Flood and Coastal Risk Management Programme Officer - 8721
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South West
Blandford Forum
Rivers House Blandford
Staff Grade 4
Fixed Term
Full Time
Analytical, Business Management & Improvement, Finance, Governance, Knowledge & Information Management, Programme and Project Management
£27,138 (pro-rata)
This role is varied and draws upon a diverse range of transferrable skills. Working closely with other teams, you can expect to be involved in the following:
• Developing programmes of work for the construction of new flood defences, and repair of existing defences.
• Tracking project expenditure and performance.
• Advising on the status of individual projects and the wider programme.
• Analysing data and preparing reports.
• Supplying information to internal and external customers.
• Developing programmes of work for the construction of new flood defences, and repair of existing defences.
• Tracking project expenditure and performance.
• Advising on the status of individual projects and the wider programme.
• Analysing data and preparing reports.
• Supplying information to internal and external customers.
The Programme Team tracks spending, delivery and performance in completing programmes to create and repair new flood defences. We advise on the status of the programme, risks and opportunities. This role is key to our understanding of a large programme delivered by a range of different teams. We also supply information to national teams and the Regional Flood and Coastal Committee, and brief communities, politicians and partners on progress.
We are looking for candidates who are degree qualified in an Environmental or Engineering discipline or hold equivalent experience. It’s advantageous to have a project/programme management background. You are required to have demonstrable ability in the following areas:
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills and a proven ability to use MS Office (in particular data manipulation in Excel).
• Understand and enjoy working with data and demonstrate sound knowledge of Project and Programme Management.
• GIS skills would be advantageous.
• Present convincing verbal and written advice and have a practical approach to problem solving.
• Proactive approach and fresh perspective will ensure you’re always looking towards continuous improvement.
• A proven record of working with customers and delivering on time is essential.
The successful candidate will need to travel to various Environment Agency offices, and to partner organisations so you will need a full driving licence.
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills and a proven ability to use MS Office (in particular data manipulation in Excel).
• Understand and enjoy working with data and demonstrate sound knowledge of Project and Programme Management.
• GIS skills would be advantageous.
• Present convincing verbal and written advice and have a practical approach to problem solving.
• Proactive approach and fresh perspective will ensure you’re always looking towards continuous improvement.
• A proven record of working with customers and delivering on time is essential.
The successful candidate will need to travel to various Environment Agency offices, and to partner organisations so you will need a full driving licence.
Closing Date: 26th August 2018 at 23:55 hours
The post is a maternity cover backfill until 01/06/2019.
Grade Rate: £27,138.
Location: Our Blandford Forum office. The role will involve regular travelling to our Bridgwater office to support project managers in both locations.
A full driving licence is required.
For further information on the role, please contact David Wallis email: david.wallis@environment-agency.gov.uk.
The post is a maternity cover backfill until 01/06/2019.
Grade Rate: £27,138.
Location: Our Blandford Forum office. The role will involve regular travelling to our Bridgwater office to support project managers in both locations.
A full driving licence is required.
For further information on the role, please contact David Wallis email: david.wallis@environment-agency.gov.uk.
26/08/2018, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Until 01/06/2019
Data and Information Management
Give examples of where you have managed large data sets, explaining the tools and techniques that you have used to manage this information. In addition, give examples of how you have analysed data and turned it into information that have informed management decisions.
Programme and Project Management
Provide examples of your experience of managing a programme of individual projects. How did you go about managing the programme making sure that it remained on track, What were the challenges and how did you overcome them?
Works in Teams
Provide examples of where you have worked in a team environment. How have you contributed to the team’s goals and objectives, particularly at busy times, or when there has been limited team resource?
Communicates Effectively
A large proportion of this role will be working with a wide range of colleagues and customers. Quickly building a rapport and clearly communicating with them is essential. Give examples of how you have effectively engaged with customers and clearly communicated your requirements with them. What approaches/techniques did you use?
Driving Licence
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.