Key Responsibilities: A Programme Leader within the Change function, overseeing a team (direct and matrix) supporting the delivery of circa £20m of change initiatives focused primarily on business efficiency/transformation and customer journey improvement.Achievements: Led a diverse project team through a systems integration project to enable real-time workforce management for our front-line operations staff. Led the successful delivery of a Sponsor’s Journey Redesign project making… Show more Key Responsibilities: A Programme Leader within the Change function, overseeing a team (direct and matrix) supporting the delivery of circa £20m of change initiatives focused primarily on business efficiency/transformation and customer journey improvement.Achievements: Led a diverse project team through a systems integration project to enable real-time workforce management for our front-line operations staff. Led the successful delivery of a Sponsor’s Journey Redesign project making use of existing data held by HMRC and automating the pull between HMRC and SLC systems to speed up application review time. Leading on the delivery of several projects with SLC strategic partners including, TCS, PWC, Eviden and CapGemini. Show less

Key Responsibilities: Took forward an ITT with Procurement Scotland to enable SDS to prepare a procurement plan for a replacement to their 16+ Data Hub. This was a short-term contract to specifically come in and lead on the delivery of this specific task over a maximum 3-month delivery window.Achievements: Quickly reviewed the existing skills and capabilities of the existing IT and Infrastructure functions within SDS and prepared a recommendation, accepted by the Board, to pause the… Show more Key Responsibilities: Took forward an ITT with Procurement Scotland to enable SDS to prepare a procurement plan for a replacement to their 16+ Data Hub. This was a short-term contract to specifically come in and lead on the delivery of this specific task over a maximum 3-month delivery window.Achievements: Quickly reviewed the existing skills and capabilities of the existing IT and Infrastructure functions within SDS and prepared a recommendation, accepted by the Board, to pause the public procurement in favour of revisiting licence arrangements for their existing CRM solution and to re-allocate an existing line of business team into coding the solution for minimal additional cost to the business or public purse. Show less

Key Responsibilities: Worked with the IT Programme Manager and PMO Lead to review and streamline existing project management methodologies to automate project reporting and day-to-day project management for business users (on-shore and on-ship) making greater use of existing technology solutions (Azure & ShipSure 2.0). Achievements: Reviewed the existing reports and the interfaces and APIs available compatible with the Celoxis PPM suite to link in with V.Groups on & offshore IT… Show more Key Responsibilities: Worked with the IT Programme Manager and PMO Lead to review and streamline existing project management methodologies to automate project reporting and day-to-day project management for business users (on-shore and on-ship) making greater use of existing technology solutions (Azure & ShipSure 2.0). Achievements: Reviewed the existing reports and the interfaces and APIs available compatible with the Celoxis PPM suite to link in with V.Groups on & offshore IT capability ultimately creating a paired back project tracker utilising SmartSheet (which supported on and offline access) with an uploaded to the cloud (as connectivity, 3G/4G/Satellite, permitted). This via API was then routed to AWS and Celoxis thereby satisfying the automated report requirement. Show less

Key Responsibilities: Developed the GSHP as a Centre recognised by both the Universities of Glasgow and Sydney, restructured the strategic partnerships within the Programme to better link Academia to Industry. This included the recruitment and onboarding of several corporate partners to the consortium (Shell, Microsoft, Bayer, BASF, UPL & Rabo Carbon Bank), developing programme workstreams and securing funding (direct and indirect) for pilot projects in the UK, US, Kenya, India & Borneo… Show more Key Responsibilities: Developed the GSHP as a Centre recognised by both the Universities of Glasgow and Sydney, restructured the strategic partnerships within the Programme to better link Academia to Industry. This included the recruitment and onboarding of several corporate partners to the consortium (Shell, Microsoft, Bayer, BASF, UPL & Rabo Carbon Bank), developing programme workstreams and securing funding (direct and indirect) for pilot projects in the UK, US, Kenya, India & Borneo. Achievements: Created the internal infrastructure with UoG to support programme delivery. Successfully onboarded 3 new corporate partners and facilitated the co-creation of a Scotland Transition Lab (30 partner organisations) and a suite of India projects (Microsoft and Shell as key delivery partners). Secured a role for the Universities and the Programme to develop and support the delivery of practical Carbon reduction/Net Zero aligned advice and in-person/remote learning reaching 1m farmers (and small-holders) across India. Show less

Key Responsibilities: Accountable for estimating and planning, risk management, status reporting, budget tracking, benefits analysis, stakeholder management and communication and resource management; while working across the business to identify commercial synergies and opportunities for further collaboration in respect of science and industry.Ensuring the successful delivery of: The Cancer Grand Challenges Rosetta programme. A 6-year, £16m programme funded by Cancer Research UK… Show more Key Responsibilities: Accountable for estimating and planning, risk management, status reporting, budget tracking, benefits analysis, stakeholder management and communication and resource management; while working across the business to identify commercial synergies and opportunities for further collaboration in respect of science and industry.Ensuring the successful delivery of: The Cancer Grand Challenges Rosetta programme. A 6-year, £16m programme funded by Cancer Research UK (CRUK), which seeks to build a “google earth” view of cancer by mapping cancer tumours at a molecular level. Rosetta is delivered via a multidisciplinary scientific and industry led consortium including colleagues from Imperial College London, CRUK Beatson Institute (Glasgow), AstraZeneca, Francis Crick Institute, Institute of Cancer Research (London), Barts Cancer Institute (London), CRUK & CRUK Cancer Centre (University of Cambridge),NPL’s validation and industrialisation work-packages supporting the EU-funded Graphene Flagship. A €150m programme which aims to secure a major role for Europe in the ongoing technological revolution, helping to bring graphene innovation out of the lab and into commercial applications by 2023.A £2.3m Quantum Hub programme (delivering 27 projects) supporting the work of the EPSRC funded Hubs across the Universities of Glasgow, York, Birmingham & Oxford respectively.A proof of concept, rapid-response COVID-19 Biosensor anti-body assessment test in Spring/Summer 2020. Show less

Programme Manager for the Ecological Production Management Information System (EcoProMIS) International Partnership Programme. Programme objective is to support Colombian rice and oil palm farmers improve productivity and stabilise incomes to allow them to compete globally whilst responding to climate change, producing responsibly and protecting biodiversity. The project uses satellite earth observation combined with environmental and crop data to research the impact of crop and… Show more Programme Manager for the Ecological Production Management Information System (EcoProMIS) International Partnership Programme. Programme objective is to support Colombian rice and oil palm farmers improve productivity and stabilise incomes to allow them to compete globally whilst responding to climate change, producing responsibly and protecting biodiversity. The project uses satellite earth observation combined with environmental and crop data to research the impact of crop and ecosystem management on biodiversity, greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and crop productivity.The programme is supported by the UK Space Agency, in partnership with the UK-based decision support company, Agricompas and includes five sub-contractors: CIAT, Fedearroz, Cenipalma and Solidaridad (Colombia) and Pixalytics (UK). Show less

As Head of the Programme Management Office (PMO) I have responsibility for BRE Group’s overall project management function, providing leadership, management & governance/oversight of PMO processes & functions to improve the consistency & efficiency of our project delivery. Key accountabilities: Manage interdependencies & coordination across projects to ensure that information relating to project deliverables, risks & issues are effectively communicated between ExCo (C-Suite) &… Show more As Head of the Programme Management Office (PMO) I have responsibility for BRE Group’s overall project management function, providing leadership, management & governance/oversight of PMO processes & functions to improve the consistency & efficiency of our project delivery. Key accountabilities: Manage interdependencies & coordination across projects to ensure that information relating to project deliverables, risks & issues are effectively communicated between ExCo (C-Suite) & stakeholders ensuring that key performance indicators are monitored & evaluated.Identify & define the major strategic issues for the BRE Trust & Group and integrate diverse stakeholder interests to inform the development & prioritisation of project initiatives to proactively understand & mitigate business risk. Review organisational policies to enable the strategic coordination of multiple major projects & initiatives to improve efficiency & effectiveness of projectsFoster collaborative & mutually supportive relationships with project leaders & senior stakeholders, managing project interdependencies. Coordinate cross-functional team capability by providing coaching, training & support to enhance the Group’s project/program management capability, & improve collaborative development & project resultsSupport the delivery of BRE’s investment & Mergers & Acquisitions strategy by coordinating and leading discussions with acquisition targets. Participate in day-to-day deal execution, managing the due diligence process, tracking and coordinating information flow & reviewing and analysing company information (including financial modelling & projection). Prepare management / Board presentations & other materials for use in M&A transactions or strategic client dialog. Own relationships between BRE Group Board, target company management teams, transaction counterparties and other external advisors. Maintain relationship post-merger to ensure smooth execution & integration into BRE Group. Show less

Operations Manager for BRE Ltd, my role focused primarily on developing our internal project management processes to continue to support commercial growth.Management Consultant Position (7 months). Permanent contract thereafter.Key accountabilities:Delivering a Programme Management Office for BRE from a greenfield Project(s) Office status to a functional Programme office; Managing a group of 12 Consultants to support Research and Advisory activities across the… Show more Operations Manager for BRE Ltd, my role focused primarily on developing our internal project management processes to continue to support commercial growth.Management Consultant Position (7 months). Permanent contract thereafter.Key accountabilities:Delivering a Programme Management Office for BRE from a greenfield Project(s) Office status to a functional Programme office; Managing a group of 12 Consultants to support Research and Advisory activities across the Group by identifying opportunities in the UK, Europe, The Americas and China in order to continue to grow our advisory services, andDeveloping a business insight / enterprise team. Bringing together IT, Digital, Finance (Agresso) and Commercial colleagues to develop sharper client / information management practices, ultimately deploying Microsoft Dynamics to replace in-house customer databases. Show less

Working primarily on SQA activities within the area of digital assessment. My role involved taking the lead on the identification and communication of information and guidance to support the implementation of new operational procedures and practices.Specialising in: Development of contractual Joint Ventures with learning technology companies and the Joint Council for Qualifications to develop e-assessment platforms for use across national assessments.Improving item… Show more Working primarily on SQA activities within the area of digital assessment. My role involved taking the lead on the identification and communication of information and guidance to support the implementation of new operational procedures and practices.Specialising in: Development of contractual Joint Ventures with learning technology companies and the Joint Council for Qualifications to develop e-assessment platforms for use across national assessments.Improving item level meta-data analysis for assessment data sets.Supporting centres/candidates who seek to utilise IT in examinations. Recognising learning for exam candidates and continued professional development through the roll out of e-assessment / granular / independent learning recognition - OpenBadges Show less

Responsible for the programming of the processing team workload for all EST Scotland grant and loan contract activities.Liaise with key internal and external stakeholders including funders (Scottish Government), contractors, internal teams and applicants. Managed and maintained EST quality requirements, driving force behind the continual development and improvement of enquiry processes.

Responsible for the day to day operational management of grant and contract activities (Renewable Heat Premium Payments) with Whitehall clients (specifically the Department of Energy Climate Change and HM Treasury), and the associated private sector contracts leveraged from these activities.Accountable for securing our ongoing contracts with the UK Government and resourcing for specialist IT & delivery subcontractors (including establishing project scope, teaming agreements and… Show more Responsible for the day to day operational management of grant and contract activities (Renewable Heat Premium Payments) with Whitehall clients (specifically the Department of Energy Climate Change and HM Treasury), and the associated private sector contracts leveraged from these activities.Accountable for securing our ongoing contracts with the UK Government and resourcing for specialist IT & delivery subcontractors (including establishing project scope, teaming agreements and confidentiality frameworks).Oversight & management of budgets, P&Ls & delivery team for loan & grant programmes, ensuring accurate reporting & delivery against all client contracts (circa £17.5m & 24 staff).Managed contractual arrangements to ensure compliance with EST procedures and represent value for money. Ensuring that all programme activities were relevant, cost effective and efficiently managed to deliver on time to an appropriate standard, within budget. Show less

Prepared budgetary & activity forecasting requirements for the grant & loan programme(s),Manage & maintain EST quality requirements, responsible for driving an ethos of continual development for my direct-reports as well as applying this approach to reviewing, improving & developing new processes & standard documentation.Instituted a PMO office to deliver projects, mentored all members of staff, developing their training programmes & streamlining the processes across all… Show more Prepared budgetary & activity forecasting requirements for the grant & loan programme(s),Manage & maintain EST quality requirements, responsible for driving an ethos of continual development for my direct-reports as well as applying this approach to reviewing, improving & developing new processes & standard documentation.Instituted a PMO office to deliver projects, mentored all members of staff, developing their training programmes & streamlining the processes across all loan/grant/statistical reporting work in order to gain greater efficiency in processing times. Carried out 1-1’s & appraisal & reviewSteering Group member and judge for Vision in Business for the Environment of Scotland (VIBES) 2012 & 2013 awards. This involved liaising with business, reviewing environmental processes & practices, formally recommending new / alternative methods to help reduce carbon footprints, signposting and offering assistance in developing EMS practices including utilising BS 8555 and working towards gaining and maintaining ISO14001. Show less

Key Responsibilities: Conducting a root and branch review of the work of 3 Scottish Executive Health Committees; The Scottish Medical and Scientific Advisory Committee (SMASAC), the National Pharmacological Committee (NPC) & the National Dental Committee (NDAC) and overseeing the work of three secretariat functions and membership groups. Achievements: Preparing a report for the Scottish Chief Medical Officers, rationalising 3 secretariat functions into one and pooling the expertise of… Show more Key Responsibilities: Conducting a root and branch review of the work of 3 Scottish Executive Health Committees; The Scottish Medical and Scientific Advisory Committee (SMASAC), the National Pharmacological Committee (NPC) & the National Dental Committee (NDAC) and overseeing the work of three secretariat functions and membership groups. Achievements: Preparing a report for the Scottish Chief Medical Officers, rationalising 3 secretariat functions into one and pooling the expertise of three discrete membership bodies into one function. Presenting this directly to the Health Secretary & at the request of their office overseeing the delivery of the NHS Lothian and NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Annual reviews for 2008-09. Show less

Managed annual payments arrangement (£200m profile) maintained the internal CRM / finance systems, monitored affordability across year. Liaised with fund managers, ensured that accurate budget & payment records were in place.Prepared detailed financial reports for internal reporting purposes on programme fund expenditure and budget variances and prepared calculation of forecast total cash flow requirements for the Scottish Government.Developed an enquiry handling service… Show more Managed annual payments arrangement (£200m profile) maintained the internal CRM / finance systems, monitored affordability across year. Liaised with fund managers, ensured that accurate budget & payment records were in place.Prepared detailed financial reports for internal reporting purposes on programme fund expenditure and budget variances and prepared calculation of forecast total cash flow requirements for the Scottish Government.Developed an enquiry handling service, established SLAs to assist internal & external contacts by providing a framework to work within.Responsible for the annual issue of EU Student Fees guidance policy in consultation with SFC Board & reporting to Scottish Government & Parliamentary officials.Assisted in the development, implementation & roll-out of an Electronic Records Data Management system “Livelink‟ & led the data migration programme within Funding & Research directorates Show less

Supported the administration of the Research and Information Services; prepared staff induction programmes and maintained financial records, including invoicing and departmental financial tracking data. Assisted in the development of the Parliament’s Information Management strategy working closely with information service and research colleagues, Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals & ARMA International affiliates in order to determine suitable data and metadata… Show more Supported the administration of the Research and Information Services; prepared staff induction programmes and maintained financial records, including invoicing and departmental financial tracking data. Assisted in the development of the Parliament’s Information Management strategy working closely with information service and research colleagues, Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals & ARMA International affiliates in order to determine suitable data and metadata standards.Held responsibility for responding to Parliamentary FOI & Data Protection subject access requests which were routed through the Information Services team within SPICe, establishing clear standards of service for our internal (MSPs) & external (public) clients. Show less

Supporting the work of the Parole Board as a tribunal NDPB; scrutinising cases, determining meeting schedules, recording the minutes of each case ensuring all decision were communicated to appropriate parties/agencies. Oversaw the enquiry handling service for: Members, Government, legal, victim & press enquiries. Handled Data Protection / FOI & Legal Aid requests. Developed the Information Management Structure, file plan and ERDM strategy for the Parole… Show more Supporting the work of the Parole Board as a tribunal NDPB; scrutinising cases, determining meeting schedules, recording the minutes of each case ensuring all decision were communicated to appropriate parties/agencies. Oversaw the enquiry handling service for: Members, Government, legal, victim & press enquiries. Handled Data Protection / FOI & Legal Aid requests. Developed the Information Management Structure, file plan and ERDM strategy for the Parole Secretariat.AchievementsSeconded to a Project Manager post for a Ministerial Review of the Board; determined case eligibility, clerked meetings, provided secretariat and procedural support for members and write-up for report and Parliamentary evidence for submission to the Scottish Parliament Justice Committee. Lead member from Secretariat on Bill team drafting the Custodial Sentences and Weapons (Scotland) Act 2007. Show less