Chief Officer - Department of Education, Sport and Culture
20 October by Department of Education, Sport and Culture
Job Description
About the role
The Department of Education, Sport and Culture (DESC) plays a central role in the social, economic and cultural life of the Isle of Man, with responsibility for education from primary through to further and higher education, sport and physical activity through to Manx Sport and Recreation, and a stewardship of key cultural venues including the Gaiety Theatre and the Villa Marina.
As Chief Officer, you will be the most senior civil servant in the Department, accountable for strategic leadership across a broad, highprofile portfolio with a direct impact on Island residents and communities. Working at the heart of Government, you will set clear direction, ensure strong governance and performance, and lead delivery in line with wider Government priorities.
This role requires an experienced executive leader, capable of operating confidently in a politically led environment and providing trusted advice and assurance to elected Members. You will hold overall accountability for one of the Isle of Man Government’s largest and most complex Departments, leading over 2,000 staff, managing an annual budget in excess of £150m, and overseeing the Island’s 32 primary schools, five secondary schools and University College Isle of Man, alongside sport, leisure and cultural services.
You will be accountable for ensuring services are sustainable, high-performing and responsive to Government priorities across the whole department. Working closely with senior colleagues across Government, you will drive improvement, manage change and ensure services are sustainable and highperforming.
You will be a visible, credible and trusted leader, able to inspire confidence, build strong relationships and provide assurance that all services are being delivered to a consistently high standard and in the best interests of the Isle of Man community.
A workplace that invests in you
Making the Isle of Man your new home
A hidden gem in the Irish Sea, the Isle of Man boasts an extensive coastline, stunning natural landscapes and unspoilt beaches. There are an abundance of opportunities and lots of places to discover!
You can visit our great cafes, bars and restaurants, and become part of the Island’s close-knit community. The island is well connected to the UK with quick, direct flights and ferries to many destinations.
Want to find out more about Island life? Visit www.locate.im to find out why you should make your move to the Isle of Man!
Working for the Isle of Man Public Service
We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.
We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager.
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.
Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.
We are committed to achieving net zero by 2050 and as an entire nation UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, we are transforming public services for a sustainable future where your contributions will directly benefit our community, economy and environment.
Things to note
A security clearance check is required for this post, the cost of which will be covered by the Isle of Man Government.
Ready to apply?
If you would like to find out more about this unique appointment, you can access the full job pack, including the job description and further information about the role, via the link at the bottom of this advert. Alternatively, our recruitment partners at Tile Hill will be happy to answer any questions you may have. You can contact:
- Anita Denton on 07725 554802 or [email protected]
- Amin Aziz on 07436 146281 or [email protected]
