IT and digital projects manager - IT Service Delivery

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Summary of the work Manage a number of projects within the IT Portfolio at the Council. Supporting the delivery of the IT and Digital Strategies, working across departments to deliver improvements for internal and external customers. Specialist role Delivery manager Expected Contract Length 3 months Latest start date Monday 1 February 2021 Early Market Engagement There is an established IT Project Management Office with many projects underway. Who Speclialist Work With You will work with resources across the IT team and in specialist functions (e.g. finance and procurement) to deliver the projects. What Specialists Work On Manage the IT Service Management tool project. Manage the implementation of the automation capability within the IT function. Manage the role out of end-user devices - laptops/desktops. Skills & Experience • Have experience working with local government procurement processes • Have experience of the full project life cycle from business case definition, through to transition to business as usual • Have extensive experience of project management • Have experience with one or more project methodologies (e.g. Agile, PRINCE2,PMP) • Experience of successfully delivering projects in a local government or public sector organistion • Have experience of IT Service Management Tools • Have experience of managing projects which deliver automation of administrative tasks • Have experience of managing roll-outs of end user devices (laptops/desktops) Work Location The IT Team for London Borough of Redbridge is based at Lynton House, Ilford. However the majority of the team are working from home due to Covid-19 and this role would be expected to do the same. Working Arrangments Working remotely from home due to Covid 19. Occasional requirement to be onsite to collect/return IT equipment. Security Clearance None required. No. of Specialists to Evaluate 5 Cultural Fit Criteria • Can work collaboratively with the IT business as usual team to ensure the best outcomes for the Council. • Can work collaboratively with specialists in the Council to achieve project aims (e.g. finance, legal and procurement) Assessment Method Interview Evaluation Weighting Technical competence 65% Cultural fit 10% Price 25% Questions from Suppliers 1. Is there an incumbent? Yes 2. Has an ITSM tool be selected? If so which one? The project is at requirements gathering stage and a tool has not yet been selected. 3. Is this role in or outside IR35? HMRC employment status check returns - Off-payroll working rules (IR35) apply 4. What is your overall budget? Maximum £30,000 5. Do you have a maximum day rate? Target is £500 per day 6. Is the incumbent leaving the post? Exiting contract finishes 31/01/2021 7. Is the Incumbent also being considered for the position or are they leaving the project? The incumbent supplier will be considered if they apply.