Role summary The Project coordinator plans, coordinates and schedules a workstream within a programme, supports a project or programme overall or runs a project work stream in the area of Group, Infrastructure or Clinical IT systems to meet business requirements. The Project Coordinator works with other team members to required cost, quality and timescales, following the Technology Delivery Framework, supporting the end to end lifecycle of the project and transition of the changes into live service. This role does not include managing other people. Principal accountabilities Support the entire project lifecycle: planning, requirements definition, design, execution, testing, monitoring & control through to final closure Coordinate with representatives of the business to ensure requirements and design are clear and of a certain quality before delivering Under guidance of the (Senior) Project Manager or Programme Manager, liaise with developers, technology teams, suppliers etc. for the execution of the project plan and schedule Work with shared-service teams to transition changes into live production and into BAU (Business As Usual) support. Organise and run project meetings and "stand-ups" as required. Apply Agile principles where possible Monitor tasks, milestones and resources weekly against the project schedule Assist in providing regular reports and updates in line with TDF (Technology Delivery Framework) requirements and business stakeholder requirements. Keeps track of a backlog of requirements and changes Responsible for producing progress reports and other reporting as agreed to senior management, PMO, client/user management as appropriate Financial awareness and tracking Supplier management: Collects relevant data (quantitative and qualitative), for monitoring suppliers' performance against targets. May liaise between the customer and supplier organisations, under guidance of their manager, highlighting improvements or escalations where necessary (The supplier of a service or system may be either internal or external). Execute the closure of the project once all objectives are met (a once yearly process for Feature teams). Risk and Issue Management: Under guidance of the (Senior) Project Manager / Programme Manager, keeps track of risks and issues using standard processes Becomes a valued member of the wider team: Works with team members, managers, customers and other stakeholders, seeking to develop and enhance relationships, being open and honest. Solicit regular feedback. Demonstrates awareness of being a representative of the Technology Delivery team. This list of responsibilities is not exclusive and the individual may be required to undertake other activities as may reasonably be expected within the broad scope of the role and in line with their skills and experience. The Individual Track record of coordinating elements of projects in both Agile and waterfall projects, in a fast-moving and demanding environment. Delivery of small and medium changes in an Agile way Excellent communicator, team player and influencer. Demonstrating planning, scheduling, issue resolution and risk mitigation skills. Organised and supportive of process but also flexible and able to make things happen. Motivated, resilient and calm under pressure Working towards a Prince2 / MSP / Agile PM qualification Understands and is committed to the Business and very user-focussed. Has strong analytical skills, eg data analysis, reporting Has strong coordination skills Project Manager capabilities at SFIA Level 1 or 2: Has an understanding of Project Management lifecycle, both waterfall and Agile and can apply principles Planning, scheduling, tracking and tracing skills Stakeholder/Relationship Mgt (See behaviours) Lead a workstream Communications Risk & Issues Mgt Sourcing & Supplier Mgt Business Knowledge and Experience: primarily related to Infrastructure, Group or Clinical Good with change management methodology Financial awareness Understanding of typical Project Management software, eg MS Project Behaviours PM specific behaviours Customer oriented, including responsiveness Embracing change, adaptable Collaboration: listener and understanding with empathy, putting yourself in other people's shoes, breaking down silos Communication: with clarity, concise, articulate, with clear direction and objectives. Making it happen: organised and supportive of process but also flexible and able to make things happen Stakeholder Mgt behaviours: Accountable, Taking responsibility Customer centric. Energetic Diplomatic Organised Focused Open and honest, with Trust and Integrity Influence Problem Solver Confident, believe (but say if you don't know) Tenacity Consensus Team Leadership behaviours: Delegation Allow mistakes, but learn from them Confident, believe Influential Motivational Problem Solver Open and honest, with Trust and Integrity
Apr 17, 2024
Contractor
Role summary The Project coordinator plans, coordinates and schedules a workstream within a programme, supports a project or programme overall or runs a project work stream in the area of Group, Infrastructure or Clinical IT systems to meet business requirements. The Project Coordinator works with other team members to required cost, quality and timescales, following the Technology Delivery Framework, supporting the end to end lifecycle of the project and transition of the changes into live service. This role does not include managing other people. Principal accountabilities Support the entire project lifecycle: planning, requirements definition, design, execution, testing, monitoring & control through to final closure Coordinate with representatives of the business to ensure requirements and design are clear and of a certain quality before delivering Under guidance of the (Senior) Project Manager or Programme Manager, liaise with developers, technology teams, suppliers etc. for the execution of the project plan and schedule Work with shared-service teams to transition changes into live production and into BAU (Business As Usual) support. Organise and run project meetings and "stand-ups" as required. Apply Agile principles where possible Monitor tasks, milestones and resources weekly against the project schedule Assist in providing regular reports and updates in line with TDF (Technology Delivery Framework) requirements and business stakeholder requirements. Keeps track of a backlog of requirements and changes Responsible for producing progress reports and other reporting as agreed to senior management, PMO, client/user management as appropriate Financial awareness and tracking Supplier management: Collects relevant data (quantitative and qualitative), for monitoring suppliers' performance against targets. May liaise between the customer and supplier organisations, under guidance of their manager, highlighting improvements or escalations where necessary (The supplier of a service or system may be either internal or external). Execute the closure of the project once all objectives are met (a once yearly process for Feature teams). Risk and Issue Management: Under guidance of the (Senior) Project Manager / Programme Manager, keeps track of risks and issues using standard processes Becomes a valued member of the wider team: Works with team members, managers, customers and other stakeholders, seeking to develop and enhance relationships, being open and honest. Solicit regular feedback. Demonstrates awareness of being a representative of the Technology Delivery team. This list of responsibilities is not exclusive and the individual may be required to undertake other activities as may reasonably be expected within the broad scope of the role and in line with their skills and experience. The Individual Track record of coordinating elements of projects in both Agile and waterfall projects, in a fast-moving and demanding environment. Delivery of small and medium changes in an Agile way Excellent communicator, team player and influencer. Demonstrating planning, scheduling, issue resolution and risk mitigation skills. Organised and supportive of process but also flexible and able to make things happen. Motivated, resilient and calm under pressure Working towards a Prince2 / MSP / Agile PM qualification Understands and is committed to the Business and very user-focussed. Has strong analytical skills, eg data analysis, reporting Has strong coordination skills Project Manager capabilities at SFIA Level 1 or 2: Has an understanding of Project Management lifecycle, both waterfall and Agile and can apply principles Planning, scheduling, tracking and tracing skills Stakeholder/Relationship Mgt (See behaviours) Lead a workstream Communications Risk & Issues Mgt Sourcing & Supplier Mgt Business Knowledge and Experience: primarily related to Infrastructure, Group or Clinical Good with change management methodology Financial awareness Understanding of typical Project Management software, eg MS Project Behaviours PM specific behaviours Customer oriented, including responsiveness Embracing change, adaptable Collaboration: listener and understanding with empathy, putting yourself in other people's shoes, breaking down silos Communication: with clarity, concise, articulate, with clear direction and objectives. Making it happen: organised and supportive of process but also flexible and able to make things happen Stakeholder Mgt behaviours: Accountable, Taking responsibility Customer centric. Energetic Diplomatic Organised Focused Open and honest, with Trust and Integrity Influence Problem Solver Confident, believe (but say if you don't know) Tenacity Consensus Team Leadership behaviours: Delegation Allow mistakes, but learn from them Confident, believe Influential Motivational Problem Solver Open and honest, with Trust and Integrity
Opus People Solutions are recruiting for a Waste Project Manager on a 2 year fixed term contract working primarily remotely. There will be a training period at the start of the role where you will be required to come into the office to work with the team and the odd adhoc meeting. The successful Waste Project Manager will be picking up a skeleton plan to continue setting up the organisation of separate food waste collections by March 2026. Waste experience is advantageous, but large scale Project Managers are also encouraged to apply as there is "in-house" waste expertise. Day to day , you will: Prepare and undertake project initiation documents, project briefs, option appraisals, project plans, project risk registers and specifications as well as exchanging information with project accountants and assisting in the analysis of performance data. Co-ordinate internal and external stakeholders to deliver projects in accordance with the councils requirements. Collaborate with officers and waste teams to ensure the procurement of the vehicles, waste receptacles, staff and other resources are managed and complaint. Chair and organise project management meetings and attend Council Programme board meetings. Prepare and present data, in various formats, to key stakeholders, including senior officers, elected members and residents. Liaise and co-ordinate a range of council teams, external partners and consultees on project matters. Conduct research where required to support the planning and delivery of the project. Benefits: 24 days holiday (not including BH) entitlement rising with service and 3 statutory days. Local government pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Car salary sacrifice scheme What are you waiting for? A pply today . (If your CV isn't up to date, don't worry too much, send what you have and we'll work from there.) Please note, each application will get a response.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
Opus People Solutions are recruiting for a Waste Project Manager on a 2 year fixed term contract working primarily remotely. There will be a training period at the start of the role where you will be required to come into the office to work with the team and the odd adhoc meeting. The successful Waste Project Manager will be picking up a skeleton plan to continue setting up the organisation of separate food waste collections by March 2026. Waste experience is advantageous, but large scale Project Managers are also encouraged to apply as there is "in-house" waste expertise. Day to day , you will: Prepare and undertake project initiation documents, project briefs, option appraisals, project plans, project risk registers and specifications as well as exchanging information with project accountants and assisting in the analysis of performance data. Co-ordinate internal and external stakeholders to deliver projects in accordance with the councils requirements. Collaborate with officers and waste teams to ensure the procurement of the vehicles, waste receptacles, staff and other resources are managed and complaint. Chair and organise project management meetings and attend Council Programme board meetings. Prepare and present data, in various formats, to key stakeholders, including senior officers, elected members and residents. Liaise and co-ordinate a range of council teams, external partners and consultees on project matters. Conduct research where required to support the planning and delivery of the project. Benefits: 24 days holiday (not including BH) entitlement rising with service and 3 statutory days. Local government pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Car salary sacrifice scheme What are you waiting for? A pply today . (If your CV isn't up to date, don't worry too much, send what you have and we'll work from there.) Please note, each application will get a response.
This rapidly growing company (comprised of award-winning specialist companies) that excel in providing an array of devices and services that help save and improve lives, are now looking for a new Head of Business Systems. Their primary goal is to enhance care through their innovative solutions. With a network of over 1,500 suppliers supporting the NHS, they have established themselves as a top 20 supplier since inception, back in 2008. Headquartered in North Yorkshire, they have a distribution hub that is some 80,000 sq ft in size; which houses over 600,000 devices. Their unique blend of distributed, as well as proprietary products, has expanded their reach to over 45 countries worldwide. The Business Systems Head, will Report into the Chief Financial Officer and the successful candidate will lead Business Systems, encompassing existing capability and business expansion through M&A and third party partners. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to play a critical and leading role in the ambitious growth plans of the Group to increase the global supply of devices and enhance care. Salary and benefits package: £70k to £75k 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Bonus TBC Pension (5.6% ER + Salary Sacrifice NI saving & 3% EE) Private Medical Westfield Healthcare Cashplan Driving licence and own vehicle essential The Head of Business Systems role is responsible for continuous development of effective and efficient systems, whilst delivering strategic improvements to drive ongoing business growth. The Head of Business Systems has leadership responsibility for all system related functions, including IT, Projects, ERP Administration, Third Party integrations and the impact of M&A on the systems of the organization Systems Leadership - D365 BC V24 Lead the system related functions to ensure effective interactions for all business stakeholders Drive continuous improvement to deliver efficiency and reliability improvements in systems to add value, whilst providing commercial analysis to support growth Deliver timely and accurate monthly reporting to the Management Board and Chief Officers IT Ensure strategic objectives are translated into IT capability Ensure networks effectively meets business continuity and disaster recovery requirements Manage IT & software contracts and deliver effective long-term price controls Projects & Integrations Ensure all projects & integrations adopt best practice project management standards and meet the requirements of the long-term business plan Drive improvement and investment in systems to optimize the performance of the group for the long term Manage system integrations including M&A and third party contracts to add maximum value, optimize performance and ensure budgetary control ERP Administration Ensure primary ERP system meets the necessary standards and requirements of all key stakeholders & the business plan Deliver the necessary system support and long-term improvements to enable the wider business to generate growth Function Development Implement goals and objectives for self and function to drive improvements in system performance Be aware of and promote best practice and performance standards Support strategic expansion through global distributors, international 3PL partners and M&A opportunities Essential 10 years experience in a highly regulated operational environment, with a minimum 5 years of senior leadership experience Experience developing & implementing systems for a global supply chain business Strategic project delivery, involving Board level reporting System integration of Mergers & Acquisition experience Desirable Experience of operating under Medical Device Quality Management Systems (ISO13485) Private Equity backed business experience Microsoft Dynamics BC experience Skills Excellent leadership, communication and management skills Strong strategical planning skills, with project planning and change management capabilities Advanced computer literacy skills including Financial, Warehouse and MS Office applications
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
This rapidly growing company (comprised of award-winning specialist companies) that excel in providing an array of devices and services that help save and improve lives, are now looking for a new Head of Business Systems. Their primary goal is to enhance care through their innovative solutions. With a network of over 1,500 suppliers supporting the NHS, they have established themselves as a top 20 supplier since inception, back in 2008. Headquartered in North Yorkshire, they have a distribution hub that is some 80,000 sq ft in size; which houses over 600,000 devices. Their unique blend of distributed, as well as proprietary products, has expanded their reach to over 45 countries worldwide. The Business Systems Head, will Report into the Chief Financial Officer and the successful candidate will lead Business Systems, encompassing existing capability and business expansion through M&A and third party partners. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to play a critical and leading role in the ambitious growth plans of the Group to increase the global supply of devices and enhance care. Salary and benefits package: £70k to £75k 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Bonus TBC Pension (5.6% ER + Salary Sacrifice NI saving & 3% EE) Private Medical Westfield Healthcare Cashplan Driving licence and own vehicle essential The Head of Business Systems role is responsible for continuous development of effective and efficient systems, whilst delivering strategic improvements to drive ongoing business growth. The Head of Business Systems has leadership responsibility for all system related functions, including IT, Projects, ERP Administration, Third Party integrations and the impact of M&A on the systems of the organization Systems Leadership - D365 BC V24 Lead the system related functions to ensure effective interactions for all business stakeholders Drive continuous improvement to deliver efficiency and reliability improvements in systems to add value, whilst providing commercial analysis to support growth Deliver timely and accurate monthly reporting to the Management Board and Chief Officers IT Ensure strategic objectives are translated into IT capability Ensure networks effectively meets business continuity and disaster recovery requirements Manage IT & software contracts and deliver effective long-term price controls Projects & Integrations Ensure all projects & integrations adopt best practice project management standards and meet the requirements of the long-term business plan Drive improvement and investment in systems to optimize the performance of the group for the long term Manage system integrations including M&A and third party contracts to add maximum value, optimize performance and ensure budgetary control ERP Administration Ensure primary ERP system meets the necessary standards and requirements of all key stakeholders & the business plan Deliver the necessary system support and long-term improvements to enable the wider business to generate growth Function Development Implement goals and objectives for self and function to drive improvements in system performance Be aware of and promote best practice and performance standards Support strategic expansion through global distributors, international 3PL partners and M&A opportunities Essential 10 years experience in a highly regulated operational environment, with a minimum 5 years of senior leadership experience Experience developing & implementing systems for a global supply chain business Strategic project delivery, involving Board level reporting System integration of Mergers & Acquisition experience Desirable Experience of operating under Medical Device Quality Management Systems (ISO13485) Private Equity backed business experience Microsoft Dynamics BC experience Skills Excellent leadership, communication and management skills Strong strategical planning skills, with project planning and change management capabilities Advanced computer literacy skills including Financial, Warehouse and MS Office applications
Opus People Solutions are recruiting for a Waste Project Manager on a 2 year fixed term contract working primarily remotely. There will be a training period at the start of the role where you will be required to come into the office to work with the team and the odd adhoc meeting. The successful Waste Project Manager will be picking up a skeleton plan to continue setting up the organisation of separate food waste collections by March 2026. Waste experience is advantageous, but large scale Project Managers are also encouraged to apply as there is "in-house" waste expertise. Day to day , you will: Prepare and undertake project initiation documents, project briefs, option appraisals, project plans, project risk registers and specifications as well as exchanging information with project accountants and assisting in the analysis of performance data. Co-ordinate internal and external stakeholders to deliver projects in accordance with the councils requirements. Collaborate with officers and waste teams to ensure the procurement of the vehicles, waste receptacles, staff and other resources are managed and complaint. Chair and organise project management meetings and attend Council Programme board meetings. Prepare and present data, in various formats, to key stakeholders, including senior officers, elected members and residents. Liaise and co-ordinate a range of council teams, external partners and consultees on project matters. Conduct research where required to support the planning and delivery of the project. Benefits: 24 days holiday (not including BH) entitlement rising with service and 3 statutory days. Local government pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Car salary sacrifice scheme What are you waiting for? A pply today . (If your CV isn't up to date, don't worry too much, send what you have and we'll work from there.) Please note, each application will get a response.
Apr 12, 2024
Contractor
Opus People Solutions are recruiting for a Waste Project Manager on a 2 year fixed term contract working primarily remotely. There will be a training period at the start of the role where you will be required to come into the office to work with the team and the odd adhoc meeting. The successful Waste Project Manager will be picking up a skeleton plan to continue setting up the organisation of separate food waste collections by March 2026. Waste experience is advantageous, but large scale Project Managers are also encouraged to apply as there is "in-house" waste expertise. Day to day , you will: Prepare and undertake project initiation documents, project briefs, option appraisals, project plans, project risk registers and specifications as well as exchanging information with project accountants and assisting in the analysis of performance data. Co-ordinate internal and external stakeholders to deliver projects in accordance with the councils requirements. Collaborate with officers and waste teams to ensure the procurement of the vehicles, waste receptacles, staff and other resources are managed and complaint. Chair and organise project management meetings and attend Council Programme board meetings. Prepare and present data, in various formats, to key stakeholders, including senior officers, elected members and residents. Liaise and co-ordinate a range of council teams, external partners and consultees on project matters. Conduct research where required to support the planning and delivery of the project. Benefits: 24 days holiday (not including BH) entitlement rising with service and 3 statutory days. Local government pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Car salary sacrifice scheme What are you waiting for? A pply today . (If your CV isn't up to date, don't worry too much, send what you have and we'll work from there.) Please note, each application will get a response.
Applications Support & Development Officer (Geospatial) - Ref: RT15123
£31,364 - £35,745 pa
We are seeking a skilled Applications Support and Development Officer (Geospatial) – to join our team and help us design, develop, and maintain our geospatial data infrastructure.
As a key member of the Geospatial Team, you will:
Help the council to exploit the value in our GIS data holdings.
Undertake significant projects which improve and combine data from back office and customer-facing systems.
Make sure our data, and data shared by others is of the highest quality, highly available, usable, and shareable by rigorous standard setting and quality controls.
Work with other members of the GIS team and the wider Council GIS community, to deliver geospatial analysis, support workflows in our corporate geospatial products and services, delivering continuous insight and value to our staff and residents
Utilise the best of modern GIS and data technology platforms, including ongoing investigation and research into emerging technology.
Support the Geospatial platforms of Walsall Council with skills associated with Software Development and Information Technology.
What we are about
We lead and support the creation of business data, manage the GIS architecture to ensure we provide, clean, reliable and reusable GIS data formats. These in turn can then be aggregated to combine and enhance data from a variety of systems, creating data sets to drive insights and opportunities to improve performance, aid operational services, CRM and service delivery.
By joining our GIS service, you will be working with a talented, supportive, and friendly team.
For our part we will be committed to your professional development, developing your skills will be as important to us, as it is to you.
You will receive a salary in the range of £31,364 - £35,745 per annum plus generous annual leave and flexitime leave allowance.
View Job Description & Employee Specification
Closing date for applications: 15 February 2024
For this role the successful candidates must undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check. BPSS is the minimum standard to ensure the identity and integrity of an employee who has access to official information using secure networks linking central government and local authorities. A BPSS check involves four main elements; Identity Check, National and Immigration Status, Employment History (last 3 years) and Verification of Criminal Record (unspent convictions only).
This post is covered by the Government’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The postholder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.
Important note: When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted. Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them. Please see our Information for Applicants leaflet for further information.
Jan 24, 2024
Full time
Applications Support & Development Officer (Geospatial) - Ref: RT15123
£31,364 - £35,745 pa
We are seeking a skilled Applications Support and Development Officer (Geospatial) – to join our team and help us design, develop, and maintain our geospatial data infrastructure.
As a key member of the Geospatial Team, you will:
Help the council to exploit the value in our GIS data holdings.
Undertake significant projects which improve and combine data from back office and customer-facing systems.
Make sure our data, and data shared by others is of the highest quality, highly available, usable, and shareable by rigorous standard setting and quality controls.
Work with other members of the GIS team and the wider Council GIS community, to deliver geospatial analysis, support workflows in our corporate geospatial products and services, delivering continuous insight and value to our staff and residents
Utilise the best of modern GIS and data technology platforms, including ongoing investigation and research into emerging technology.
Support the Geospatial platforms of Walsall Council with skills associated with Software Development and Information Technology.
What we are about
We lead and support the creation of business data, manage the GIS architecture to ensure we provide, clean, reliable and reusable GIS data formats. These in turn can then be aggregated to combine and enhance data from a variety of systems, creating data sets to drive insights and opportunities to improve performance, aid operational services, CRM and service delivery.
By joining our GIS service, you will be working with a talented, supportive, and friendly team.
For our part we will be committed to your professional development, developing your skills will be as important to us, as it is to you.
You will receive a salary in the range of £31,364 - £35,745 per annum plus generous annual leave and flexitime leave allowance.
View Job Description & Employee Specification
Closing date for applications: 15 February 2024
For this role the successful candidates must undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check. BPSS is the minimum standard to ensure the identity and integrity of an employee who has access to official information using secure networks linking central government and local authorities. A BPSS check involves four main elements; Identity Check, National and Immigration Status, Employment History (last 3 years) and Verification of Criminal Record (unspent convictions only).
This post is covered by the Government’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The postholder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.
Important note: When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted. Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them. Please see our Information for Applicants leaflet for further information.
Girls Not Brides is the only global organisation uniquely focused on creating and sustaining a worldwide movement to end child, early and forced marriage and unions (CEFMU) and ensuring that this movement leads to tangible change for the girls at risk or affected by the practice. We are a network of more than 1600 civil society organisations in over 100 countries working in partnership to end child marriage. Our vision is a world without child marriage where girls and women enjoy equal status with boys and men and can achieve their full potential in all aspects of their lives. Our vision challenges deeply embedded social norms that harm the lives of girls, women, and their communities. INTRODUCTION TO THE ROLE The successful applicant will support across our digital channels, including website management, digital content and email. This role sits in the Communications Team and reports to the Communications Manager. You will work closely with external website developers to deliver a website that showcases Girls Not Brides and our role as the global movement to end child marriage. This role will also be responsible for developing and producing performance data, evaluation, and reporting across our digital channels. We are looking for an experienced digital communications professional who has a passion for managing websites, using data to improve performance and engagement, and using digital platforms to drive impactful digital social change and movement building efforts. The ideal candidate is a creative and talented individual who possesses the rights skills and experience required to successfully manage the Girls Not Brides website in English, French and Spanish, including website development, maintenance, continuous improvement planning, infrastructure, architecture, and user journey. Job location London, UK (hybrid with up to three days on site). Includes international travel. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Girls Not Brides website management (70%) Lead the development and implementation of a website improvement strategy and project plan, with support from the Communications Manager. Recommend and manage changes to the website architecture, front-end design, features, integrations, and user-journey improvements. Manage the day-to-day of activity of Girls Not Brides' website, including uploading content in 3 languages (English, French and Spanish), optimising content for web, updating static pages, and recommending updates and upgrades to the content management systems (CMS). Assume responsibility for managing website projects, including the upgrade, update and support and maintenance pipeline, as well as larger-scale changes to website functionality and architecture, managing external contractors to produce the work required on time and within budget. Research and implement best practices for search engine optimisation (SEO) and search engine marketing (SEM), across website copy and architecture. Produce and manage a clear, well-documented approach to web analytics, producing regular reports, monitoring user behaviour and website traffic, carrying out benchmarking, identifying KPIs and providing actionable insights. Support content writing for the website, including writing website copy and blog posts. Collaborate with the Learning team in development of knowledge and learning hub. Collaborate with the member engagement team to improve member journey and offering. Digital channel evaluation and reporting (20%) Set-up, maintain, and manage website analytics using the Google suite. Monitor and evaluate website success, including functionality, engagement, and traffic, producing regular reports, and providing recommendations. Monitor and evaluate the success of other digital channels, including social media and email marketing, producing regular reports, and providing recommendations. Monitor, evaluate and improve compliance of the website, including GDPR and accessibility best practices. Digital communications support (10%) Lead communications digital knowledge management activity, including internal file systems, and asset management. Manage the email pipeline and support email marketing, including copywriting and content generation for regular newsletters, making recommendations to improve engagement. Make recommendations for our digital tools, ensuring they are fit for purpose and follow the latest trends and best practice. Support digital storytelling, digital content writing, and social media campaigns as required. Wider Organisational Responsibilities Commit to the mission and vision of Girls Not Brides , putting these at the forefront of all planning, work and actions. Uphold the core values of Girls Not Brides in all areas of work and interactions with colleagues, members, partners, and other stakeholders. Comply with Girls Not Brides' policies and processes, with note for safeguarding, diversity and inclusion, the code of conduct and data protection. Ensure that internal databases and monitoring information are kept fully up to date. Commit to ongoing personal development and learning. Fulfil any other reasonable requests for the advancement of Girls Not Brides. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential experience Degree-level qualification in a relevant area such as digital communications, media, website design or proven experience in a related field. Significant professional experience in a similar level role, ideally in the not-for-profit sector, an international/ intergovernmental organisation, a social movement, research centre, or social enterprise. Significant professional experience in developing and implementing website improvement strategies and coordinating large website development project plans. Significant professional experience in website management, including planning, implementing, monitoring, and upgrading content, architecture, and features. Significant professional experience in developing and implementing evaluation and reporting for website, email marketing and social media channels. Experience in applying best practices in SEO. Experience in writing and developing content for websites. Experience in liaising with and managing external contractors, particularly website developers. Experience of working across other digital channels, including email, social media and other digital storytelling platforms. Essential skills and knowledge Expert knowledge of using CMS to manage websites, ideally with experience of using Wagtail. Expert understanding of the Google Suite for website analysis, including Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager and others. Understanding of website wireframing and design software, ideally Sigma. Understanding of HTML, XHTML, CSS design, cross-browser and cross-platform compatibility. Skilled at using third-party social media and email marketing analytics tools to generate reports and insights. Knowledge of relevant regulations for website compliance, including GDPR and data protection, and accessibility best practices for website. Knowledge of SEO researching and implementing best practices, and skilled use of third-party tools to support data eneration and implementation. Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Excellent organisation skills. Excellent attention to detail. Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Essential values and attributes Strong commitment to the mission and values of Girls Not Brides and our vision in relation to addressing child marriage and gender justice. Team player spirit, proactive and able to confidently take initiative and make appropriate decisions. Willingness to work flexibly and regularly travel internationally, as necessary. Desirable Understanding of and experience using Adobe Creative Suite. Able to speak a second language, ideally French, Spanish, or Portuguese. Safeguarding Girls Not Brides is committed to safeguarding all children, young people, and adults at risk with whom our staff and representatives work and interface. Any employment with Girls Not Brides may be subject to the satisfactory completion of a background check and a criminal records check, which can include but is not limited to: an overseas police record check, a Disclosure and Barring Service Check (for those based in the UK) or an International Criminal Record Check (if applicable). Diversity at Girls Not Brides Girls Not Brides is an equal opportunities employer. We embrace diversity, equal opportunity, and inclusion in a serious way. We are committed to building a staff body that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. How to apply The closing date for this role is 09:00 BST on Monday 21 August 2023. To apply, submit your CV and a brief cover letter (no more than two pages) demonstrating how you meet the criteria within the Person Specification via the Online Application Portal on the Girls Not Brides website. . click apply for full job details
Aug 16, 2023
Full time
Girls Not Brides is the only global organisation uniquely focused on creating and sustaining a worldwide movement to end child, early and forced marriage and unions (CEFMU) and ensuring that this movement leads to tangible change for the girls at risk or affected by the practice. We are a network of more than 1600 civil society organisations in over 100 countries working in partnership to end child marriage. Our vision is a world without child marriage where girls and women enjoy equal status with boys and men and can achieve their full potential in all aspects of their lives. Our vision challenges deeply embedded social norms that harm the lives of girls, women, and their communities. INTRODUCTION TO THE ROLE The successful applicant will support across our digital channels, including website management, digital content and email. This role sits in the Communications Team and reports to the Communications Manager. You will work closely with external website developers to deliver a website that showcases Girls Not Brides and our role as the global movement to end child marriage. This role will also be responsible for developing and producing performance data, evaluation, and reporting across our digital channels. We are looking for an experienced digital communications professional who has a passion for managing websites, using data to improve performance and engagement, and using digital platforms to drive impactful digital social change and movement building efforts. The ideal candidate is a creative and talented individual who possesses the rights skills and experience required to successfully manage the Girls Not Brides website in English, French and Spanish, including website development, maintenance, continuous improvement planning, infrastructure, architecture, and user journey. Job location London, UK (hybrid with up to three days on site). Includes international travel. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Girls Not Brides website management (70%) Lead the development and implementation of a website improvement strategy and project plan, with support from the Communications Manager. Recommend and manage changes to the website architecture, front-end design, features, integrations, and user-journey improvements. Manage the day-to-day of activity of Girls Not Brides' website, including uploading content in 3 languages (English, French and Spanish), optimising content for web, updating static pages, and recommending updates and upgrades to the content management systems (CMS). Assume responsibility for managing website projects, including the upgrade, update and support and maintenance pipeline, as well as larger-scale changes to website functionality and architecture, managing external contractors to produce the work required on time and within budget. Research and implement best practices for search engine optimisation (SEO) and search engine marketing (SEM), across website copy and architecture. Produce and manage a clear, well-documented approach to web analytics, producing regular reports, monitoring user behaviour and website traffic, carrying out benchmarking, identifying KPIs and providing actionable insights. Support content writing for the website, including writing website copy and blog posts. Collaborate with the Learning team in development of knowledge and learning hub. Collaborate with the member engagement team to improve member journey and offering. Digital channel evaluation and reporting (20%) Set-up, maintain, and manage website analytics using the Google suite. Monitor and evaluate website success, including functionality, engagement, and traffic, producing regular reports, and providing recommendations. Monitor and evaluate the success of other digital channels, including social media and email marketing, producing regular reports, and providing recommendations. Monitor, evaluate and improve compliance of the website, including GDPR and accessibility best practices. Digital communications support (10%) Lead communications digital knowledge management activity, including internal file systems, and asset management. Manage the email pipeline and support email marketing, including copywriting and content generation for regular newsletters, making recommendations to improve engagement. Make recommendations for our digital tools, ensuring they are fit for purpose and follow the latest trends and best practice. Support digital storytelling, digital content writing, and social media campaigns as required. Wider Organisational Responsibilities Commit to the mission and vision of Girls Not Brides , putting these at the forefront of all planning, work and actions. Uphold the core values of Girls Not Brides in all areas of work and interactions with colleagues, members, partners, and other stakeholders. Comply with Girls Not Brides' policies and processes, with note for safeguarding, diversity and inclusion, the code of conduct and data protection. Ensure that internal databases and monitoring information are kept fully up to date. Commit to ongoing personal development and learning. Fulfil any other reasonable requests for the advancement of Girls Not Brides. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential experience Degree-level qualification in a relevant area such as digital communications, media, website design or proven experience in a related field. Significant professional experience in a similar level role, ideally in the not-for-profit sector, an international/ intergovernmental organisation, a social movement, research centre, or social enterprise. Significant professional experience in developing and implementing website improvement strategies and coordinating large website development project plans. Significant professional experience in website management, including planning, implementing, monitoring, and upgrading content, architecture, and features. Significant professional experience in developing and implementing evaluation and reporting for website, email marketing and social media channels. Experience in applying best practices in SEO. Experience in writing and developing content for websites. Experience in liaising with and managing external contractors, particularly website developers. Experience of working across other digital channels, including email, social media and other digital storytelling platforms. Essential skills and knowledge Expert knowledge of using CMS to manage websites, ideally with experience of using Wagtail. Expert understanding of the Google Suite for website analysis, including Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager and others. Understanding of website wireframing and design software, ideally Sigma. Understanding of HTML, XHTML, CSS design, cross-browser and cross-platform compatibility. Skilled at using third-party social media and email marketing analytics tools to generate reports and insights. Knowledge of relevant regulations for website compliance, including GDPR and data protection, and accessibility best practices for website. Knowledge of SEO researching and implementing best practices, and skilled use of third-party tools to support data eneration and implementation. Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Excellent organisation skills. Excellent attention to detail. Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Essential values and attributes Strong commitment to the mission and values of Girls Not Brides and our vision in relation to addressing child marriage and gender justice. Team player spirit, proactive and able to confidently take initiative and make appropriate decisions. Willingness to work flexibly and regularly travel internationally, as necessary. Desirable Understanding of and experience using Adobe Creative Suite. Able to speak a second language, ideally French, Spanish, or Portuguese. Safeguarding Girls Not Brides is committed to safeguarding all children, young people, and adults at risk with whom our staff and representatives work and interface. Any employment with Girls Not Brides may be subject to the satisfactory completion of a background check and a criminal records check, which can include but is not limited to: an overseas police record check, a Disclosure and Barring Service Check (for those based in the UK) or an International Criminal Record Check (if applicable). Diversity at Girls Not Brides Girls Not Brides is an equal opportunities employer. We embrace diversity, equal opportunity, and inclusion in a serious way. We are committed to building a staff body that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. How to apply The closing date for this role is 09:00 BST on Monday 21 August 2023. To apply, submit your CV and a brief cover letter (no more than two pages) demonstrating how you meet the criteria within the Person Specification via the Online Application Portal on the Girls Not Brides website. . click apply for full job details
Marketing and Promotions Officer Part time or full time position The London campus of the prestigious French Université Paris-Dauphine - PSL offers undergraduate, executive and summer courses fully taught in English, primarily in the fields of Economics, Management and Law. We also run a start-up incubator, and a variety of seminars and conferences. Since 2022, we have been registered with the Office for Students as an English Higher Education Provider and are fully compliant with the QAA framework. EQUIS accredited, Université Paris-Dauphine - PSL is a member of PSL (Paris Sciences et Lettres Research University), placed 36th in the Shanghai World Academic ranking 2020. To learn more about us: We are looking for a creative, proactive and results-driven professional, wishing to work within a small but quickly growing team. Main areas of responsibility You will support the planning and implementation of the London campus marketing and promotion strategy using various channels, including digital, print and events. You will work in close collaboration with management, academic and administrative staff, to help promoting our unique student experience and introduce new offerings. Marketing Implement and contribute to the development of strategies and plans to get the word out about Universite Paris Dauphine - PSL, London campus and drive qualified traffic to our front door. Deploy successful marketing campaigns and own their implementation from ideation to execution. Experiment with a variety of organic and paid acquisition channels through content creation, content curation, pay per click campaigns, event management, publicity, social media, lead generation campaigns and performance analysis. Produce valuable and engaging content for our website and blog that attracts and converts our target groups. Prepare and monitor the marketing budget. Oversee and design marketing material, from website banners to hard-copy brochures. Measure and report on the performance of marketing campaigns, gaining insight and assessing results against our goals. Analyse and anticipate prospective students behaviour and adjust email and advertising campaigns accordingly. Promotion Upload new content to the website and proofread and update existing content, in line with our Public Information Policy. Be in charge of the organisation and promotion of events, such as talks, Open Days, conferences (promotion, budget, logistics etc), including international student recruitment and promotional international visits. Attend networking events and fairs to promote the university s programmes. Contribute to the building of relationships with secondary schools in the UK and abroad Suitably budget for all promotional events and materials. Manage production of print collateral (brochures, flyers etc) for the promotion of events and programmes with Publisher/InDesign/Canva Pro. GDPR Contribute to the management of our Data Protection Management policy May act as Data Protection Officer (training to be provided if necessary) Profile Proactive and well-organised professional, with hands-on experience and the capacity to work autonomously within a small team to drive result. Excellent communicator with good presentation skills. Attentive to details. Excellent written and spoken English along with at least one additional language - French preferred and additional languages an asset. Attention to details. Reporting to the London campus Managing Director Full time or Part time: ideally 30 - 32 hours per week with some flexibility (open days may be held in late afternoon or on Saturdays) but could possibly be full time (40 hours per week) Remuneration: £K 30 - 40 prorata Attractive pension plan 40 days holidays prorata + bank holidays.
Sep 22, 2022
Full time
Marketing and Promotions Officer Part time or full time position The London campus of the prestigious French Université Paris-Dauphine - PSL offers undergraduate, executive and summer courses fully taught in English, primarily in the fields of Economics, Management and Law. We also run a start-up incubator, and a variety of seminars and conferences. Since 2022, we have been registered with the Office for Students as an English Higher Education Provider and are fully compliant with the QAA framework. EQUIS accredited, Université Paris-Dauphine - PSL is a member of PSL (Paris Sciences et Lettres Research University), placed 36th in the Shanghai World Academic ranking 2020. To learn more about us: We are looking for a creative, proactive and results-driven professional, wishing to work within a small but quickly growing team. Main areas of responsibility You will support the planning and implementation of the London campus marketing and promotion strategy using various channels, including digital, print and events. You will work in close collaboration with management, academic and administrative staff, to help promoting our unique student experience and introduce new offerings. Marketing Implement and contribute to the development of strategies and plans to get the word out about Universite Paris Dauphine - PSL, London campus and drive qualified traffic to our front door. Deploy successful marketing campaigns and own their implementation from ideation to execution. Experiment with a variety of organic and paid acquisition channels through content creation, content curation, pay per click campaigns, event management, publicity, social media, lead generation campaigns and performance analysis. Produce valuable and engaging content for our website and blog that attracts and converts our target groups. Prepare and monitor the marketing budget. Oversee and design marketing material, from website banners to hard-copy brochures. Measure and report on the performance of marketing campaigns, gaining insight and assessing results against our goals. Analyse and anticipate prospective students behaviour and adjust email and advertising campaigns accordingly. Promotion Upload new content to the website and proofread and update existing content, in line with our Public Information Policy. Be in charge of the organisation and promotion of events, such as talks, Open Days, conferences (promotion, budget, logistics etc), including international student recruitment and promotional international visits. Attend networking events and fairs to promote the university s programmes. Contribute to the building of relationships with secondary schools in the UK and abroad Suitably budget for all promotional events and materials. Manage production of print collateral (brochures, flyers etc) for the promotion of events and programmes with Publisher/InDesign/Canva Pro. GDPR Contribute to the management of our Data Protection Management policy May act as Data Protection Officer (training to be provided if necessary) Profile Proactive and well-organised professional, with hands-on experience and the capacity to work autonomously within a small team to drive result. Excellent communicator with good presentation skills. Attentive to details. Excellent written and spoken English along with at least one additional language - French preferred and additional languages an asset. Attention to details. Reporting to the London campus Managing Director Full time or Part time: ideally 30 - 32 hours per week with some flexibility (open days may be held in late afternoon or on Saturdays) but could possibly be full time (40 hours per week) Remuneration: £K 30 - 40 prorata Attractive pension plan 40 days holidays prorata + bank holidays.
Orbit is a fantastic business and one that's really going places. Scroll down the page to see all associated job requirements, and any responsibilities successful candidates can expect. Orbit was formed in 1967 with the aim of providing good-quality housing for people who would otherwise not be able to afford to buy their own home. Over 50 years later, we're one of the leading housing providers in the UK. Our services have diversified, our housing portfolio has expanded, and our reputation as an innovator within our sector has grown. But one thing that has never changed. Our belief in people and what they can achieve. Your role at Orbit. At Orbit, we believe people deserve high-quality, affordable homes that they love to live in - whether they're buying or renting. In the Strategic Asset Management team, our data driven analytics and innovative thinking help us discover how, where, and when our investment strategy can deliver on this vision for hundreds of thousands of customers across the UK. The Data Insight Officer is responsible for the data integrity and accuracy of asset management databases across Orbit. You'll develop systems and produce performance and monitoring information reports and data to offer valuable and genuine portfolio performance insight. Ensure that asset MI systems and stock condition survey databases are updated regularly Check the accuracy of the data held and provide analysis Develop reports to generate accurate asset management related performance indicators. Utilise data to benchmark against other housing associations and support continuous improvement Develop and maintain systems to generate accurate costed schedules of planned work Develop systems to provide accurate reports that monitor progress towards relevant legal and regulatory obligations and targets. What will help you make a difference. You'll be passionate about how data can influence business decisions that serve customers and commercial objectives for the better. You'll have the ability to set up spreadsheets and databases and be able to analyse complex data to draw out key narratives. You'll be experienced in producing reports and information packs for management and leadership teams. You should possess a degree, HND or equivalent or be qualified by experience in a similar position. We know that an inclusive environment makes us more accessible and ensures we attract, engage, promote and retain great people. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of background, age, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity/nationality, religious belief, faith or disability. As part of our Armed Forces Covenant commitment, we welcome ex-services professionals to consider career opportunities at Orbit. Why Orbit? Rewarding your contribution. For those who want or need more of a work life balance our view is that this role is suitable for WorkSmart. This means we would consider a more flexible working arrangement, where your hours and work location are managed according to business, customer and personal needs. Agile working arrangements will be discussed during the interview process. Some of our core benefits include: Group bonus potential up to 15% of salary 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays and the "Orbit day" Private medical insurance Excellent contributory pension scheme Life assurance A great pick and mix of flexible benefits including the option to buy and sell holiday and much more Our culture and purpose. We know that great people are central to achieving our ambitions and as such we want everyone to have a voice and make a positive difference. We are proud to be a Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to work for, this demonstrates we place people at the heart of everything we do. We continue to create a culture that celebrates diversity and an environment where everyone feels able to contribute towards achieving together. We support our colleagues to be at their best through our wellbeing programme , our corporate learning programme, opportunities for professional development, our innovative approaches to making the world and our homes a greener place and our leading reward and recognition package. Because of this our people tell us Orbit is a great place to work for. At Orbit, our people are enthusiastic and passionate about making a real difference to our customers and communities. We are one team where everyone is connected and encouraged to have the freedom to think differently. Each year we build many new affordable homes and manage a total portfolio of around 45,000 properties. Over 100,000 people live in an Orbit home and our innovative approach empowers every one of them to grow and thrive. We are commercially driven. The more profit we make, the more we invest into the communities that we work for, improving services and playing a key role in driving UK housing growth. Work for Orbit. Believe in people. We have so much more that we'd like to share with you so please submit your CV demonstrating the value you could bring to Orbit. We put the safeguarding of our customers, colleagues and contractors at the heart of everything we do and as such, certain roles will be subject to a DBS check. IND1
Sep 21, 2022
Full time
Orbit is a fantastic business and one that's really going places. Scroll down the page to see all associated job requirements, and any responsibilities successful candidates can expect. Orbit was formed in 1967 with the aim of providing good-quality housing for people who would otherwise not be able to afford to buy their own home. Over 50 years later, we're one of the leading housing providers in the UK. Our services have diversified, our housing portfolio has expanded, and our reputation as an innovator within our sector has grown. But one thing that has never changed. Our belief in people and what they can achieve. Your role at Orbit. At Orbit, we believe people deserve high-quality, affordable homes that they love to live in - whether they're buying or renting. In the Strategic Asset Management team, our data driven analytics and innovative thinking help us discover how, where, and when our investment strategy can deliver on this vision for hundreds of thousands of customers across the UK. The Data Insight Officer is responsible for the data integrity and accuracy of asset management databases across Orbit. You'll develop systems and produce performance and monitoring information reports and data to offer valuable and genuine portfolio performance insight. Ensure that asset MI systems and stock condition survey databases are updated regularly Check the accuracy of the data held and provide analysis Develop reports to generate accurate asset management related performance indicators. Utilise data to benchmark against other housing associations and support continuous improvement Develop and maintain systems to generate accurate costed schedules of planned work Develop systems to provide accurate reports that monitor progress towards relevant legal and regulatory obligations and targets. What will help you make a difference. You'll be passionate about how data can influence business decisions that serve customers and commercial objectives for the better. You'll have the ability to set up spreadsheets and databases and be able to analyse complex data to draw out key narratives. You'll be experienced in producing reports and information packs for management and leadership teams. You should possess a degree, HND or equivalent or be qualified by experience in a similar position. We know that an inclusive environment makes us more accessible and ensures we attract, engage, promote and retain great people. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of background, age, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity/nationality, religious belief, faith or disability. As part of our Armed Forces Covenant commitment, we welcome ex-services professionals to consider career opportunities at Orbit. Why Orbit? Rewarding your contribution. For those who want or need more of a work life balance our view is that this role is suitable for WorkSmart. This means we would consider a more flexible working arrangement, where your hours and work location are managed according to business, customer and personal needs. Agile working arrangements will be discussed during the interview process. Some of our core benefits include: Group bonus potential up to 15% of salary 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays and the "Orbit day" Private medical insurance Excellent contributory pension scheme Life assurance A great pick and mix of flexible benefits including the option to buy and sell holiday and much more Our culture and purpose. We know that great people are central to achieving our ambitions and as such we want everyone to have a voice and make a positive difference. We are proud to be a Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to work for, this demonstrates we place people at the heart of everything we do. We continue to create a culture that celebrates diversity and an environment where everyone feels able to contribute towards achieving together. We support our colleagues to be at their best through our wellbeing programme , our corporate learning programme, opportunities for professional development, our innovative approaches to making the world and our homes a greener place and our leading reward and recognition package. Because of this our people tell us Orbit is a great place to work for. At Orbit, our people are enthusiastic and passionate about making a real difference to our customers and communities. We are one team where everyone is connected and encouraged to have the freedom to think differently. Each year we build many new affordable homes and manage a total portfolio of around 45,000 properties. Over 100,000 people live in an Orbit home and our innovative approach empowers every one of them to grow and thrive. We are commercially driven. The more profit we make, the more we invest into the communities that we work for, improving services and playing a key role in driving UK housing growth. Work for Orbit. Believe in people. We have so much more that we'd like to share with you so please submit your CV demonstrating the value you could bring to Orbit. We put the safeguarding of our customers, colleagues and contractors at the heart of everything we do and as such, certain roles will be subject to a DBS check. IND1
Our clients are looking for a IT application Support Officer to work closely with business units in order to support them in the use of applications software; ensuring the configuration of IT Applications meet business process requirements; proactively seeking to identify where efficiencies and improvements can be made and assist in their implementation; help to minimise incidents and problems and develop robust solutions to address them. Key Responsibilities Provide support and guidance for application users to ensure that the business' application systems supported by the IT Team are maintained to the highest possible standard. Examine application functionality and performance and provide information about how it can be improved to assist business units in making the best use of their line of business applications within their processing activities. Working with colleagues across the business to understand new business requirements; Propose and specify technical solutions to meet changing business needs. Identify and document change requirements and information flows to enable the generation of solution proposals and designs. Provide support for application configuration and upgrades. Undertake application incident investigation, problem analysis and resolution for application issues in conjunction with the users and application suppliers. Liaising with external support partners to resolve issues. Implement IT application projects; working with team members and external partners as required. Participate in producing implementation plans, testing regimes, user acceptance and training. Produce and maintain relevant technical support documentation and user training materials. Maintain interfaces, exports and imports, and ensure their smooth running where required. Work in accordance with IT Service Desk procedural guidelines to ensure consistent, high-quality standards for all tasks. Support great teamwork and communication throughout the IT team and wider business to create a positive and professional work environment and deliver excellent services to our colleagues and customers. To carry out any other duties and responsibilities which, within the scope of this post, may be allocated by the IT Manager or authorised representative. To raise relevant purchase orders for authorisation on behalf of the company in accordance with Financial Regulations and Standing Orders by following departmental and organisational procedures. To observe and comply with the organisations financial/fraud management policies/procedures. To adopt a high standard of personal administration skills whilst managing and maintaining records and files so that these can be readily produced for audit purposes. Essential Skills/Experience Confident user of Office software applications, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office 365 application suite, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Teams Experience of data extracts and data manipulation using applications such Excel. Experience of administering and supporting business applications, including but not limited to: Finance Systems HR Systems Experience of technical IT issues and using appropriate language to enable discussions with internal colleagues and external technical specialists. Experience of supplier negotiations, working with and getting the most from software vendors. Design and production of IT requirement specifications and technical documentation. Good communication, facilitation and influencing skills, which can be applied to driving improvement and change. An awareness of customer needs and the commitment to continually improve the service provided. Able to gather and assimilate information with good problem-solving skills able to think ahead and anticipate problems and issues, and design appropriate solutions. Able to communicate complex technical ideas in a straightforward way to both technical experts, and colleagues at all levels within the business. Skilled at active listening, and providing clear and coherent answers. Proven involvement in projects from identifying needs, offering and delivering solutions into a business, working within project management and change control approaches. Credibility to work with and challenge colleagues at different levels within the business and their service delivery processes, while maintaining constructive working relationships. Committed to excellent service delivery and the ability to deliver customer outcomes. Good organisational and prioritisation skills both in regard to own workload and activities required to support the team. Ability to multi-task, handle high workloads in a busy working environment. Excellent team member, who is able to participate, contribute ideas and support fellow colleagues at all times in ensuring a successful operational team. Driven to succeed. Enthusiasm and willingness to learn and develop as technologies evolve. Provides evidence of continuing professional development. Willingness to work flexibly on occasions to get the job done . A customer-centric, positive, can-do attitude. Full UK Driving Licence Desirable Skills/Knowledge Experience of administering and supporting business applications in a Social Housing setting. Experience of Iris Cascade HR systems Experience of Infor SunAccounts finance systems. Has an awareness of SQL and reporting tools such as Microsoft SSRS, PowerBI and Microsoft SQL Server. Project management experience.
Sep 21, 2022
Full time
Our clients are looking for a IT application Support Officer to work closely with business units in order to support them in the use of applications software; ensuring the configuration of IT Applications meet business process requirements; proactively seeking to identify where efficiencies and improvements can be made and assist in their implementation; help to minimise incidents and problems and develop robust solutions to address them. Key Responsibilities Provide support and guidance for application users to ensure that the business' application systems supported by the IT Team are maintained to the highest possible standard. Examine application functionality and performance and provide information about how it can be improved to assist business units in making the best use of their line of business applications within their processing activities. Working with colleagues across the business to understand new business requirements; Propose and specify technical solutions to meet changing business needs. Identify and document change requirements and information flows to enable the generation of solution proposals and designs. Provide support for application configuration and upgrades. Undertake application incident investigation, problem analysis and resolution for application issues in conjunction with the users and application suppliers. Liaising with external support partners to resolve issues. Implement IT application projects; working with team members and external partners as required. Participate in producing implementation plans, testing regimes, user acceptance and training. Produce and maintain relevant technical support documentation and user training materials. Maintain interfaces, exports and imports, and ensure their smooth running where required. Work in accordance with IT Service Desk procedural guidelines to ensure consistent, high-quality standards for all tasks. Support great teamwork and communication throughout the IT team and wider business to create a positive and professional work environment and deliver excellent services to our colleagues and customers. To carry out any other duties and responsibilities which, within the scope of this post, may be allocated by the IT Manager or authorised representative. To raise relevant purchase orders for authorisation on behalf of the company in accordance with Financial Regulations and Standing Orders by following departmental and organisational procedures. To observe and comply with the organisations financial/fraud management policies/procedures. To adopt a high standard of personal administration skills whilst managing and maintaining records and files so that these can be readily produced for audit purposes. Essential Skills/Experience Confident user of Office software applications, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office 365 application suite, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Teams Experience of data extracts and data manipulation using applications such Excel. Experience of administering and supporting business applications, including but not limited to: Finance Systems HR Systems Experience of technical IT issues and using appropriate language to enable discussions with internal colleagues and external technical specialists. Experience of supplier negotiations, working with and getting the most from software vendors. Design and production of IT requirement specifications and technical documentation. Good communication, facilitation and influencing skills, which can be applied to driving improvement and change. An awareness of customer needs and the commitment to continually improve the service provided. Able to gather and assimilate information with good problem-solving skills able to think ahead and anticipate problems and issues, and design appropriate solutions. Able to communicate complex technical ideas in a straightforward way to both technical experts, and colleagues at all levels within the business. Skilled at active listening, and providing clear and coherent answers. Proven involvement in projects from identifying needs, offering and delivering solutions into a business, working within project management and change control approaches. Credibility to work with and challenge colleagues at different levels within the business and their service delivery processes, while maintaining constructive working relationships. Committed to excellent service delivery and the ability to deliver customer outcomes. Good organisational and prioritisation skills both in regard to own workload and activities required to support the team. Ability to multi-task, handle high workloads in a busy working environment. Excellent team member, who is able to participate, contribute ideas and support fellow colleagues at all times in ensuring a successful operational team. Driven to succeed. Enthusiasm and willingness to learn and develop as technologies evolve. Provides evidence of continuing professional development. Willingness to work flexibly on occasions to get the job done . A customer-centric, positive, can-do attitude. Full UK Driving Licence Desirable Skills/Knowledge Experience of administering and supporting business applications in a Social Housing setting. Experience of Iris Cascade HR systems Experience of Infor SunAccounts finance systems. Has an awareness of SQL and reporting tools such as Microsoft SSRS, PowerBI and Microsoft SQL Server. Project management experience.
Who we are looking forThe ideal candidate will have a predominantly technical background implementing major fund management and/or banking software applications, preferably within a front office environment. They will also have a good understanding of the fund management and/or front-office terminology and operations. Why this role is important to us The team you will be joining is a part of Charles River Development (or CRD), that became a part of State Street in 2018. CRD helps create enterprise investment management software solutions for large institutions in the areas of institutional investment, wealth management and hedge funds. Together we have created first open front-to-back platform - State Street Alpha, that was launched in 2019. Join us if delivering next generation infrastructure, using emerging technologies like AI and Blockchain sounds like a challenge you are up for. What you will be responsible for As a Consultant you will: Assist, from a technical standpoint, in the implementation of a sophisticated trade order management and compliance monitoring systems to the fund management industry Provide technical consultancy services for clients and their CRD Account Managers including; install, configure and test software; problem investigation; database configuration, tracing and performance analysis. Provide technical consultancy services for systems integration Design and development of solutions for additional Client requirements This role involves extensive travel and will involve spending time working on Client sites both in London and the EMEA region. What we value Experience in at least one major DBMS (MS SQL Server or Oracle), including installation, configuration and development. Multi-tier application point Good knowledge and experience of PL/SQL or TransactSQL (MS SQL Server) Complex SQL Debugging and optimization System interfacing and integration Proven, substantial, development experience in Java and/or C#. Development experience in some or all of the following would be an advantage Web Services SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) XML Messaging Excel VBA Perl .NET Exposure to working in Financial services; front- or middle-office, or fund management business areas ideal Experience dealing with users or clients from either a technical or business area. Comfortable making presentations covering business, technical or sales. Detailed knowledge of; Project phasing and reporting On-site delivery Systems support Operational procedures Batch processing System sizing and capacity planning System backup, contingency and disaster recovery Regional roll outs Education & Preferred Qualifications Third level qualification essential ideally a Technical Bachelors Degree. Fluency in a European language highly desirable. Additional requirements A natural desire to bring order to IT systems and to automate processes A positive, customer-oriented, and energetic attitude An analytical, creative, and innovative approach to solving problems A desire to work hard, be challenged in a fast-paced environment, and have fun while doing it. About State Street What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients. Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential. Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers
Sep 15, 2021
Full time
Who we are looking forThe ideal candidate will have a predominantly technical background implementing major fund management and/or banking software applications, preferably within a front office environment. They will also have a good understanding of the fund management and/or front-office terminology and operations. Why this role is important to us The team you will be joining is a part of Charles River Development (or CRD), that became a part of State Street in 2018. CRD helps create enterprise investment management software solutions for large institutions in the areas of institutional investment, wealth management and hedge funds. Together we have created first open front-to-back platform - State Street Alpha, that was launched in 2019. Join us if delivering next generation infrastructure, using emerging technologies like AI and Blockchain sounds like a challenge you are up for. What you will be responsible for As a Consultant you will: Assist, from a technical standpoint, in the implementation of a sophisticated trade order management and compliance monitoring systems to the fund management industry Provide technical consultancy services for clients and their CRD Account Managers including; install, configure and test software; problem investigation; database configuration, tracing and performance analysis. Provide technical consultancy services for systems integration Design and development of solutions for additional Client requirements This role involves extensive travel and will involve spending time working on Client sites both in London and the EMEA region. What we value Experience in at least one major DBMS (MS SQL Server or Oracle), including installation, configuration and development. Multi-tier application point Good knowledge and experience of PL/SQL or TransactSQL (MS SQL Server) Complex SQL Debugging and optimization System interfacing and integration Proven, substantial, development experience in Java and/or C#. Development experience in some or all of the following would be an advantage Web Services SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) XML Messaging Excel VBA Perl .NET Exposure to working in Financial services; front- or middle-office, or fund management business areas ideal Experience dealing with users or clients from either a technical or business area. Comfortable making presentations covering business, technical or sales. Detailed knowledge of; Project phasing and reporting On-site delivery Systems support Operational procedures Batch processing System sizing and capacity planning System backup, contingency and disaster recovery Regional roll outs Education & Preferred Qualifications Third level qualification essential ideally a Technical Bachelors Degree. Fluency in a European language highly desirable. Additional requirements A natural desire to bring order to IT systems and to automate processes A positive, customer-oriented, and energetic attitude An analytical, creative, and innovative approach to solving problems A desire to work hard, be challenged in a fast-paced environment, and have fun while doing it. About State Street What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients. Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential. Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers
Deputy Security Adviser
Ofgem is committed to making a positive difference for energy consumers through effective regulation of the market and close working with suppliers to ensure sustainable energy for consumers and businesses in the UK.
Job Description
Background and role
Working closely with the security colleagues and UK Intelligence Community, you will understand the key threats to the department and wider government and use this information to assess the risks to departmental business. You will support senior security colleagues to determine how to manage security risks affecting all business areas. Building a network of security contacts across the organisation and working closely with and advising staff in your department’s technology, HR and estates teams to ensure their security needs are met.
You will act as liaison and intelligent customer, supporting senior security colleagues in owning and requesting the delivery of critical security services from a central hub (Cluster Security Unit) and actively engaging to ensure service standards are maintained. You will build a network of Security Business Partners across the department to ensure that local security advice is available as needed so that projects and services consider security from the outset. With your expertise we can be sure that the security needs of the department will be met.
You will play an important role in delivering education and awareness among colleagues to make sure that security is embedded holistically across the organisation as an important part of everyone’s day-to-day role.
We are aiming to recruit people from diverse backgrounds to make sure we have a wide range of skills to strengthen our security capability across government. We value the fact that our different backgrounds, cultures, genders, experiences and ways of working create a more effective team. Each one of us has a part to play in helping government to keep the UK secure. The most important aspect of the requirement is that candidates have a good understanding of, or keen interest in, security of government assets and people.
If you have a passion for security and are driven by the challenge of leading through influence, at both the strategic and operational levels of security, this role is for you. This challenge is likely to be simulating and unique in many ways. If you are keen to expand your skills and experience in the sector, we can offer the training you need to support your development.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Supporting senior security staff in acting as an intelligent customer, requesting services from the Cluster Security Unit and supporting the Chief Security Officer through governance structures to ensure the security requirements of your department are being met;
Providing support in monitoring the services delivered by the Cluster Security Unit to ensure they meet the agreed service level defined in the Service Level Agreements. Review of Service Level Agreements to ensure the services provided meet the needs of the department;
Providing advice to colleagues on departmental security issues, including the management of security risks;
Delivering education and awareness training on security matters to staff across the organisation;
Being a role model for the security community and modelling Civil Service values to foster and develop the profession across government;
Acting as a security professional, championing and sharing best practice through the community and embedding government security culture within the department, across technology, operations and suppliers.
You must demonstrate that you have recent and relevant skills and experience in:
Understanding of security and risk, as well as a willingness to develop knowledge in these areas as appropriate whilst recognising future risks and strategically planning to mitigate them;
Experience of engaging, advising and influencing at all levels of an organisation whilst projecting credibility and self-assurance;
Ability to form excellent relationships within your department and with the wider security community;
It would also be beneficial if you demonstrate any of the following skills or experience:
Experience of managing contracts and acting as an intelligent customer;
Background in cyber security, physical security, personnel security, technology, risk management or data professions.
Security clearance:
The successful candidate will need to hold Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance or be willing to undergo the process. Competencies
We’ll assess you against these competencies during the selection process:
Collaborating and partnering
Establish relationships with a range of stakeholders to support delivery of business outcomes;
Readily share resources to support higher priority work, showing pragmatism and support for the shared goals of the organisation;
Act as a team player, investing time to generate a common focus and genuine team spirit.
Achieving Commercial Outcomes
Work with colleagues to engage effectively and intelligently with delivery partners in order to define and/or improve service delivery;
Seeing the Big Picture
Be alert to emerging issues and trends which might impact or benefit your own and the team’s work
Leading and communicating
Communicate in a straightforward, honest and engaging manner with all stakeholders and stand ground when needed;
Continually communicate with staff, helping to clarify goals and activities and the links between these and Departmental strategy.
Delivering at pace
Regularly monitor work against milestones or targets and act promptly to keep work on track and maintain performance
To apply, please go to: https://ofgemli.webitrent.com/ofgemli_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC106GF.display_srch_all?WVID=57179634Hs
Closing date: 20th August 2018.
Ofgem is an equal opportunities employer. Protecting consumers and powering the future of the energy debate.
Aug 03, 2018
Full time
Deputy Security Adviser
Ofgem is committed to making a positive difference for energy consumers through effective regulation of the market and close working with suppliers to ensure sustainable energy for consumers and businesses in the UK.
Job Description
Background and role
Working closely with the security colleagues and UK Intelligence Community, you will understand the key threats to the department and wider government and use this information to assess the risks to departmental business. You will support senior security colleagues to determine how to manage security risks affecting all business areas. Building a network of security contacts across the organisation and working closely with and advising staff in your department’s technology, HR and estates teams to ensure their security needs are met.
You will act as liaison and intelligent customer, supporting senior security colleagues in owning and requesting the delivery of critical security services from a central hub (Cluster Security Unit) and actively engaging to ensure service standards are maintained. You will build a network of Security Business Partners across the department to ensure that local security advice is available as needed so that projects and services consider security from the outset. With your expertise we can be sure that the security needs of the department will be met.
You will play an important role in delivering education and awareness among colleagues to make sure that security is embedded holistically across the organisation as an important part of everyone’s day-to-day role.
We are aiming to recruit people from diverse backgrounds to make sure we have a wide range of skills to strengthen our security capability across government. We value the fact that our different backgrounds, cultures, genders, experiences and ways of working create a more effective team. Each one of us has a part to play in helping government to keep the UK secure. The most important aspect of the requirement is that candidates have a good understanding of, or keen interest in, security of government assets and people.
If you have a passion for security and are driven by the challenge of leading through influence, at both the strategic and operational levels of security, this role is for you. This challenge is likely to be simulating and unique in many ways. If you are keen to expand your skills and experience in the sector, we can offer the training you need to support your development.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Supporting senior security staff in acting as an intelligent customer, requesting services from the Cluster Security Unit and supporting the Chief Security Officer through governance structures to ensure the security requirements of your department are being met;
Providing support in monitoring the services delivered by the Cluster Security Unit to ensure they meet the agreed service level defined in the Service Level Agreements. Review of Service Level Agreements to ensure the services provided meet the needs of the department;
Providing advice to colleagues on departmental security issues, including the management of security risks;
Delivering education and awareness training on security matters to staff across the organisation;
Being a role model for the security community and modelling Civil Service values to foster and develop the profession across government;
Acting as a security professional, championing and sharing best practice through the community and embedding government security culture within the department, across technology, operations and suppliers.
You must demonstrate that you have recent and relevant skills and experience in:
Understanding of security and risk, as well as a willingness to develop knowledge in these areas as appropriate whilst recognising future risks and strategically planning to mitigate them;
Experience of engaging, advising and influencing at all levels of an organisation whilst projecting credibility and self-assurance;
Ability to form excellent relationships within your department and with the wider security community;
It would also be beneficial if you demonstrate any of the following skills or experience:
Experience of managing contracts and acting as an intelligent customer;
Background in cyber security, physical security, personnel security, technology, risk management or data professions.
Security clearance:
The successful candidate will need to hold Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance or be willing to undergo the process. Competencies
We’ll assess you against these competencies during the selection process:
Collaborating and partnering
Establish relationships with a range of stakeholders to support delivery of business outcomes;
Readily share resources to support higher priority work, showing pragmatism and support for the shared goals of the organisation;
Act as a team player, investing time to generate a common focus and genuine team spirit.
Achieving Commercial Outcomes
Work with colleagues to engage effectively and intelligently with delivery partners in order to define and/or improve service delivery;
Seeing the Big Picture
Be alert to emerging issues and trends which might impact or benefit your own and the team’s work
Leading and communicating
Communicate in a straightforward, honest and engaging manner with all stakeholders and stand ground when needed;
Continually communicate with staff, helping to clarify goals and activities and the links between these and Departmental strategy.
Delivering at pace
Regularly monitor work against milestones or targets and act promptly to keep work on track and maintain performance
To apply, please go to: https://ofgemli.webitrent.com/ofgemli_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC106GF.display_srch_all?WVID=57179634Hs
Closing date: 20th August 2018.
Ofgem is an equal opportunities employer. Protecting consumers and powering the future of the energy debate.
Position: Information Security Officer
Location: Worcester
Salary: £36,225 per annum (rising to £39,253 after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)
Hours: 35 per week
Why work for us?
Sanctuary Group is one of the UK’s leading providers of housing, care and community services. We provide a diverse range of services across a group structure including general rented, sheltered, supported accommodation, student and key worker accommodation and care homes. With around 11,000 employees, we maintain a culture where diversity is valued and talent is nurtured and rewarded.
This job sits within the Information Security Team ensuring the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information across Sanctuary Group and to deliver high quality services to customers. Our strength as an organisation lies in the quality of our people and we are always looking for individuals with fresh ideas to join us - people who share our commercial mind-set and who are committed to providing excellent customer service. Our philosophy is to attract and retain quality individuals, nurture and develop them and in doing so, inspire and motivate them.
The role of Information Security Officer will include –
Supporting the development and maintenance of information security policies and processes to ensure data, systems and applications are secure and robust
Providing support and advice to managers and other IS users on governance and compliance frameworks, policies and procedures as needed
Supporting the effective resolution of customers’ security issues and queries, liaising with the IS Service Desk to ensure a high quality level of customer service
Appraisal of new and existing processes and their suitability to meet the future needs of the Group whilst meeting security requirements
Skills and experiences –
Working knowledge of information security practices in a large, complex organisation
Experience of resolving information security related issues
Experience in use and analysis of security monitoring tools
Experience of data protection act
Experience of risk management
Ability to extract and interpret computerised data
Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer care skills
Ready to join us?
As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, we offer you access to a range of great employee benefits and the opportunity to develop and progress within your career. Benefits include:
A contributory pension scheme
25 days leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus bank holidays
Life assurance
Health & well-being plans
Discounted products & services
Personal advice and counselling
Family-friendly arrangements
Tax efficient benefits
Learning and development opportunities
Jul 29, 2017
Full time
Position: Information Security Officer
Location: Worcester
Salary: £36,225 per annum (rising to £39,253 after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)
Hours: 35 per week
Why work for us?
Sanctuary Group is one of the UK’s leading providers of housing, care and community services. We provide a diverse range of services across a group structure including general rented, sheltered, supported accommodation, student and key worker accommodation and care homes. With around 11,000 employees, we maintain a culture where diversity is valued and talent is nurtured and rewarded.
This job sits within the Information Security Team ensuring the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information across Sanctuary Group and to deliver high quality services to customers. Our strength as an organisation lies in the quality of our people and we are always looking for individuals with fresh ideas to join us - people who share our commercial mind-set and who are committed to providing excellent customer service. Our philosophy is to attract and retain quality individuals, nurture and develop them and in doing so, inspire and motivate them.
The role of Information Security Officer will include –
Supporting the development and maintenance of information security policies and processes to ensure data, systems and applications are secure and robust
Providing support and advice to managers and other IS users on governance and compliance frameworks, policies and procedures as needed
Supporting the effective resolution of customers’ security issues and queries, liaising with the IS Service Desk to ensure a high quality level of customer service
Appraisal of new and existing processes and their suitability to meet the future needs of the Group whilst meeting security requirements
Skills and experiences –
Working knowledge of information security practices in a large, complex organisation
Experience of resolving information security related issues
Experience in use and analysis of security monitoring tools
Experience of data protection act
Experience of risk management
Ability to extract and interpret computerised data
Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer care skills
Ready to join us?
As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, we offer you access to a range of great employee benefits and the opportunity to develop and progress within your career. Benefits include:
A contributory pension scheme
25 days leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus bank holidays
Life assurance
Health & well-being plans
Discounted products & services
Personal advice and counselling
Family-friendly arrangements
Tax efficient benefits
Learning and development opportunities
My client are a government organisation that are based in the East Riding of Yorkshire. They are now looking to add an External Funding Technical Officer.
Overall Purpose of the Job:
To offer support to the External Funding Team to ensure the best use is made of available ICT resources, e.g. Granttracker, Grantfinder & Grantnet in the delivery of the corporate External Funding Strategy.
Principal Accountabilities:
To develop and maintain effective administration systems for the gathering and dissemination of external funding information using the tracking systems, ensuring the requirements of the corporate grant policy are met, and to regularly advise the External Funding Team of progress towards the key indicators, milestones and outputs of the External Funding Strategy.
To set up systems, manage and maintain records creating a comprehensive picture of external funding activity across all directorates and ensure these records are regularly updated by individual project managers
To gather relevant information/data from a range of sources.
To undertake analysis of data sets and present information and data as prescribed by the External Funding Manager using range of techniques.
To provide information /data to members of the public, Council officers and Members and partners as required or requested.
To assist the External Funding & Policy Manager and External Funding Coordinator with the preparation of the annual CIPFA External Funding survey return.
To provide the first point of contact / gatekeeper role for the External Team for any source of enquiry (email, face-to-face, telephone etc) relating to the tracker, Grantfinder or ER4C systems, identifying the most appropriate course of action for the enquirer (wide variety and complexity so will be decided on a case-by-case basis). This role will provide the public interface on a daily basis.
To liaise directly with identified Project Managers, ensuring the efficient and accurate provision of required external funding information and identifying training and development requirements.
To understand the relevance/significance of data to be inputted, ensuring accuracy upon entry within stipulated target dates and reports any obvious discrepancies with the originator.
This includes:
• Maintain an adequate audit trail to verify performance
• Undertake regular validation
• Maintain suitable records for inspection and audit purpose
• Ensure guidance notes are maintained
• Ensure records are secure
To carry out administrative duties appropriate to the External Funding Team and associated with the day-to-day running of the External Funding Office. Attendance/ minute taking at meetings to represent the External Funding Team as appropriate.
Person Specification:
Experience in data presentation, research and statistical techniques
including the use of IT and presenting information in a ‘user friendly’ way
Experience of using I.T. to a high standard including word processing, spreadsheets, databases and financial packages.
Experience of handling complex enquiries whilst maintaining a high standard of customer care (face-to-face, email, telephone etc)
Educated to NVQ3 level or equivalent
Knowledge of data analysis and collection and presentation techniques
Knowledge of the grant funding and project delivery cycle
An understanding of the broader context of external funding and how the monitoring of its use can contribute to meeting Council aims and priorities
Hours of work - Monday - Friday - 9.00am - 5.00pm
Sep 09, 2016
My client are a government organisation that are based in the East Riding of Yorkshire. They are now looking to add an External Funding Technical Officer.
Overall Purpose of the Job:
To offer support to the External Funding Team to ensure the best use is made of available ICT resources, e.g. Granttracker, Grantfinder & Grantnet in the delivery of the corporate External Funding Strategy.
Principal Accountabilities:
To develop and maintain effective administration systems for the gathering and dissemination of external funding information using the tracking systems, ensuring the requirements of the corporate grant policy are met, and to regularly advise the External Funding Team of progress towards the key indicators, milestones and outputs of the External Funding Strategy.
To set up systems, manage and maintain records creating a comprehensive picture of external funding activity across all directorates and ensure these records are regularly updated by individual project managers
To gather relevant information/data from a range of sources.
To undertake analysis of data sets and present information and data as prescribed by the External Funding Manager using range of techniques.
To provide information /data to members of the public, Council officers and Members and partners as required or requested.
To assist the External Funding & Policy Manager and External Funding Coordinator with the preparation of the annual CIPFA External Funding survey return.
To provide the first point of contact / gatekeeper role for the External Team for any source of enquiry (email, face-to-face, telephone etc) relating to the tracker, Grantfinder or ER4C systems, identifying the most appropriate course of action for the enquirer (wide variety and complexity so will be decided on a case-by-case basis). This role will provide the public interface on a daily basis.
To liaise directly with identified Project Managers, ensuring the efficient and accurate provision of required external funding information and identifying training and development requirements.
To understand the relevance/significance of data to be inputted, ensuring accuracy upon entry within stipulated target dates and reports any obvious discrepancies with the originator.
This includes:
• Maintain an adequate audit trail to verify performance
• Undertake regular validation
• Maintain suitable records for inspection and audit purpose
• Ensure guidance notes are maintained
• Ensure records are secure
To carry out administrative duties appropriate to the External Funding Team and associated with the day-to-day running of the External Funding Office. Attendance/ minute taking at meetings to represent the External Funding Team as appropriate.
Person Specification:
Experience in data presentation, research and statistical techniques
including the use of IT and presenting information in a ‘user friendly’ way
Experience of using I.T. to a high standard including word processing, spreadsheets, databases and financial packages.
Experience of handling complex enquiries whilst maintaining a high standard of customer care (face-to-face, email, telephone etc)
Educated to NVQ3 level or equivalent
Knowledge of data analysis and collection and presentation techniques
Knowledge of the grant funding and project delivery cycle
An understanding of the broader context of external funding and how the monitoring of its use can contribute to meeting Council aims and priorities
Hours of work - Monday - Friday - 9.00am - 5.00pm