1508 - Deputy Head of Sponsorship

The main responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

The successful candidate will report to the Grade 7, Head of Sponsorship. This role is best suited to someone who is self-motivated, adaptable and thrives in a changing environment, as key responsibilities will shift over time according to departmental priorities.

The main responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

· Leading on governance transformation and the implementation of measures to address the recommendations made in the recent review of the Departments sponsorship arrangements;

· Coordinating all governance and accountability matters for each of the Department Sponsored bodies and established public inquiries;

· Supporting the maintenance of the department's Equality Scheme and Disability Action Plan, including providing advice on equality duties;

· Supporting the wider team in the managing all regulated appointment processes including Number 10 & Cabinet Office appointments liaison/reporting;

· Supporting the wider team in their Secretariat duties for the NIO governance structure (The Management Board, Executive Committee and Audit and Risk Committee) including supporting risk reporting; and