Senior Programme Officer (Rail)
Job Summary
Contract Type:
Fixed Term
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
11/03/2020
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 30/06/2020 23:59
Salary:
A starting salary of £32,029
Job Category:
Regeneration/ Economic Development
Employment Location:
County Hall
Further Information
Senior Programme Officer (Rail)
37 hours on a 3 year fixed term basis
PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY BUT WILL BE CONSIDERED
The Council
Northumberland County Council operates a huge range of services across one of the largest counties in the UK. Local Government’s ongoing challenges and the diversity of our residents means we have to work smarter. That’s why we want bold, creative and agile thinkers who can help us move forward and innovate.
For further information about working for Northumberland County Council, please click here: http://www.northumberland.gov.uk/working
The Service
Economy and Regeneration is part of the Regeneration, Economy and Commercial Directorate of the Council delivering the Council’s priority of Economic Growth. This includes influencing national and regional policy and driving delivery and management of a range of regeneration and economic growth projects, and acquisition and management of external funding, including Borderlands Growth Deal, North of Tyne Combined Authority Investment Funding, European Structural Funds and Central Government Initiatives. The Service is looking to recruit an Senior Programme Officer (Rail) to the Strategic Transport and Employability Team.
The Role
The Economy and Regeneration Service has an exciting opportunity for an Senior Programme Officer (Rail) in the Strategic Transport and Employability Team.
This is a new post, developed in response to new opportunities presented in the context of the a number of emerging national transport funding opportunities including the development of the Northumberland Line project for the reintroduction of passenger services between Ashington and Newcastle. The post will provide comprehensive support to professional staff in the provision of strategic transport project development and delivery, particularly with regard to the provision of timely and accurate information, development of policies and business cases, and management of contracts and relations with external partners. The core purpose is to support development and implementation of strategic policy and statutory requirements associated with delivering the objectives of the emerging Regional Transport Plan, Economic Strategy and the Council’s Corporate Plan with regard to employability and translating policy into projects and initiatives. The role is offered on a 3 year fixed term basis Essential Requirements You will be educated to BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) or equivalent standard of general education. You will have experience in working with data, and a good knowledge of performance and budget management practices. You will have active awareness of and interest in transport across a range of modes.
You will have experience of research and undertaking project tasks, organising work, resources and events, providing support to ensure successful delivery of projects, and working effectively in partnership with others.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop employability and skills experience and knowledge in an exciting and expanding area of work within the Council. The post is offered on a 3 year fixed term basis.
We are offering:
- A starting salary of £32,029 (Band 8)
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
- A wide range of staff benefits including a competitive annual leave provision
- Flexible working arrangements
For an informal discussion, please contact Stuart McNaughton on 07827 873139 or stuart.mcnaughton@northumberland.gov.uk
Closing date 25 March 2020 at midnight
Northumberland County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sectors of the community. We recognise the difficulties that transgender applicants in particular may face during a recruitment process; any concerns regarding the process can be discussed with Rebecca Harding (Trans HR Support Officer) on 01670 623 130 or rebecca.harding@northumberland.gov.uk .
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. All applications to work on a part-time will be considered in line with the requirements of the post and the needs of the service.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.