FCRM Mapping and Modelling Senior Advisor - 17902
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National
All
All
Staff Grade 6
Permanent
Full Time, Part Time
Digital, Environment & Sustainability, Geography, Risk Management
£46,374 pro-rata
We’re looking for a senior advisor who will help us to deliver a number of high priority projects, as well as supporting the services we manage internally and externally (to the Environment Agency). You would be working with a range of customers both outside of Defra and within, and may involve managing a member, or members of the team.
The FCRM Mapping and Modelling team in Risk Assessment and Investment, are responsible for shaping organisational delivery of flood risk maps, models and the data that supports them to ensure we (and our flood and coastal partners) are using the best evidence to underpin our flood risk management decision making. We work with Government, internal national teams and local area teams to ensure customer needs for information and products are understood and delivered upon.
We’re looking for someone with a strong knowledge of mapping, modelling and data and how they can apply it to our challenges, and who is enthusiastic about delivering work which is a high priority to the Environment Agency and to the people we work with.
You'll need show that you are
• Excellent at communicating with both technical and non-technical groups;
• Able to achieve results working flexibly across a number of different projects and work areas at the same;
• Good at taking decisions and solving problems under pressure
• The ability to influence and persuade others
You'll need show that you are
• Excellent at communicating with both technical and non-technical groups;
• Able to achieve results working flexibly across a number of different projects and work areas at the same;
• Good at taking decisions and solving problems under pressure
• The ability to influence and persuade others
This is a permanent role in a national team which does involve travel (COVID permitting). We encourage people interested in both full time and flexible working (such as reduced hours) roles to apply.
For further details please contact Mark Todd, FCRM Manager on 07920 703781 or by email: mark.todd@environment-agency.gov.uk
For further details please contact Mark Todd, FCRM Manager on 07920 703781 or by email: mark.todd@environment-agency.gov.uk
23/06/2021, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Achieves Results
Please give a work example(s) which show how you meet the following indicators we use to assess this competency:
Definition
Identifies and seizes the opportunity to create, introduce and implement new or improved methods, processes and without, compromising quality or accuracy.
Indicators
· Maximises work output by setting goals and priorities tracking and measuring outcomes and taking swift remedial action when necessary.
· Can be relied upon to regularly exceed goals agreed
· Is tenacious and perseveres when others might give up and by doing so achieves the desired results
· Anticipates forth-coming issues and adjusts actions as necessary.
· Willing to put in extra effort to meet urgent deadlines when required; shows dedication and commitment;; “goes the extra mile”
· Is resilient and performs well under pressure; responds positively to setbacks and develops alternative action
Definition
Identifies and seizes the opportunity to create, introduce and implement new or improved methods, processes and without, compromising quality or accuracy.
Indicators
· Maximises work output by setting goals and priorities tracking and measuring outcomes and taking swift remedial action when necessary.
· Can be relied upon to regularly exceed goals agreed
· Is tenacious and perseveres when others might give up and by doing so achieves the desired results
· Anticipates forth-coming issues and adjusts actions as necessary.
· Willing to put in extra effort to meet urgent deadlines when required; shows dedication and commitment;; “goes the extra mile”
· Is resilient and performs well under pressure; responds positively to setbacks and develops alternative action
Focuses on Efficiency, Innovation and Quality
Please give a work example(s) which show how you meet the following indicators we use to assess this competency:
Definition
Identifies and seizes the opportunity to create, introduce and implement new or improved methods, processes and without, compromising quality or accuracy.
Indicators
· Takes responsibility for the quality and timeliness of own work, admits errors when necessary and quickly takes action to rectify
· Demonstrates an ongoing concern to improve performance and increase efficiency.
· Checks and ensures the accuracy of information received and produces work that is right first time.
· Puts in place checks to ensure that plans and processes are being carried out to the required degree of accuracy.
· Actively seeks and implements opportunities to maximise efficiency and effectiveness of self and the team.
· Ensures that data and information are always delivered in an accurate, timely and legal manner.
· Proactively looks for better ways of doing things; learns from events and seeks to improve future performance.
Definition
Identifies and seizes the opportunity to create, introduce and implement new or improved methods, processes and without, compromising quality or accuracy.
Indicators
· Takes responsibility for the quality and timeliness of own work, admits errors when necessary and quickly takes action to rectify
· Demonstrates an ongoing concern to improve performance and increase efficiency.
· Checks and ensures the accuracy of information received and produces work that is right first time.
· Puts in place checks to ensure that plans and processes are being carried out to the required degree of accuracy.
· Actively seeks and implements opportunities to maximise efficiency and effectiveness of self and the team.
· Ensures that data and information are always delivered in an accurate, timely and legal manner.
· Proactively looks for better ways of doing things; learns from events and seeks to improve future performance.
Influences and Persuades Others
Please give a work example(s) which show how you meet the following indicators we use to assess this competency:
Definition
Presenting a case in a convincing and attractive way that will win people over, encouraging them to follow plans willingly; often succeeding where logic and reason alone would fail.
Indicators
· Gathers relevant data, marshals facts and prepares sound arguments
· Listens to other’s opinions, understanding their viewpoints, needs and concerns; responds appropriately; lobbies others in advance
· Presents a credible case and explains the benefits to the audience/listener; anticipates the main objections/arguments
· Responds to the needs and style of the listener when influencing.
· Seeks to achieve a “win-win” outcome and develop the relationship with the person(s) being influenced.
· Prepares convincing written arguments on complex issues, presenting information logically, concisely and persuasively.
· Able to modify and reformulate case, read the listener’s mood and adjust accordingly
· Plans and prepares influencing strategies for key players and opinion leaders.
Definition
Presenting a case in a convincing and attractive way that will win people over, encouraging them to follow plans willingly; often succeeding where logic and reason alone would fail.
Indicators
· Gathers relevant data, marshals facts and prepares sound arguments
· Listens to other’s opinions, understanding their viewpoints, needs and concerns; responds appropriately; lobbies others in advance
· Presents a credible case and explains the benefits to the audience/listener; anticipates the main objections/arguments
· Responds to the needs and style of the listener when influencing.
· Seeks to achieve a “win-win” outcome and develop the relationship with the person(s) being influenced.
· Prepares convincing written arguments on complex issues, presenting information logically, concisely and persuasively.
· Able to modify and reformulate case, read the listener’s mood and adjust accordingly
· Plans and prepares influencing strategies for key players and opinion leaders.
Focuses on Customers and Partners
Please give a work example(s) which show how you meet the following indicators we use to assess this competency:
Definition
Addresses the needs of internal and external customers, provides rapid and effective responses
Indicators
· Recognises the concept of both internal and external customers and treats both equally well.
· Identifies and addresses the needs of customers, delivering what is promised and ensuring that they are satisfied with the outcomes.
· Takes personal responsibility to meet customer needs; is polite, courteous and professional
· Ensures customers receive consistent and clear messages supported by accurate and timely information.
· Regularly monitors and measures customer satisfaction and looks for ways to improve customer service
· Anticipates and balances the needs of a range of customers with conflicting priorities.
· Keeps customers informed and manages expectations
· Handles complaints effectively, defuses anger and tension and resolves problem
Definition
Addresses the needs of internal and external customers, provides rapid and effective responses
Indicators
· Recognises the concept of both internal and external customers and treats both equally well.
· Identifies and addresses the needs of customers, delivering what is promised and ensuring that they are satisfied with the outcomes.
· Takes personal responsibility to meet customer needs; is polite, courteous and professional
· Ensures customers receive consistent and clear messages supported by accurate and timely information.
· Regularly monitors and measures customer satisfaction and looks for ways to improve customer service
· Anticipates and balances the needs of a range of customers with conflicting priorities.
· Keeps customers informed and manages expectations
· Handles complaints effectively, defuses anger and tension and resolves problem
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.