Job Description

This opportunity is only open to applicants who are currently 'Priority Movers'. Applications from individuals not currently on the Priority Mover list will be rejected and not considered.

We are the trusted producer of Scotland’s population statistics, including taking the Census of Scotland’s population every 10 years. The next Census is in 2031 and will be delivered in partnership with the Office for National Statistics (ONS) and Northern Ireland Statistics & Research Agency (NISRA). This is one of the largest digital programmes delivered in Scotland, gathering data from every household across a population of c.5.7m.

You should note that Scotland’s Census is a time limited project which will run until 2032 depending on the role. Staff who are on permanent contracts will remain with NRS after this time whilst a new, suitable role is found. Please contact the line manager named in this advert if you have any further questions

As a Senior Product Manager in the Census Programme you will work with Lead Product Managers, Business Analysts, User Researchers, Designers and other experts to understand user needs, and work with programme stakeholders and delivery partners to put into place new processes, products and services as required to meet those needs, ensuring that National Records of Scotland successfully collects the data needed to understand Scotland’s people and plan for the future.

Responsibilities

• Identify and compare the best processes or delivery methods to use, including measuring and evaluating outcomes
• help teams to manage and visualise outcomes, prioritise work and adhere to agreed minimum viable product (MVP), priorities and scope
• demonstrate an advanced understanding of design, technology and data principles
• identify and implement solutions for assisted digital
• realise the benefit of a product and persuade others that it's the right one to use
• apply experience in multiple parts of the product life cycle
• plan and engage with the appropriate stakeholders at a particular stage in the project
• design operational processes for the running and maintenance of products or services throughout their product life cycle
• understand how the problem fits into the larger picture
• effectively get buy-in from the organisation
• collaborate with user researchers and represent users internally
• prioritise and mitigate constraints, adapting the approach as required

Working pattern

This role is a permanent level transfer position.

How to Apply

Applications for this position will only be accepted from substantive B3 employees.

Please submit a statement outlining your suitability for the role, relevant skills and experience, and what you would bring to the team (maximum 500 words).

Vacancy closes at 11:59pm

Selection Process

All applications will be invited to an informal discussion with the hiring manager.

Informal discussions are to be confirmed.

Further Information

If you have specific questions about the role, please contact Joshua.Mouldey@nrscotland.gov.uk

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