Job Description

Police Digital Service (PDS) is recruiting on behalf of the NPCC National Data & Analytics Office - ) a dedicated national capability transforming data use in policing.

Starting at 60,000pa as a Project Manager.

This role is a Fixed Term for 12 months and you will be seconded from PDS into the NPCC & Data Analytics office.


This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a ground-breaking function within policing which will shape the future of data and analytics in UK law enforcement and help to utilise policing data to better protect the public. The NDAO will ensure:

Responsible data use across law enforcement Improved data governance and standardised datasets Enhanced data analytics services to support operational decision-making Professionalisation of data roles within policing A more integrated data-sharing ecosystem across forces

In this role you will be providing professional project management support to develop plans and manage the delivery of a number of the National Capabilities projects through both internal and external resources and technology partners - completed on time and within budget, that the project's objectives are met and that everyone else is doing their job properly. Ensuring risks & issues are effectively managed and working with the Programme Manager to ensure correct governance and reporting are being followed.

Why Join us?

You can find out more here:

Benefits - Police Digital Service (pds.police.uk)

Key Responsibilities

Understanding and agreeing project objectives and plan(s) with Programme Manager / Agreeing the right resource mix for delivery in accordance with the Delivery RACI Day to day management of the NDAO projects to deliver the operational accountabilities to achieve service satisfactory to Forces & Stakeholders Promoting the public wider good in all actions, acting in a morally, legally and socially appropriate manner in dealings with stakeholders and members of the NDAO and Forces teams Representing the NDAO and Forces' interests when engaging with suppliers and aligning interests whenever possible Making sure that all the aims of the projects are met and raising exception reports to Project Boards, if for a stated reason this is no longer possible Managing the delivery of the NDAO projects to agreed time, cost and quality schedules and contracts Organising the various professional people and suppliers working on the project to ensure alignment with project plans and timely delivery of their respective inputs Carrying out risk assessment and dealing with / mitigating risks at an appropriate level, escalating where necessary Making sure the quality standards agreed to by Project Boards are met Using project reporting and control processes to keep track of people and progress If required, participate in the recruitment and management of specialists and sub-contractors as appropriate Monitoring sub-contractors to ensure guidelines are maintained Reporting to the Programme Manager and senior stakeholders on progress

What you need to succeed in the role

Significant experience in project management - especially in scope, performance, cost control, delivery, scheduling, resourcing, risk management and demand management. Significant experience of financial control, reporting and monitoring - relating to in-scope project(s) delivery. Proven experience in the delivery of highly technical solutions into complex IT environments using suppliers, partners and specialists. Proven experience in the delivery of digital transformation Proven experience of contract design and management - to ensure that such contracts are outcome driven and encourage co-operation and not confrontation. Demonstrable project experience in procurement and management of multi skilled project teams, contractors and suppliers. Experience of working in previous technical roles with development into solutions delivery management. Proven domain knowledge in terms of the successful delivery and/or transition of internal service(s) to managed service providers and/or outsourcing environments. Demonstrate a track record of developing strong working relationships with a wide number of stakeholders, particularly in managing expectations across a large number of Forces as stakeholders.

Key Skills:

Proven ability to plan, organise and deliver projects of work to tight deadlines and budgets. Understanding of common security compliance frameworks, controls, and best practices. Good knowledge of relevant disciplines: Enterprise Architecture, Technology Standards, Cloud Technologies, Cyber Security, Digital Transformation. Numeracy skills. Commercial awareness. Communication skills, both oral and in written updates and reports Expert use of IT in particular the Microsoft Project software, and Office 365 suite. Industry certifications such as PRINCE2, AGILE, LEAN or equivalent.

Diversity, equity and inclusion

We are committed to equal opportunities for all and will not discriminate on any grounds. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible span of experience. All applicants will be considered without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, nationality, neurodiversity or disability status.

Working Arrangements

This is a remote role with occasional travel required to attend meetings.

All applicants must be eligible to undergo NPPV3 (Non Police Personnel Vetting Level 3) and SC vetting clearances. Successful applicants will require NPPV3 clearance to have been cleared before starting with PDS.

Please note, we may choose to close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications for this role so please endeavour to to complete your application as soon as possible.