Katherine Rooney

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ABOUT KATHERINE ROONEY

An experienced project, operations and people manager, with roots in community engagement - I am confident in customer-facing roles and with complex stakeholder management. I am mission-driven and thrive when working on projects that make the world a better place. As a natural leader with exemplary facilitation skills, I enjoy working collaboratively in cross-functional teams.*10+ years project and operations management*, including delivery of two large IT/Digital projects from within local government (The Bristol Open Data Platform and a real-time transport data API).*15+ years community engagement, building and supporting community groups (including Co-Ops, CIC\'s and registered charities) from the ground up. Community engagement, group facilitation and volunteer management.*6 years within a software SME, working to Agile methodologies*(principally Kanban and Lean). Acting as the customer voice, with a focus on customer success and retention. Management of remote team and delivery of operational change projects in response to unexpected situations, small process changes, or systemic / organisational change.*10+ years government sector expertise*. In-depth knowledge of the unique challenges and regulatory frameworks, ensuring projects are compliant and aligned with government objectives. Working knowledge of the gov.uk design system, GDS Service Standard and web accessibility regulations (WCAG).*10+ years UK government procurement*. End to end procurement process from within local government, including scoping, drafting of ITT and requirements, market engagement, bid review and letting of contracts, using G Cloud Marketplace and procurement portals. As the supplier, opportunity assessment, bid drafting/assembly, development of budgets and project plans.