Chief Operating Officer Douglas, Scotland
Job description
This role of Chief Operating Officer is key to turning strategic intent into reality. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer and the Minister for Cabinet Office, you will lead Cabinet Office in its central role at the heart of the Isle of Man Government. You will play a vital role in developing excellent national and cross Government policy, supporting the Chief Minister and the Council of Ministers, delivering central operational services that keep the day to day of Government activities going and leading the delivery of change and efficiency projects.
In this role, you will aim to align the functions of Cabinet Office in a more effective way to support even greater delivery of Government’s priorities. You will also lead Divisions to achieve the strategic objectives set out in the Cabinet Office Plan. The plan brings focus for the rest of the administration and includes aims to improve public service performance and delivery, provide a single point of contact within the Department in relation to major opportunities and strategic matters and also develop the strategic capacity and policy making approach.
You will provide a critical role in leading, developing and co-ordinating cross-Government working, helping to shape the future of Isle of Man Government and improve Public Service Delivery, maximising the use of its resources and having effective plans for service delivery and development in place. You will also play a key role in inter-departmental projects, working closely with Departmental Chief Officers to deliver strategic programmes and core actions set out in Our Island Plan.
About the Island and relocating
The Isle of Man is a self-governing Crown dependency with a proud heritage and huge ambitions for the future. Those living in the Island benefit from an unbeatable quality of life and great lifestyle opportunities. The Island is one of the safest places to live in Europe and is the only Island Nation in the World to be awarded UNESCO Biosphere status. Traditional industries are augmented by strong financial and professional services representation and an emergent e-gaming sector, all driving growth, prosperity and further opportunity for those who live and work here.
To find out more about the Island and the lifestyle you could enjoy here, take a look at Locate Isle of Man’s guide to moving to the Isle of Man here.
If you are relocating or returning to the Island, you can also benefit from the National Insurance Holiday Scheme, which allows you to apply for a refund on your NI contributions for your 1st year of living here. To see how this scheme could benefit you, and to find out more about relocating to the Isle of Man, visit www.locate.im.
A relocation package of up to £10,000 based on receipts is available for this role.
How to find out more and apply
For more information about this unique appointment please see the attached job pack, Alternatively, contact Julie Bradley, Interim Executive Director of the Office of Human Resources on (01624) 687556 or [email protected]
We support flexible working and equality, diversity and inclusion in our recruitment
The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and would encourage you to apply.
The Isle of Man Public Service is an equal opportunities employer which supports and promotes flexible working. We understand its benefits in improving work-life balance and supporting health and wellbeing and, in its different forms; it is widespread throughout the Public Service. We are happy to discuss part-time or flexible working arrangements, including job share partnerships, for our roles (where possible) and if interested you should discuss this with the Hiring Manager.
Find out more about where a career in the Isle of Man Public Service could take you at hr.gov.im/careers
