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 01473558914.