E&B Specialist - Economics - 9404
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National
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Staff Grade 6
Fixed Term
Full Time
Economics, Environment & Sustainability
£43, 777 pro rata
EU Exit requires us to consider how we will manage chemicals regulation in the future. Existing chemical regulations will need to continue to operate efficiently after EU Exit to deliver a high level of environmental protection. We are currently reviewing and planning our future role in managing the risks from chemicals post Exit. This role will:
•Provide socio-economic input on issues such as risk management of chemicals, including relevant research projects
•Critically assess third party reports and evidence relating to environmental regulation of chemicals
•Produce formal comments and briefings during consultations and committee discussions on risk management of chemicals, and contribute economic analysis for UK regulatory dossiers or positions
•Ensure natural capital benefits are considered in future risk management decisions.
•Help develop sustainable funding options for the regulation of chemicals and contribute to our decision making processes for prioritising regulatory effort.
You will use tools such as cost-benefit analysis, impact assessment and options appraisal in determining the appropriate type and level of intervention in responding to environment related market failures. Previous knowledge and experience of environmental risk management, chemicals and water pollution regulation would be beneficial. You will work closely with economists in the REACH Competent Authority and DEFRA.
•Provide socio-economic input on issues such as risk management of chemicals, including relevant research projects
•Critically assess third party reports and evidence relating to environmental regulation of chemicals
•Produce formal comments and briefings during consultations and committee discussions on risk management of chemicals, and contribute economic analysis for UK regulatory dossiers or positions
•Ensure natural capital benefits are considered in future risk management decisions.
•Help develop sustainable funding options for the regulation of chemicals and contribute to our decision making processes for prioritising regulatory effort.
You will use tools such as cost-benefit analysis, impact assessment and options appraisal in determining the appropriate type and level of intervention in responding to environment related market failures. Previous knowledge and experience of environmental risk management, chemicals and water pollution regulation would be beneficial. You will work closely with economists in the REACH Competent Authority and DEFRA.
You will be part of the Environment Agency national EU Exit Chemicals Programme. The Programme is leading work to develop the right organisational links, governance, activities, processes, systems and funding to protect the environment from chemical manufacture, use & disposal.
You will need to have experience of:
•Applying economic thinking to complex situations
•Developing relevant analysis to address policy questions
•Communicating complex analysis effectively
•Developing effective working relationships with internal and external specialists and stakeholders.
•Applying economic thinking to complex situations
•Developing relevant analysis to address policy questions
•Communicating complex analysis effectively
•Developing effective working relationships with internal and external specialists and stakeholders.
Closing Date: 27th November 2018 at 23:55
This role is office-based. All our office locations will be considered; but regular travel to London, Birmingham and Bristol will be required. You will also be expected to travel for meetings across the UK as required and may be required to travel abroad.
To discuss the role, contact Matt Womersley (matt.womersley@environment-agency.gov.uk)
This role is office-based. All our office locations will be considered; but regular travel to London, Birmingham and Bristol will be required. You will also be expected to travel for meetings across the UK as required and may be required to travel abroad.
To discuss the role, contact Matt Womersley (matt.womersley@environment-agency.gov.uk)
27/11/2018, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
2 years
Data and Information Management
Give an account of your experience in applying socio-economic analysis to risk assessment and decision making within your organisation.
Takes Decisions and Solves Problems
Give example(s) of your approach to decision making and problem solving. Explain why these techniques have been effective.
Focuses on Efficiency, Innovation and Quality
Using previous relevant experience, explain how you’ve incorporated continuous improvement into ways of working within your organisation.
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.