About the job

Summary

At the Government Digital Service (GDS), our mission is to build a simple, joined-up and personalised experience of government for everyone. Using our unique position at the centre of government, we develop services that work for the user, however complex the underlying systems may be. We believe that ensuring things work for end users is the only way to realise the efficiencies that come with digital transformation.

Our focus is on delivering five missions in the following areas:

1. GOV.UK as the single and trusted online destination for government information and services

2. Joined-up services that solve whole problems and span multiple departments

3. A simple digital identity solution that works for everyone

4. Common tools and expert services

5. Joined-up data across departments

You can read more about these missions and our vision for the transformation of government in our 2021-2024 strategy

The Central Digital and Data Office (CDDO) are leaders of the Digital, Data and Technology profession across government. It sets the aspiration and strategy for digitisation and builds capability so that government is equipped with the skills needed to succeed in the internet age. CDDO designs and implements standards to systems and services that are delivered in the right way.

Our work in CDDO is user-focused, dynamic and forward-looking - making our organisation an exciting and innovative place to work.

Job description

Delivery Managers are responsible for the high performance of a highly-skilled multidisciplinary team delivering a specific product, service or transformation.

You will be core to decisions that build high performing teams, where people are excited about the work they are undertaking.

You’ll be adept at delivering complex digital projects, breaking down barriers for your team and both planning at a higher level and getting into the detail to make things happen when needed.

As a Delivery Manager, you’ll:

• create great agile working environments

• identify the appropriate people and resources for teams

• make sure teams and programmes understand their mission, vision and goals, and that these align across the organisation

• communicate and visualise progress towards these goals

Responsibilities

Our delivery professionals work on a diverse range of projects, products and services within GDS, CDDO and across government departments. We’re looking for people with strong interpersonal skills who enjoy working in a demanding, high profile agile environment. We’re looking for people who are passionate about agile working, who care about technology and who know how to make projects succeed. And we want people who believe that how you work is as important as what you deliver.

We’re interested in people with:

• proven experience in delivering digital projects and products

• proven experience using a range of agile project management methods

• understanding of the digital landscape

• experience in matrix-managing multi-disciplinary teams

How to apply

You’ll need to send us a CV and cover letter. Your application will not be considered if you do not provide a cover letter. Your CV should show us your work history and previous experience. It should be well structured, succinct and written in clear language. Your cover letter should give examples of how your skills and experience match those needed for this role.