
- Contract Type: Temporary
- Daily Rate: Up to £650 (inside IR35)
- Contract Length: 6 months
- Working Pattern: Full Time
- Start Date: ASAP
If you are an ambitious leader with a passion for governance and portfolio delivery, ready to make a difference in the public sector, this is the role for you!
Apply today to seize this exciting opportunity to lead and inspire in a pivotal position that shapes the future of governance and assurance within the organisation. Don't miss out on the chance to elevate your career while making a lasting impact!
Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
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