Digital Transformation Manager

** Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application **

Job Summary
The Digital Transformation Manager will be an integral member of the Digital and Communications Department responsible for developing and implementing the Council’s strategy within their areas of responsibility. In this capacity, the post-holder will provide effective leadership and management to their section (s) ensuring service excellence and value for money. The post-holder will support the Assistant Director to create a high performing culture through their contribution to the development and delivery of the key objectives of the Directorate and Department. They will support transformational change within the Directorate / Section ensuring and implementing integration of new and current functions and responsibilities. They will assist in the delivery of high-quality services across the Department by using performance management to drive continuous improvement and by effectively using the Council’s resources. Reporting to the Assistant Director, this key role will play an important part in delivering our ambitious digital transformation agenda, focusing on driving, and delivering opportunities for significant change. The post holder will work collaboratively across Council teams to lead and coordinate the digital transformation of internal services and functions, helping the organisation become more efficient, data-driven, agile, and better equipped to deliver high-quality services to residents. This includes working with business leads and the IT Section to develop essential line of business applications, redesign workflows, automate processes, and improve system usability.

Hours of work 
36 hours per week.
The post holder must be prepared to work outside normal office hours, including evenings, weekends, and Public and extra Statutory Holidays for which the appropriate payment will be made or time in lieu granted if relevant.

Duration of Appointment
Permanent.

Work Pattern
Flexi 36 hours Monday to Friday.
Hours of work are kept under review and may change in order to meet operational requirements, providing requisite notice.

Location
Location is Downshire Civic Centre, Downpatrick.
Whilst the current vacant post is based in Downpatrick suitable candidates who are placed on a reserve list may be offered a similar post in other Council locations.
The post holder may be required to transfer to other locations in accordance with any requirements stated in the Job Description, any reviews of service delivery or other requirements as may arise from time to time. Any amendments made to work location will be implemented following appropriate consultation and provision of reasonable notice.

Salary
PO6, SCP 42 - 45, currently £53,460 - £56,730 per annum based on a 36 hour week (pro rata to hours worked). It is Council policy to appoint at minimum salary scale point.