Project Officer
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 09 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Grade E £29,540 to £32,597 per annum |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 08 Ebrill 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Havant, PO9 2AX |
| Cwmni: | Havant Borough & East Hampshire District Councils |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 189 |
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Job Advert
We are looking for a Project Officer within our Project Management Office. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who
are passionate about contributing to the success of projects and making a meaningful impact.
The Role
As a Project Officer you will play a critical role in supporting the delivery of key projects within the organisation by ensuring
effective planning, co-ordination, and execution. You will collaborate with various teams, monitor project progress, and provide
administrative and operational support.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support to the Project Managers and Business Analyst within the Programme Management Office (PMO) in the delivery of corporate,
digital and transformational projects.
* Support for the ongoing design and management of the Councils’ project management toolkit and portfolio of projects and
programmes
What we offer
* A competitive salary
* Support for your continuous professional development
* Generous Leave Allowance
* Free Parking
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* Flexible working/Hybrid working to support your work-life balance
* Family Friendly Packages
* A comprehensive benefits package, find out more on our website www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers
[https://www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers]
You should have
* Proven experience in a project support or co-ordination role
* Familiarity with project management methodologies, such as PRINCE2.
* Experience in project administration, including tracking progress and reporting
* Experience including technical ability to use software such as MS Visio
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise your workload and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and project management tools (MS Project).
If you would like to discuss the role, please contact Nicola Hope, Senior Project Manager on 02392 446067 or via
email nicola.hope@havant.gov.uk [nicola.hope@havant.gov.uk]
To Apply
If you are good at problem solving and have a proactive attitude toward identifying and addressing challenges, then you are the
kind of person we want to hear from!
Please click apply and complete the short application process (3-4) minutes. Please ensure you attach your CV and a supporting
statement, when completing your application on our recruitment platform Hireful – www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-us-apply-now
[http://www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-us-apply-now]. We will not be able to progress your application further unless you provide a
supporting statement detailing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the role profile.
Closing date for receipt of applications is midnight on 3 April 2026 and interviews will be held on 20 April 2026.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. We would encourage you to
submit your application as early as possible.
Due to the current employment climate, we are receiving a high number of applicants for each post and as such may not be able to
acknowledge receipt of your application. You will however be notified as to whether you made the shortlist soon after the closing
date.
We want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities, therefore, we encourage and welcome applications from people of
all backgrounds and experiences. www.havant.gov.uk/our-organisation/equality-and-diversity
[http://www.havant.gov.uk/our-organisation/equality-and-diversity]
The council is an inclusive employer and appoints on merit. We are a Disability Confident Employer and have a Guaranteed Interview
Scheme for Veterans.
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and
expects all staff members to share this commitment.
Havant Borough Council is a Category 1 Responder under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004. All employees of the Authority will be
expected to support any necessary actions required during an emergency response.
We are looking for a Project Officer within our Project Management Office. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who
are passionate about contributing to the success of projects and making a meaningful impact.
The Role
As a Project Officer you will play a critical role in supporting the delivery of key projects within the organisation by ensuring
effective planning, co-ordination, and execution. You will collaborate with various teams, monitor project progress, and provide
administrative and operational support.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support to the Project Managers and Business Analyst within the Programme Management Office (PMO) in the delivery of corporate,
digital and transformational projects.
* Support for the ongoing design and management of the Councils’ project management toolkit and portfolio of projects and
programmes
What we offer
* A competitive salary
* Support for your continuous professional development
* Generous Leave Allowance
* Free Parking
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* Flexible working/Hybrid working to support your work-life balance
* Family Friendly Packages
* A comprehensive benefits package, find out more on our website www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers
[https://www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers]
You should have
* Proven experience in a project support or co-ordination role
* Familiarity with project management methodologies, such as PRINCE2.
* Experience in project administration, including tracking progress and reporting
* Experience including technical ability to use software such as MS Visio
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise your workload and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and project management tools (MS Project).
If you would like to discuss the role, please contact Nicola Hope, Senior Project Manager on 02392 446067 or via
email nicola.hope@havant.gov.uk [nicola.hope@havant.gov.uk]
To Apply
If you are good at problem solving and have a proactive attitude toward identifying and addressing challenges, then you are the
kind of person we want to hear from!
Please click apply and complete the short application process (3-4) minutes. Please ensure you attach your CV and a supporting
statement, when completing your application on our recruitment platform Hireful – www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-us-apply-now
[http://www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-us-apply-now]. We will not be able to progress your application further unless you provide a
supporting statement detailing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the role profile.
Closing date for receipt of applications is midnight on 3 April 2026 and interviews will be held on 20 April 2026.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. We would encourage you to
submit your application as early as possible.
Due to the current employment climate, we are receiving a high number of applicants for each post and as such may not be able to
acknowledge receipt of your application. You will however be notified as to whether you made the shortlist soon after the closing
date.
We want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities, therefore, we encourage and welcome applications from people of
all backgrounds and experiences. www.havant.gov.uk/our-organisation/equality-and-diversity
[http://www.havant.gov.uk/our-organisation/equality-and-diversity]
The council is an inclusive employer and appoints on merit. We are a Disability Confident Employer and have a Guaranteed Interview
Scheme for Veterans.
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and
expects all staff members to share this commitment.
Havant Borough Council is a Category 1 Responder under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004. All employees of the Authority will be
expected to support any necessary actions required during an emergency response.
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