Senior Project Programme Officer (Fixed Term until 31 March 2028)

Fareham Borough Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Project Programme Officer to support the delivery of Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) and other corporate priorities. 

This is a unique opportunity to play a leading role in a complex and high-profile programme that will help shape the future delivery of the South East Hampshire Unitary Authority when it goes live in April 2028. 

Working across multiple workstreams and services, you will:

• Coordinate and monitor complex projects and programme activity 
• Develop and maintain programme plans, risk registers and governance arrangements.
• Support senior managers, elected Members and project boards with reporting and decision-making.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to drive progress and remove barriers to delivery.
• Analyse information and provide evidence-based recommendations.
• Support consultation, engagement and equalities-related activities.

• Significant project and programme management experience.
• Strong analytical and organisational skills.
• Experience of working with senior managers and stakeholders.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• A collaborative and solution-focused approach.
• Ideally, experience of working within local government or the wider public sector.