Project Support Officer - 23363
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East Midlands, West Midlands
Birmingham , Kettering , Lincoln , Peterborough
Kingfisher House, Nene House, Ceres House, 2 Searby Rd, LN2 4DT, AQUA HOUSE BIRMINGHAM B3 1AQ
Staff Grade 3
Permanent
Full Time
Administration / Corporate Support, Knowledge & Information Management, Other, Programme and Project Management, Project Delivery
£24,213
At the Environment Agency we strive to ensure that everything we do counts towards leaving a legacy to be proud of – for people, communities and the environment, for all of us and future generations to enjoy.
As a Project Support Officer, you’ll give our teams the support they need by efficiently and accurately handling project information. It’s a valued role that will see you supporting a wide range of projects, giving you an in-depth understanding of large-scale projects that are having a hugely positive effect.
Day to day you'll be handling and processing data, preparing newsletters and briefings, running reports and providing vital support to meetings. This role provides a diverse range of work to help and support colleagues be ever-more effective in their roles. You’ll accompany Project Managers on site visits and help out with community events. As you grow in confidence, we’ll support your ambitions too – and help you use the experience as a springboard for your career. Communication skills and organisation are essential for this role
As a Project Support Officer, you’ll give our teams the support they need by efficiently and accurately handling project information. It’s a valued role that will see you supporting a wide range of projects, giving you an in-depth understanding of large-scale projects that are having a hugely positive effect.
Day to day you'll be handling and processing data, preparing newsletters and briefings, running reports and providing vital support to meetings. This role provides a diverse range of work to help and support colleagues be ever-more effective in their roles. You’ll accompany Project Managers on site visits and help out with community events. As you grow in confidence, we’ll support your ambitions too – and help you use the experience as a springboard for your career. Communication skills and organisation are essential for this role
The Lincs and Northants team sits within the Programme and Contract Management, part of Major Projects and Programme Delivery team.
We provide project and programme management capability, delivering projects in Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire. Our well-qualified award winning teams manage a wide range of projects throughout their lifecycle to deliver outcomes for flood risk and resilience, wildlife, nature and our communities. Adding value and delivering results through collaboration is at the heart of what we do.
We provide project and programme management capability, delivering projects in Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire. Our well-qualified award winning teams manage a wide range of projects throughout their lifecycle to deliver outcomes for flood risk and resilience, wildlife, nature and our communities. Adding value and delivering results through collaboration is at the heart of what we do.
• Positive, proactive and enthusiastic
• Innovative and able to improve existing processes
• Excellent communication skills
• Highly organised, ability to use initiative and manage own time
• Ability to coordinate the activities of others
• Proficient in use of the Microsoft Office Suite, in particular PowerPoint and Excel
• Knowledge or experience in the use of SharePoint
• Be interested and have some experience in project support/project management, and have an understanding of the project management lifecycle
• An ability to analyse, interpret and display data, so it can be effectively presented
• Have some knowledge or experience of commercial and contract management and financial processes.
• Innovative and able to improve existing processes
• Excellent communication skills
• Highly organised, ability to use initiative and manage own time
• Ability to coordinate the activities of others
• Proficient in use of the Microsoft Office Suite, in particular PowerPoint and Excel
• Knowledge or experience in the use of SharePoint
• Be interested and have some experience in project support/project management, and have an understanding of the project management lifecycle
• An ability to analyse, interpret and display data, so it can be effectively presented
• Have some knowledge or experience of commercial and contract management and financial processes.
Benefits include generous pension provision and leave entitlement. Our flexible working practices support a healthy work/life balance and offer numerous choices to help accommodate the demands that various personal commitments may present. Excellent training and learning opportunities are available for those wanting to progress their career.
Base location can be flexible within the Midlands Hub but with an expectation of co-locating in Hub or delivery partner offices typically for at least 2 days a week.
We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community wishing to join a workforce which embraces difference and welcomes everyone.
For any questions about the role, please contact Vaughan Felton: Vaughan.felton@environment-agency.gov.uk / 07879493154.
Base location can be flexible within the Midlands Hub but with an expectation of co-locating in Hub or delivery partner offices typically for at least 2 days a week.
We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community wishing to join a workforce which embraces difference and welcomes everyone.
For any questions about the role, please contact Vaughan Felton: Vaughan.felton@environment-agency.gov.uk / 07879493154.
09/08/2022, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Communicates Effectively
Listens and questions to understand and engage. Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately, and persuasively. Uses various mediums and forums to communicate through speech, writing and with visual materials.
You may find it helpful to use the STAR approach when providing your response.
You may find it helpful to use the STAR approach when providing your response.
Manages Self
Has full awareness of own strengths, weaknesses, impact and approach. Effectively organises self and takes personal responsibility for own role in the Environment Agency.
You may find it helpful to use the STAR approach when providing your response.
You may find it helpful to use the STAR approach when providing your response.
Data and Information Management
Collects, analyses, interprets, records, manages, develops and shares data, material or information appropriately for a variety of purposes.
You may find it helpful to use the STAR approach when providing your response.
You may find it helpful to use the STAR approach when providing your response.
Works in Teams
Works co-operatively as part of a team to achieve common goals.
You may find it helpful to use the STAR approach when providing your response.
You may find it helpful to use the STAR approach when providing your response.
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.