Programme and Policy Officer

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Communities & Skills

Collaborative, open, inclusive and fair - we work with and through partners to ensure Londoners can shape healthy, empowered and productive lives. Communities and Skills is led by Executive Director, Tunde Olayinka and is comprised of the following units: Civil Society & Sport, Communities & Social Policy, Group Public Health Unit, Skills and Employment and Health, Children and Young Londoners.

About the team

The Young London Team delivers on Mayoral commitments to young Londoners and ensures that London is the greatest city in the world to grow up in. Our work ensures that every young Londoner has the support and opportunities they need to get on and get ahead.

About the role

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Programmes Officer to lead on specific programmes related to sport and physical activity for the prevention of Violence affecting children and young people in London. Working closely with London’s Violence Reduction Unit, other policy teams within the Young London and Communities Unit, across the GLA, and in partnership with relevant stakeholders, the post holder will ensure that these outcomes contribute to the Mayor’s priority to provide 250,000 positive opportunities for young Londoners.

What your day will look like

• Leading the delivery of sport related programmes for the prevention of Violence Affecting children and young people in London programmes which align to Mayoral priorities.
• Managing programme budgets, forecasting expenditure and ensuring compliance with financial governance requirements.
• Commissioning and managing delivery partners, grants and contracts to achieve programme outcomes
• Monitoring performance, risk, safeguarding, quality assurance and programme impact.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with local authorities, youth organisations, schools, charity partners and other stakeholders.
• Preparing briefings, reports and responses for senior leaders, Deputy Mayors and other key stakeholders.
• Supporting evaluation activities and using evidence and insight to improve programme delivery.
• Representing the organisation at meetings, events and partnership forums across the youth sector.

Skills, knowledge and experience

To be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria:

• Demonstrable experience of developing, managing and delivering large-scale, high-value programmes or projects within a complex organisational environment.
• Proven track record of delivering outcomes on time and within budget, ideally within services supporting children and young people.
• Strong knowledge of programme and project management methodologies, including planning, risk management, performance monitoring and evaluation.
• Experience of establishing and managing complex stakeholder relationships and partnerships to achieve shared objectives.

• Good understanding of policy relating to children and young people and supporting children and young people affected by violence

Behavioural Competencies

• Building and Managing Relationships

…Developing productive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, building trust, resolving challenges and working collaboratively to achieve shared outcomes.

• Stakeholder Focus

…Understanding the needs of diverse stakeholders and communities and using this insight to shape programme delivery and improve outcomes.

• Planning and Organising

…Managing multiple priorities, resources and risks effectively while delivering high-quality outcomes to agreed timescales.

• Responsible Use of Resources

…Demonstrating strong financial and resource management, ensuring value for money and delivery within budget.

• Organisational Awareness

…Understanding the political, organisational and partnership context in which programmes operate and translating strategic priorities into effective delivery.

• Responding to Pressure and Change

…Maintaining performance and resilience in a fast-paced environment, adapting positively to changing priorities and supporting others through change.

The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here: GLA Competency Framework

This role is based at London Fire Brigade’s Head Office (Union Street SE1 0LL).

How to apply

If you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following:

• Up to date CV
• Personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words. Please ensure you address how you demonstrate the essential criteria outlined above in the advert.

Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the ‘CV and Cover Letters’ section’ of the form, ensuring you address the technical requirements and competencies in your Personal Statement.

Word or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (E.g., “CV – applicant name - 012345)

As part of GLA’s continuing commitment to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer we will be removing personal identifiable information from CVs and Personal Statements that could cause discrimination.

We may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

If you have questions about the role

If you wish to talk to someone about the role, the hiring manager Bevis Allen would be happy to speak to you. Please contact them at bevis.allen@london.gov.uk .

If you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact the glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk who support the GLA with recruitment.

This role DOES NOT meet the criteria for sponsorship for external candidates. It may meet the criteria for sponsorship for some internal candidates, in limited circumstances. Please contact the hiring manager if you wish to discuss this further.

Assessment process

Once you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel.

If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to an interview/assessment.

The interview/assessment date is: W/c 23 November 2026

Equality, diversity and inclusion

London's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.

We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share.

Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required.

Benefits

GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office.

In addition to a good salary package, you will be paid every four weeks, providing frequent salary payments. We also offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan and a career average pension scheme.

Additional Information

Please note, all candidates will need to confirm that the information provided in this application form is true and correct. Should a candidate deliberately give false information, including the use of AI software, they understand that this would disqualify them from consideration.

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record (DBS) check but some roles may require additional security screening.

Secondment Opportunity

If you are a GLA employee applying for an internal fixed-term position, as an internal secondment opportunity, you must ensure you satisfy the following secondment policy criteria listed below before applying

• On a permanent contract or a fixed term contract where the time left on the contract at the point at which you apply for secondment is longer than the secondment period;
• successfully completed your probation period and are performing to the required standard for your current role; and
• at least 18 months service with the GLA

If you do meet the criteria listed above, you will need to complete the Approval for secondment application form and gain line manager approval, before emailing the fully completed form to the Resourcing Assistant who is managing the vacancy. This form must be received by the closing date of the vacancy. Failure to provide this form will mean your application cannot be progressed.

If you are unable to satisfy all of the criteria, unfortunately, you are not eligible to apply for this vacancy as an internal secondment. For further information, please see Secondment Policy and Procedure.

IMPORTANT: If you are a current GLA employee on a fixed-term contract, which is due to end BEFORE the end date of this vacancy, you DO NOT NEED to complete the Approval for secondment application form as it is not a secondment.

If you are successful in securing this secondment opportunity, you will need to be released from your existing role, so please ensure that you make your line manager aware of your application

More Support

If you have a disability which makes submitting an online application form difficult, please contact resourcingteam@london.gov.uk.

The GLA is proud to be a Level 2: Disability Confident employer. We are committed to becoming a more inclusive and accessible organisation, and creating a truly inclusive and accessible workplace and culture for our disabled staff. We have named Disability Equality as a key corporate priority within our EDI Strategy. We welcome and encourage applications from disabled applicants. Should you wish to opt into the scheme, please let us know during your application.

Please note all applications for this vacancy must be submitted via our online recruitment system. We do not accept CVs alone for this role. Please upload a personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words to the ‘Additional Documents’ section of the form, ensuring you address the following technical requirements and competencies in your personal statement. Word or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images.

The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here: GLA competency framework.

GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office.

London's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith, or disability.

We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. We are a disability confident employer who guarantee an interview to any disabled candidate who meets all of the essential criteria.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share.

In addition to a good salary package, we offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan and a career average pension scheme.