Programme Manager - Drug and Alcohol Services

Pay Rate - £400 per day
Temporary contract - 3 months
Full-time - 37 hours per week
Hybrid working - minimum 2 days per week in Ipswich
Flexible working options available

Are you ready to lead impactful change in substance misuse services? Suffolk County Council is seeking a confident, experienced Programme Manager to oversee the delivery of key drug and alcohol initiatives, including our community treatment contract and improvement plans.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in improving the lives of people affected by drug and alcohol issues, while working as part of a dynamic Public Health and Communities team. You will lead system-wide improvements, influence key partners, and help deliver the Government's 10-year Drug Strategy through Suffolk's Combatting Drugs Partnership.

About the Role

As Programme Manager, you will:

Lead the delivery of the drug and alcohol community treatment contract and its improvement plan
Drive strategic interventions for people with alcohol addictions
Support the delivery of Suffolk's responsibilities under the national Drug Strategy
Collaborate with stakeholders across local authorities, NHS, voluntary sector, and other partners
Manage complex programmes and budgets, influence policy, and deliver results

What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone with:

Substantial experience leading complex programmes in public health or a related field
Strong leadership, influencing, and project management skills
In-depth knowledge of substance misuse strategies, commissioning, and service improvement
Ability to deliver system-wide change with compassion, insight, and evidence-based practice
A relevant postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience

Why Join Us?

At Suffolk County Council, we believe in empowering people to make a difference. You'll join a forward-thinking, collaborative team that is committed to improving health outcomes and tackling inequalities. Our flexible and inclusive working culture offers:

Hybrid and part-time working options
Compressed hours or term-time only working
Access to staff networks and learning and development opportunities
A genuine focus on wellbeing and inclusion

How to Apply

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact (phone number removed)