Board, Government Relations and Chief Executive Advisers - 7058
3
London
London
Ergon House, Marsham Street, London, SW1P 4DF
Staff Grade 5
Permanent
Full Time
Administration / Corporate Support
£34,330
Opportunities have arisen for three talented individuals to join teams across Governance and Engagement.
Adviser, Chief Executive’s Office: has principal responsibility for the Chief Executive’s workflow and schedule, and is an essential contributor to the execution of his business commitments and engagement activity.
Board Governance Adviser: a key player in the successful delivery of the meetings and responsibilities of the Environment Agency’s Board and Executive and their committees.
Government Relations Adviser: one of the principal points of contact for Secretary of State and ministers’ offices and an adviser to Environment Agency colleagues on parliamentary and political matters and MP engagement.
All roles involve:
Representing our senior leaders to ministers and key stakeholders
Acting as a key point of contact for internal and external customers
Adapting to shifting priorities and reacting to short notice requests from senior figures
Coordinating high quality briefings/papers for senior customers
Leading and coordinating effective visits and events
Building and maintaining effective working relationships across the Defra Group
Support and supervision of team members
Team working during incidents (including out of hours working)
Due to the direct support all three roles provide to key staff, all roles are based in London and attract London Weighting.
Adviser, Chief Executive’s Office: has principal responsibility for the Chief Executive’s workflow and schedule, and is an essential contributor to the execution of his business commitments and engagement activity.
Board Governance Adviser: a key player in the successful delivery of the meetings and responsibilities of the Environment Agency’s Board and Executive and their committees.
Government Relations Adviser: one of the principal points of contact for Secretary of State and ministers’ offices and an adviser to Environment Agency colleagues on parliamentary and political matters and MP engagement.
All roles involve:
Representing our senior leaders to ministers and key stakeholders
Acting as a key point of contact for internal and external customers
Adapting to shifting priorities and reacting to short notice requests from senior figures
Coordinating high quality briefings/papers for senior customers
Leading and coordinating effective visits and events
Building and maintaining effective working relationships across the Defra Group
Support and supervision of team members
Team working during incidents (including out of hours working)
Due to the direct support all three roles provide to key staff, all roles are based in London and attract London Weighting.
The roles are within the Governance and Engagement teams in the Chief Executive’s Directorate, a busy group focussed on supporting the senior leaders of the Environment Agency, including the Chair, Board and Chief Executive. The teams focus on managing engagement with Parliament, Ministers and MPs, supporting the governance of the Board and its Committees.
The three vacancies are in our Government Relations, Board Governance and Executive Support teams, who are all based in central London.
The three vacancies are in our Government Relations, Board Governance and Executive Support teams, who are all based in central London.
Essential
An understanding of when to ask colleagues for guidance and support
Experience in a customer-facing role, with an emphasis on building relationships with key stakeholders and maintaining the positive reputation of an office or service
Ability to work comfortably with senior managers
Ability to foster a broad network of contacts, building rapport and relationships
Good political judgement and awareness, and an understanding of parliamentary and Government processes (Government Relations Adviser)
Experience of taking accurate minutes in formal meetings (Board Governance Adviser)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to deliver high quality work to tight deadlines
Proven experience in a fast paced environment managing a demanding workload
Works well under pressure and adapts to shifting priorities
Desirable
Experience of working in an emergency or incident capacity
Experience in a large organisation or Government
Ability to present data and information in a clear, comprehensible style and format
An understanding of when to ask colleagues for guidance and support
Experience in a customer-facing role, with an emphasis on building relationships with key stakeholders and maintaining the positive reputation of an office or service
Ability to work comfortably with senior managers
Ability to foster a broad network of contacts, building rapport and relationships
Good political judgement and awareness, and an understanding of parliamentary and Government processes (Government Relations Adviser)
Experience of taking accurate minutes in formal meetings (Board Governance Adviser)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to deliver high quality work to tight deadlines
Proven experience in a fast paced environment managing a demanding workload
Works well under pressure and adapts to shifting priorities
Desirable
Experience of working in an emergency or incident capacity
Experience in a large organisation or Government
Ability to present data and information in a clear, comprehensible style and format
Closing Date: 26th November 2017 at 23:55 hours
If you have any queries please contact Ed Telford at edward.telford@environment-agency.gov.uk.
If you have any queries please contact Ed Telford at edward.telford@environment-agency.gov.uk.
26/11/2017, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Communicates Effectively
• Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing.
• Anticipates the main issues and prepares responses.
• Is an active listener, has time for people; seeks their contribution.
• Considers needs of and impact on audience, anticipates reactions and uses appropriate communication method and style.
Please provide examples to demonstrate your relevant skills and experience.
• Anticipates the main issues and prepares responses.
• Is an active listener, has time for people; seeks their contribution.
• Considers needs of and impact on audience, anticipates reactions and uses appropriate communication method and style.
Please provide examples to demonstrate your relevant skills and experience.
Achieves Results
• Is resilient and performs well under pressure;
• Willing to put in extra effort to meet urgent deadlines when required; shows dedication and commitment;;
• Anticipates potential issues and develops alternative action
• Maximises work output by setting goals and priorities, tracking and measuring outcomes and taking swift remedial action when necessary.
Please provide examples to demonstrate your relevant skills and experience.
• Willing to put in extra effort to meet urgent deadlines when required; shows dedication and commitment;;
• Anticipates potential issues and develops alternative action
• Maximises work output by setting goals and priorities, tracking and measuring outcomes and taking swift remedial action when necessary.
Please provide examples to demonstrate your relevant skills and experience.
Focuses on Customers and Partners
• Recognises and addresses the needs of internal and external customers
• Identifies and addresses the needs of customers and manages their expectations.
• Anticipates and balances the needs of a range of customers with conflicting priorities.
• Takes personal responsibility to meet customer needs; is polite, courteous and professional.
Please provide examples to demonstrate your relevant skills and experience.
• Identifies and addresses the needs of customers and manages their expectations.
• Anticipates and balances the needs of a range of customers with conflicting priorities.
• Takes personal responsibility to meet customer needs; is polite, courteous and professional.
Please provide examples to demonstrate your relevant skills and experience.
Manages Self
Please state your preference as to which of the role(s) you would like to be considered for: Chief Executive's Office Adviser, Board Governance Adviser, Government Relations Adviser.
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.