Strategic Development Manager

All about the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to join our team as Strategic Development Manager. In this role, you will be responsible for the strategic and operational development of the general responsibilities and universal services set out in the Care Act 2014, specifically overseeing our Adult Social Care information and advice and ensuring the voice of people that we work with is at the heart of what we do. The postholder will have a key role in the development of working relationships with voluntary and community sector and public sector partners that support people to remain independent, safe and well in the community and work closely with and promote the work of our Adult Social Care Partnership Boards (Carers, Physical Disability, Sensory Impairment, Older People and Learning Disability) and other voice and participation bodies. This role is also the key lead for co-ordinating our Adult Social Care business support team, creating a dynamic and flexible team that works across all Adult Social Care.

All about our Team

Our team is small and works across all Adult Social Care client groups to deliver a range of activities including exciting transformation projects, performance data, systems and digital transformation, co-production support, internal communication, and  day-to-day processes.   You will be joining a supportive and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued, and your growth is encouraged.

All about You

You are an experienced professional with a strong background in adult social care services with knowledge of the purpose of Personalisation within the Social Care and Health environment and an understanding of relevant legislation appropriate to Social Care.  You are well-versed in organisational policies, procedures, and practices and have a demonstrable track record of successfully delivering with the ability to execute services in line with an agreed action plan. You are a self-starter who can work independently to achieve service objectives, and your logical reasoning and analytical skills enable you to adapt and engage in a variety of activities. Your ability to design, develop, and manage projects is complemented by your excellent planning and organisational skills, ensuring that deadlines and targets are met. You are adept at representing the business area and communicating to and gaining the confidence of a variety of key stakeholders.   You are capable of both working within and managing change.

To find out more or for an informal chat about the role, please contact: tina.hornsby@peterborough.gov.uk 

Interviews will be held in Sand Martin House, Peterborough on 13 & 14 August.

All about our Benefits 
We value our colleagues and have developed a number of benefits in addition to our generous annual leave starting at 25 days + bank holidays, sick pay and local government pension scheme… 

• Access to a range of benefits via Vivup, including in-store and online discounts as well as our Cycle to Work and Home & Electronics schemes 
• Buy up to 10 days additional annual leave (pro-rata)  
• Access to car lease scheme 
• Take your bank holidays flexibly to better suit your personal circumstances 
• Make Additional Voluntary Contributions (Shared Cost AVCs) to your pension with tax and National Insurance savings 
• Access to development opportunities including apprenticeships to support your personal and professional growth 
• Paid volunteering hours each year so you can make a positive impact on our community during your normal working day 
• Access to our equality, diversity and inclusion network 
• Opportunities to receive Employee Recognition Awards 

All about our Commitments 
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to fostering diversity, advancing equity, and building an inclusive workplace for everyone. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and particularly encourage those from underrepresented groups, including disabled people, care leavers, and individuals from minority ethnic communities. Your unique perspectives and experiences are encouraged and valued and will play a vital role in our success. 

We are committed to making our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you are disabled and require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact pccrecruitment@peterborough.gov.uk  we will work with you to meet your needs. 

Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.