ICT Programme Manager

Do you have what it takes to lead on key ICT projects for an emergency service? This might be the opportunity you’ve been looking for!

ICT Programme Manager

Arnold, Nottingham

• 37 hours per week (Monday – Friday)
• Fixed term contract of 24 months
• Grade 8: £51,356 - £55,566

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

Our client is looking for an experienced ICT Programme Manager to take charge of the ICT project portfolio, helping us to deliver safer and more efficient ICT resources to protect the communities of Nottinghamshire.

This is a key role in our ICT team, which will give the post holder the responsibility of managing the ICT project portfolio, championing ICT interests on projects across the company and being the subject matter expert to ensure all ICT requirements are met on each project. This post is positioned within the ICT management team, giving the post holder the opportunity to work with other subject matter experts to plan, manage and continuously improve the ICT service.

If you have the passion to put your skills towards the goal of making our communities safer, then they'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on the delivery of ICT projects, and support non-ICT projects, to ensure they align with the Service’s digital strategy
• Provide leadership to project teams, ensuring high quality and successful outcomes
• Oversee governance, security and compliance and work to identify and mitigate risks
• Work with the ICT management team in the development of their IT service

The role will also include the opportunity for the successful candidate to develop their skills and knowledge, allowing them to undertake the following responsibilities:

• Act as the principle technical expert on emergency services’ specific technology including Firelink and ESN (Emergency Services Network).
• Take on the role of Operational Communications Tactical Advisor, providing operational and tactical advice and guidance on all aspects of the use of Airwave and mobile communications.

Why them?

• Agile Working – our client has an Agile Working Policy, which allows employees to mix office working with working from home to help provide you with more flexibility
• Flexibility – they are family friendly and are open to considering different working patterns which help you provide a better service to our community while supporting your home life. They also support part-time working
• Annual Leave - 27 days of annual leave plus bank holidays and a Christmas concessionary day
• Pension – Access to a public service defined benefit pension scheme
• Health and Wellbeing - As a Service they provide a wide range of Health and Wellbeing support to all employees which includes access to a Bupa cashback scheme, an Employee Assistance Programme and a dedicated Occupational Health team who are there to support you. Also, all employees receive free access to an on-site gym
• Blue Light Card – working for an emergency service you will have the ability to apply for a Blue Light Card which enables discounts on shopping and eating out
• Development – You will have access to both formal and informal professional development opportunities which will help you advance your career

Experience/Qualification

• Hold a degree (or have equivalent experience) and a PRINCE2 foundation certification in Project Management (or hold equivalent knowledge and experience)
• Experience managing budgets (£1m+) and small to large scale ICT projects within a medium, multi-site, organisation
• Confidence in leading and motivating teams, with the ability to influence and engage others at all levels
• Experienced in compiling and presenting a successful business case and associated documentation
• Awareness of risk management in complex programme and project delivery
• Familiarity with relevant legislation such as UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018
• Hold a driving license and have the ability to travel when required (reasonable adjustments can be made to accommodate disabled candidates

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and you will be directed to the company website where you will be able to submit an application form.

Closing date: Sunday 23rd November 2025

Interview date: 4th & 5th December 2025

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Further Information

They are proud to be an equal opportunities’ and ‘Disability Confident’ employer, and they are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce. They welcome applications from all parts of our communities and particularly those who are currently under-represented in our workforce. They are also proud of being recognised as a ‘Gold’ employer for our Armed Forces Covenant commitments.

Our client is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children, young people and adults at risk of abuse and or neglect and operates a safer recruitment process.

The successful candidate will be subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service check, a Police Vetting check and a National Security Check (SC) Clearance. Applicants must have been a resident in the UK for the last 5 years to be eligible for Security Check.

Please note that CVs will not be accepted in place of application forms.

Other suitable skills and experience include ICT Project Manager, IT Programme Lead, Digital Transformation Manager, Technical Programme Manager, IT Operations Manager, Senior ICT Manager, ICT Delivery Lead, Technology Project Manager, Infrastructure Manager, IT Business Partner.