Service Manager - Community Planning

Job Description

Working in a hybrid style, based at home and 21 City Square, you will work full time, 37 hours per week. Applicants please note that those shortlisted will be invited to an assessment centre and interview, dates for these will be advised to shortlisted candidates as soon as possible after the closing date. Please note: References are no longer requested at application stage and will requested if you are successful in moving to the preferred candidate stage. If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please contact Andrea Calder on 01382 434684 or email andrea.calder@dundeecity.gov.uk

Requirements

You will have a Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area along with evidence of continuing Professional Development.

Responsibilities

As a key member of the Chief Executive’s senior leadership team you will lead and manage the Council’s work across: - community planning and partnership working; - corporate and service planning; - public performance reporting; - corporate and strategic information and research; - equality and fairness; - and anti-poverty and inequalities. Contribute to decision making and to the formulation and delivery of strategy and change across the Council. Support elected members as required. You will provide leadership for the effective delivery of all allocated functions, developing strategy, providing support and inspiration, and managing performance so that the service and Council is positioned to respond appropriately to changes required. You will help shape the Council’s strategic direction and strengthen how we work with partners, use evidence and manage performance to deliver better outcomes for Dundee and its communities.

The Individual

You will have proven record of strategic management and planning, proven record of project and programme management. Knowledge of the legislative framework, the Scottish Government and national agenda to ensure the Council meets its’ commitments. Experience of managing financial resources and appreciation of aspects relating to value for money, probity and accountability. You will have evidence of successful leadership of teams, able to demonstrate success in change management and changing cultures in a way that has successfully improved services and modernised ways of working. Experience of providing advice and support to elected members or at board level. You will have evidence of innovation in the formulation and implementation of policy, proven record of successful partnership and collaborative working with a range of public bodies, private and third sector along with experience of risk assessment, health and safety, CDM & business continuity responsibilities and issues. You will have excellent written communication skills and the ability to produce reports on complex issues, excellent leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to form positive relationships at all levels. Strong advocacy and influencing skills, with the ability to present ideas and proposals effectively at senior levels along with clear analytical skills to allow the exploration, evaluation and interpretation of information and opinions. You will have strong decision-making skills with the ability to make decisions and recommendations based on the analysis of options, the ability to make recommendations based on sound risk management principles and contingency planning, within financial, legal and ethical frameworks. Successful record of engaging effectively with others, building productive working relationships, including high profile stakeholders, statutory authorities and private sector. You will have the ability to motivate specialist teams to achieve high standards of performance, capacity to work under pressure to meet deadlines, satisfy political objectives and organisational priorities, demonstrate commitment to, and achievement of, equality and diversity issues.