Senior Advisor (National Data Lead) - 17091
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National
All
All
Staff Grade 6
Fixed Term
Full Time
Geography
£46,374 pro-rata
Do you want to play a lead role within a team that analyses whether the Environment Agency is making a difference to the environment? If so, we might be the team for you. As part of Statutory Assessment and Reporting within the Environment & Business directorate, you will be responsible for working with the team to identify a new generation of data flows, databases and IT systems. The need for this work has been triggered by substantial investment in a new way of carrying out national scale assessment and evaluation of the environment. The River Surveillance Network is one example of the new approach. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your GIS and data management expertise in a high profile technical leadership role - you will be bold, creative and expert in creating and using data and spatial evidence to underpin evidence, assessment, planning and delivery. Your engagement, communication and relationship building skills will be key as one of your main tasks in this role will be to persuade others to fund the development of the tools, systems and products you identify as being essential to delivery.
We are a growing team of data and information specialists who work on the analysis, management and sharing of some of the key information that drives the organisation’s environment activity. We work with government to improve environmental legislation and with a variety of stakeholders to improve the way we provide environmental information, such as bathing water quality, to the public. We have a reputation for being an engaging people-orientated team despite our dispersed nature.
You should have:
• the ability to work well as part of a dispersed team and within a programme management environment
• experience of identifying the need for new data tools, systems or outputs
• a track record of successful delivery with strong focus on networking and relationship management
• experience in delivering through others, with good inter-personal and organising skills
- knowledge of how classification results are compiled from the ground up
- knowledge of what existing systems (e.g. CPS) offer and what the EA's existing data strategies will deliver
- knowledge of IT funding routes is desirable but not necessary
• the ability to work well as part of a dispersed team and within a programme management environment
• experience of identifying the need for new data tools, systems or outputs
• a track record of successful delivery with strong focus on networking and relationship management
• experience in delivering through others, with good inter-personal and organising skills
- knowledge of how classification results are compiled from the ground up
- knowledge of what existing systems (e.g. CPS) offer and what the EA's existing data strategies will deliver
- knowledge of IT funding routes is desirable but not necessary
The host department may have further similar job opportunities. If you don’t secure a role at this time but give a successful interview, we’ll place you on a reserve list. Where possible, we will attempt to backfill vacancies that arise in the next six months from this reserve list.
Our team promotes an inclusive culture and welcome all applicants, including disabled, LGBT+ or Black Asian and Minority Ethnic colleagues. Part time and job share applications also encouraged.
Contact: Owen Lewis- owen.lewis@environment-agency.gov.uk
Our team promotes an inclusive culture and welcome all applicants, including disabled, LGBT+ or Black Asian and Minority Ethnic colleagues. Part time and job share applications also encouraged.
Contact: Owen Lewis- owen.lewis@environment-agency.gov.uk
22/04/2021, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
12 months
Delivers Results Through Others
Harnesses the team to deliver results on time, to required standards and in line with organisational processes and procedures.
Networks
Establishes and maintains a wide variety of internal and external contacts for the benefit of the Environment Agency.
Communicates Effectively
Listens and questions to understand and engage. Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing.
Data and Information Management
Collects, analyses, interprets, records, manages, develops and shares data, material or information appropriately for a variety of purposes.
Driving Licence Preferred but not essential
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
This Vacancy is closed to applications.