Associate Delivery Manager - B2

This opportunity is only open to internal Scottish Government applicants who are currently 'Priority Movers'. Applications from individuals not currently on the Priority Mover list will be rejected and not considered.

Join the Social Care Performance and Delivery Unit as a B2 Associate Delivery Manager and help deliver digital and data improvements across health and social care. Working with multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders, you'll support the planning, prioritisation and delivery of user-centred products and services that improve outcomes for people across Scotland.

We have an opportunity for a B2 Associate Delivery Manager to join the Social Care Performance and Delivery Unit on a permanent basis. The role will support the delivery of digital and data improvements across health and social care and is an ideal opportunity for someone with experience of multidisciplinary teams, Agile delivery and stakeholder engagement.

The Social Care Performance and Delivery Unit works with policy, digital, data, design and analysis colleagues to improve social care information and services across Scotland. The team’s work includes the Social Care Data and Digital Programme and supports a more consistent, user-centred approach to social care.

As Associate Delivery Manager, you will help the team turn plans into action, organise and prioritise work, and keep delivery on track. You will support products through stages including discovery and alpha, helping the team address barriers and make informed decisions based on user needs, risks and delivery priorities.

Qualifications

Working pattern

This role is a permanent level transfer position.

How to Apply

Applications for this position will only be accepted from substantive B2 employees.

Please submit a statement outlining your suitability for the role, relevant skills and experience, and what you would bring to the team (maximum 500 words).

Selection Process

All candidates will be invited to an informal discussion with the Hiring Manager.

Informal discussion dates tbc.

Further Information

If you have specific questions about the role, please contact [email protected]

Read our Candidate Guide for further information on our recruitment and application processes.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Support a multidisciplinary team to plan, prioritise and deliver its work.
  Work with the Unit Head, Service Owner and wider team to create clear, realistic and manageable delivery plans.
• Use Agile ways of working to support delivery, learn from feedback and make regular improvements.
  Track progress and manage risks, issues, dependencies and barriers to delivery.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders, including Public Health Scotland, NHS 24 and other government bodies.
• Break down complex problems, compare options and help the team agree practical next steps.