Project Support Officer - Remote Working

Job Description

The starting salary for this role is £27,991 per annum, working 36 hours per week.This role is open to remote working meaning you arent required in the office 5 days a week. Were less about you driving to work and more about us collectively driving downour carbon footprint. We care about how you work rather than where you work; the people rather than the postcode. In support of our people and our greener futures strategies, wed welcome a conversation with the successful candidate on what remote workingmay look like for you.Do you love rolling up your sleeves and getting into the detail Do you have a proven track record of supporting projects and providing high-level administrative support Are you organised, focused, and tenacious If so then we want tohear from you!At Surrey, we are undertaking significant fast-paced improvement across the council. Tim Oliver (Leader) and Joanna Killian (Chief Executive) have emphasised a clear strategic direction as key to the councils improvement journey. In order toachieve this we have embarked upon a massive transformation programme which consists of a number of key projects that are critical to the future success and financial stability of the council. We are on a rapid change journey with new management, innovativeapproaches, energy, and ambition.To deliver the 2030 community vision we are committed to changing and radically improving the Councils culture, approach, and performance - putting our residents current and future needs first.The role of Project SupportOfficer will play an important part in the Councils ongoing transformation. Youll be working on exciting transformation projects in our Communities portfolio - these are significant programmes of work that will deliver real improvements to the lives of peoplewho live, work, and study in Surrey. Were transforming our Libraries and Cultural Services, enhancing the experience of our customers, and developing new ways of working in partnership with communities and other organisations. These programmes involve collaborationwith teams across the Council to design and deliver new ways of working that are innovative, efficient, and that drive continuous improvement towards achievement of our community vision.In this role you will be involved in supporting all aspects of projectdelivery from business case development through ongoing project management to evaluation of impact. You will provide support to small teams of Programme and Project Managers to produce and maintain project documentation and to develop and monitor progressagainst project plans, including monitoring risks, issues, and dependencies. You will lead on support to project governance, including drafting and maintaining terms of reference, roles and responsibilities and stakeholder mapping documentation, servicingmeetings (producing agendas, compiling papers and taking minutes), and supporting the organisation of meetings and events (virtual and face-to-face). You will have an opportunity to gain experience of a wide range of tasks and projects including taking a moreactive role in aspects of project management, alongside the Project and Programme Managers, to support your development.You will need to demonstrate an ability to think clearly and logically, to maintain focus and attention to detail, and to identify opportunitiesfor process improvement and take a lead on putting these into practice. You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work as part of a team and confidently on your own initiative.If youre passionate, enthusiastic, andfeel you want to be part of this journey then please apply by uploading your CV and personal statement (no longer than two pages of A4 please) outlining your suitability for this role.To be considered for this position your application will clearly evidence:Experience supporting complex projects or programmes of work Experience providing high level administrative support Understanding of the key stages of the project lifecycle and the project management mechanisms and tools that apply to these Understanding oflocal government (desirable) Experience managing conflicting priorities and multiple tasks IT literate with strong understanding of Excel and Microsoft Office applicationsAt Surrey, our values and behaviours are just as important as our skills and abilities.They shape who we are as an organisation. Find out more about the values we follow. For more information please find the full job description below and refer to this before submitting your application. We also invite you to read our Life at Surrey handbookto see insights of the culture at Surrey and how as a valued employee, you can help shape our Council.Additional InformationThe job advert closes at 23:59 on 15th November 2021. Interviews will take place week commencing 6th December 2021.This is a 15 Monthfixed term contract - until 31st March 2023Contact DetailsFor an informal discussion please contact Sarah Hardman, Senior Programme Manager, by e-mail at .uk.We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.BenefitsFromflexible working to job sharing (where possible) we are committed to providing a healthy work life balance. A laptop and mobile will be supplied if applicable to your role. You will benefit from 26 days annual leave, rising to 28 days after 2 years service,a generous local government salary related pension, as well as the option to join our car lease scheme. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit MyBenefits for Surrey County Council staff.Our CommitmentSurreyCounty Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflectingthe community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.