Plymouth City Council
Strategic Programme Lead (Asylum Seekers & Refugees)
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This vacancy is only available for applications from existing Internal Plymouth City Council employees and Agency Workers who are in an active placement and have 12 weeks continuous service. Applications submitted by External candidates who do not meet this criteria will not be considered and will be rejected.
An opportunity to lead a high profile and important portfolio
We are looking for a thoughtful and collaborative Strategic Programme Lead to help shape Plymouth’s approach to asylum, refugee and resettlement work, alongside wider inclusion, community cohesion and Gypsy Roma Traveller engagement.
This is a varied and rewarding role, working with colleagues and partners to bring programmes together, strengthen local arrangements, and support people and communities across the city.
About The Role
You will lead a broad portfolio covering resettlement, asylum dispersal, integration, community cohesion, Gypsy Roma Traveller engagement and the Council’s response to unauthorised encampments.
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You will bring people together, develop clear plans, manage risks, oversee funding and commissioned activity, and help the Council respond well to changing national policy.
About You
You will be an experienced programme leader who is comfortable working across organisational boundaries, building trust with partners, and turning complex issues into practical action.
You will communicate clearly, work with sensitivity and confidence, and bring a steady, inclusive approach to work that can be high profile and fast moving.
Experience of asylum, refugee or resettlement policy, and working with this cohort is essential
Why join us
This is a chance to make a real contribution to Plymouth, supporting work that matters to communities and helping to build a more joined up, confident and inclusive local response.
The post is permanent and funded through Afghan Resettlement Funding, giving the role the continuity needed to build strong relationships and make lasting improvements.
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For an informal discussion, please contact: Ruth Tune Holmes on Ruth.tune-holmes@plymouth.gov.uk
Closing Date: Wednesday 30 September
Plymouth City Council is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, care experience, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation.
As part of our commitment to promoting equality we offer guaranteed interviews to those who meet the essential criteria and are considered disabled, care experienced or are an Armed Forces Service Leaver within the last two years.
Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK
Plymouth City Council is proud to be an Age Friendly Employer. We encourage applications from talented people at every stage of their career
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