Senior Policy and Project Officer
Senior Policy and Projects Officer (Job Ref: 210000JU)
Starting salary: £41,952 (£41,952 - £48,663)
Job Level: Level 4, Zone 2
Work Location: 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG
Hours per week: 36
Contract type: Fixed Term 12-month contract
Closing date: Sunday 5th December 2021
Interviews to be held: Early December
Alternative flexible working options available / open to discussion
About us
Camden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Because we’re not just home to the UK’s fast-growing economy. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today. And we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. As a Senior Policy and Project Officer you will lead on aspects of strategy, policy, improvement and transformation in key areas of work across the organisation.
The role
In this role you will be required to lead on aspects of strategy, policy, improvement and transformation in key areas of work across the organisation. The role involves supporting and coordinate work with high levels of complexity or risk – including a range of projects to bring about effective and positive change across the organisation.
You will work in a variety of disciplines and environments in support of multiple teams and departments to assist in the delivery of corporate and directorate priorities.
You will make intelligent use of data, inform decision-making and shape and improve service delivery across the council and with local partners
About you
You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to analyse data to present complex information and recommendations in a clear manner to a range of audiences. Engaging communications and report-writing are key aspects of the role.
Ideally you will have experience of local government and have led work to develop policy and strategy. Additionally, you will have experience of project or programme planning, development, implementation and monitoring. You might also have experience in change management, engagement and participation.
You will be a keen learner, willing to work outside of your comfort zone and build cross-cutting subject matter expertise in fast paced and political environment.
To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by clicking HERE
Working for Camden
We’re ready to welcome your ideas, your views, and your rebellious spirit. Help us redefine how we’re supporting people, and we’ll redefine what a career can be.
At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits as well as joining a flexible working employer. Click HERE to see full details of our benefits.
Additional information
To view the Job Profile, please click HERE
To apply for this job please follow the "Apply" link. In the ‘Why you?’ section of the application you will be required to demonstrate how you meet the role criteria noted in the Job Profile under the “About You” section.
To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit our recruitment website
Asking for Adjustments
Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at resourcing@camden.gov.uk or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG