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Project Officer
| Posting date: | 23 July 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £38,223 to £38,223 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 August 2024 |
| Location: | Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 2BX |
| Company: | Suffolk County Council |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 15884 |
Summary
- Suffolk County Council – Endeavour House, Ipswich, IP1 2BX - Hybrid
- £38,223 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Fixed Term or Secondment for 12 months
This is a great opportunity to join Suffolk County Council's Children and Young People's Service as a Project Officer supporting the Early Help System Partnership Forum.
- Would you like to work in an incredibly varied, challenging and rewarding role?
- Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people in Suffolk?
- Do you have a good understanding of support services for children and families and are you able to work in a multi-agency space, being responsible for lots of different areas of work alongside generating input from partners?
If you answered yes to these questions, we would love to hear from you!
Suffolk has a diverse range of early help providers but lacks a mechanism for leaders to come together to identify and drive forwards changes in Suffolk's early intervention and prevention approach. We are in the early stages of establishing a forum to build on the existing strengths and resilience of partnership organisations, so that together we can meet the diverse range of needs, and to improve outcomes for children, young people, and families within our community. Over the next year we need to strengthen the collective understanding of the early intervention and prevention sector, promote this as an approach, and implement the priorities for change.
Your role and responsibilities
This job sits within the Suffolk's Safeguarding Partnership which is a small but busy team, and you will be responsible for leading and engaging in co-production and consultation activities with parents and partners, establishing project management processes to support the Early Help system forum, sub-groups and strategy development. Your role will be varied, and you’ll need to be confident in managing multiple workstreams and using self-directed initiative to prioritise. You will be given the freedom and trust to manage your workloads independently whilst meeting deadlines, alongside support and line management from the chair of the forum (Head of Service - Family Support) with a close working relationship with the SSP Partnership Manager.
Your role will be fundamental to leading this change as you will be:
- delivering transformation programmes to strengthen connections, improve partnership working, and systems to help families navigate access to early help support
- working and leading partners to establish and deliver project sub-groups, undertake follow up actions and reporting processes.
- undertaking consultation and co-production activities with families and stakeholders, including local agencies such as VCFSE, to create an Early Help system strategy and priority action plan
- engaging with working groups to improve multi-agency collaboration so that Suffolk has a clearer focus on early intervention and prevention support for families
- establishing project management documentation, planning and reporting processes, distributing agendas, minutes and undertaking follow up actions
- identifying project-level risks and taking decisions on any changes required to address these.
We are looking for:
- a driven, self-motivated person who likes a challenge and can achieve outcomes in a short timeframe
- demonstrable project management experience in coordinating diverse groups of partners to effectively deliver projects on time and within budget
- excellent relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills, both verbal and in writing
- an experienced, adaptable and a self-starting Project Officer with the ability to accelerate the pace of this development by working closely with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
- someone skilled in sourcing data and producing reports based on evidence or impact and implementing proposals to support improvements.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
We will offer you:
- a chance to shape our council's early intervention and prevention strategies
- the ability to support and challenge partners to enhance children's outcomes
- collaboration with multi-agency partners, expanding your network and career prospects
- role-specific training and growth opportunities
- insight into Suffolk's safeguarding practices
The team
This role will sit within the Suffolk Safeguarding Partnership which is a dynamic and diverse group of professionals supporting the operational teams develop children, young people and adult services influencing practice and driving forwards our commitment to improve outcomes for children and young people across Suffolk.
The team is funded by multi-agency partners (predominantly Health, Police and Social Care), and is a small team made up of an Independent Chair, Partnership Manager, two Professional Advisors (one for adult, and one for children), a Communications and Engagement Officer, and a Partnership Coordinator.
We work collectively with a network of partners and organisations working together to safeguard children, young people, and adults at risk in Suffolk. You can read more about who we are, our statutory responsibilities, and our work here: https://www.suffolksp.org.uk/
Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.
For more information
Please contact Julia Haig (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 07523 930574 or emailing julia.haig@suffolk.gov.uk
If you are internal and want to apply for a secondment, read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template.
1. Tell us about the knowledge, skills, and experience you would bring, and how they would help you in the Project Officer role?
2. What do you see as the priorities for the first 3 months and how would you go about achieving these?
3. Share an example of a challenging project, and how you managed it?
4. If successful, what support would you need, and what else would you like to share to support your application?
Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at 03456 014412 or recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk
Closing date: 11.30pm, 5 August 2024.
Interview date: 16 August 2024.
Promoted as JOTW (Job Of The Week) on Suffolk Jobs Direct
This authority 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. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you’ll enjoy:
up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
Plus lots more!
If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).
- £38,223 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Fixed Term or Secondment for 12 months
This is a great opportunity to join Suffolk County Council's Children and Young People's Service as a Project Officer supporting the Early Help System Partnership Forum.
- Would you like to work in an incredibly varied, challenging and rewarding role?
- Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people in Suffolk?
- Do you have a good understanding of support services for children and families and are you able to work in a multi-agency space, being responsible for lots of different areas of work alongside generating input from partners?
If you answered yes to these questions, we would love to hear from you!
Suffolk has a diverse range of early help providers but lacks a mechanism for leaders to come together to identify and drive forwards changes in Suffolk's early intervention and prevention approach. We are in the early stages of establishing a forum to build on the existing strengths and resilience of partnership organisations, so that together we can meet the diverse range of needs, and to improve outcomes for children, young people, and families within our community. Over the next year we need to strengthen the collective understanding of the early intervention and prevention sector, promote this as an approach, and implement the priorities for change.
Your role and responsibilities
This job sits within the Suffolk's Safeguarding Partnership which is a small but busy team, and you will be responsible for leading and engaging in co-production and consultation activities with parents and partners, establishing project management processes to support the Early Help system forum, sub-groups and strategy development. Your role will be varied, and you’ll need to be confident in managing multiple workstreams and using self-directed initiative to prioritise. You will be given the freedom and trust to manage your workloads independently whilst meeting deadlines, alongside support and line management from the chair of the forum (Head of Service - Family Support) with a close working relationship with the SSP Partnership Manager.
Your role will be fundamental to leading this change as you will be:
- delivering transformation programmes to strengthen connections, improve partnership working, and systems to help families navigate access to early help support
- working and leading partners to establish and deliver project sub-groups, undertake follow up actions and reporting processes.
- undertaking consultation and co-production activities with families and stakeholders, including local agencies such as VCFSE, to create an Early Help system strategy and priority action plan
- engaging with working groups to improve multi-agency collaboration so that Suffolk has a clearer focus on early intervention and prevention support for families
- establishing project management documentation, planning and reporting processes, distributing agendas, minutes and undertaking follow up actions
- identifying project-level risks and taking decisions on any changes required to address these.
We are looking for:
- a driven, self-motivated person who likes a challenge and can achieve outcomes in a short timeframe
- demonstrable project management experience in coordinating diverse groups of partners to effectively deliver projects on time and within budget
- excellent relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills, both verbal and in writing
- an experienced, adaptable and a self-starting Project Officer with the ability to accelerate the pace of this development by working closely with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
- someone skilled in sourcing data and producing reports based on evidence or impact and implementing proposals to support improvements.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
We will offer you:
- a chance to shape our council's early intervention and prevention strategies
- the ability to support and challenge partners to enhance children's outcomes
- collaboration with multi-agency partners, expanding your network and career prospects
- role-specific training and growth opportunities
- insight into Suffolk's safeguarding practices
The team
This role will sit within the Suffolk Safeguarding Partnership which is a dynamic and diverse group of professionals supporting the operational teams develop children, young people and adult services influencing practice and driving forwards our commitment to improve outcomes for children and young people across Suffolk.
The team is funded by multi-agency partners (predominantly Health, Police and Social Care), and is a small team made up of an Independent Chair, Partnership Manager, two Professional Advisors (one for adult, and one for children), a Communications and Engagement Officer, and a Partnership Coordinator.
We work collectively with a network of partners and organisations working together to safeguard children, young people, and adults at risk in Suffolk. You can read more about who we are, our statutory responsibilities, and our work here: https://www.suffolksp.org.uk/
Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.
For more information
Please contact Julia Haig (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 07523 930574 or emailing julia.haig@suffolk.gov.uk
If you are internal and want to apply for a secondment, read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template.
1. Tell us about the knowledge, skills, and experience you would bring, and how they would help you in the Project Officer role?
2. What do you see as the priorities for the first 3 months and how would you go about achieving these?
3. Share an example of a challenging project, and how you managed it?
4. If successful, what support would you need, and what else would you like to share to support your application?
Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at 03456 014412 or recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk
Closing date: 11.30pm, 5 August 2024.
Interview date: 16 August 2024.
Promoted as JOTW (Job Of The Week) on Suffolk Jobs Direct
This authority 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. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you’ll enjoy:
up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
Plus lots more!
If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).