Strategy Project Officer

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Strategy Project Officer - Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council

Do you come from a project management background and interested in a role within the Public Sector? Apply today to find out more.

Benefits:

• Hourly Rate: £19.35 per hour
• Location: Antrim
• Hours of Work: 37 hrs per week, Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm
• Holidays: 34 days pro rata
• Public Sector
• Duration: Up to 31st October 2025
• Please note closing date for applications is Monday 18th November 2024. However you can register your interest for other, upcoming Public Sector opportunities by applying today

The main duties will include the preparation of the council’s bank reconciliations, preparation and submission of grant claims. Duties will include:

• Assist in the development and implementation of a programme plan to effectively and efficiently meet objectives of applicable projects, including planning project activities, identifying resource requirements, evaluating the implementation and progress of the project
• Assist in the procurement and management of services contracts and capital purchases relating to the projects; and,
• Provide analysis and outputs for evidence-based decision making, develop innovative solutions to improve timely implementation of the project and its objectives and enhance service delivery.
• The Waste Strategy Project Officer will work under the direction of the Waste Strategy and Sustainability Manager to ensure the full and effective development and implementation of Waste Projects, in particular the harmonisation of the kerbside waste & recycling collection scheme across the Borough.
• Work with the Waste Strategy and Sustainability Manager to prepare tenders and specifications, and evaluate and award contracts in relation to the project and directly manage relevant contracts to achieve project objectives.

Criteria:

• Degree or equivalent Level 6 (or higher) qualification in a relevant subject e.g. Waste Management, Project Management, Business Management etc. Consideration may be given to applicants who do not hold a relevant qualification but who can demonstrate a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience as detailed below

OR

• At least 2 years’ experience in each of the following:
• Setting up and managing new initiatives or projects;
• Post project evaluation
• Procurement and contract management; and budget management.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships internally and externally, including with funders, contractors and other partner bodies
• Ability to work on own initiative to meet deadlines
• Be able to demonstrate excellent planning and organisational skills
• Working knowledge of managing projects or facilities
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office and Windows Applications
• Full current driving licence or, if a disability prevents driving, access to a suitable form of transport to enable the duties of the post to be carried out in full

If you're interested in finding out more apply online, email your CV to or give Gillian a call on to find out more.

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