Job Description
Do you want to help shape the future of adult social care in East Sussex? This is an exciting opportunity to lead high-profile workforce projects that support recruitment, retention, staff experience and future workforce planning – making a real difference to the people who deliver vital care and support every day.
We are looking for a creative, organised and proactive Project Manager to join our Training, Workforce and Organisational Development team. The team supports staff across Adult Social Care and leads the ambitious Workforce 2030 Programme. In this role you will play a key part in coordinating and delivering workforce projects linked to the Adult Social Care Workforce Board, including recruitment and retention, workforce campaigns, future workforce planning and initiatives that support both our internal workforce and the wider care market.
You will develop detailed project plans, work with senior stakeholders and partners, support new and innovative recruitment campaigns, use evidence and data to monitor impact, produce reports and business cases, and present updates to relevant boards and groups, including the Departmental Management Team.
Responsibilities
- Develop and manage detailed project plans for workforce initiatives.
- Coordinate and deliver workforce projects across adult social care.
- Collaborate with senior stakeholders, external partners and service users.
- Support innovative recruitment and retention campaigns.
- Analyse data and evidence to monitor impact and inform decisions.
- Produce reports, business cases and evidence-based presentations.
- Present project updates to boards, committees and relevant groups.
Qualifications
- Strong organisational and coordination skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines and deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Ability to analyse and present complex information clearly, both verbally and in writing, including preparing reports for a range of stakeholders.
- Confident working with multiple stakeholders, including internal departments, external partners and service users, and able to influence without direct authority.
- Experience of programme or project management or project support, with knowledge of project management methods, risk identification and governance.
- Understanding of the public sector and a demonstrated commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
Benefits
Hybrid working, with a minimum expectation of one day per week in the office in Lewes. Flexible working arrangements are available and you are welcome to spend more time in the office if you prefer regular face‑to‑face collaboration with colleagues.
Contact
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK or any reasonable adjustments, please contact Emily Liebig, Workforce Lead Adult Social Care & Health, at emily.liebig@eastsussex.gov.uk. For further information on employment eligibility, see www.gov.uk.
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