Plastics & Sustainability Project Support Officer - 8644
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South West
Bodmin , Exeter
Sir John Moore House, Manley House
Staff Grade 3
Fixed Term
Full Time
Environment & Sustainability
£22,433 (pro-rata)
Together, we can make plastic pollution a thing of the past. We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated person to work with a highly motivated team on reducing the amount of plastic pollution caused by agriculture. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to contribute to the understanding and development of new initiatives in reducing plastic pollution and help create a circular economy within this sector. This role will largely be field-based and requires a person who is kind, well organised, with excellent communication skills. An understanding of the waste industry would also be an advantage.
A new Plastics and Sustainability was created earlier this year, working to support communities and businesses reduce, recover and remove plastic in the environment. The team is based in Devon, Cornwall and the IoS and forms part of the Environmental Monitoring Assessment and Analyses Team. This role will report to the Plastics and Sustainability Team Programme Manager.
You will:
• be well organised, able to prioritise a varied workload and maintain attention to detail to ensure your work is delivered to a high standard;
• demonstrate excellent communication skills, able to influence others and deliver to tight timescales;
• be self-motivated working well in team environment and under your own initiative;
• Previous experience/knowledge of the agricultural sector is an advantage.
• be well organised, able to prioritise a varied workload and maintain attention to detail to ensure your work is delivered to a high standard;
• demonstrate excellent communication skills, able to influence others and deliver to tight timescales;
• be self-motivated working well in team environment and under your own initiative;
• Previous experience/knowledge of the agricultural sector is an advantage.
Closing Date: 18th August 2018 at 23:55 hours
If you have any additional queries about the role, please email the Programme Manager at Jessica.hickie@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Please note that C.V. submissions are not required.
If you have any additional queries about the role, please email the Programme Manager at Jessica.hickie@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Please note that C.V. submissions are not required.
18/08/2018, 23:55 hours
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12 month contract
Develops, delivers and implements strategic plans for the sustainable use, protection and improvement of our environment.
We are looking for someone to make a real difference to the environment by contributing to a wider programme. Explain how you have collected information and applied what you found to a specific project. How did you evaluate and develop your ideas to reach the intended outcomes?
Engages others
We believe that making work-life fun gets people energised and this is when we get the best results. We are looking for people who have a track record of participative engagement where trust is built and conflict is managed. Demonstrate how you work to engage others and build relationships.
Influences and Persuades Others
Being able to present a case in a convincing and attractive way that will win people over is an essential capability. You will need to be able to demonstrate how you modify and reformulate yourself by reading the audience's mood and adjust accordingly. We are looking for someone who has a proven track record of listening to others' views and reaching a good outcome.
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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.