Business Resource and Project Officer

37 hours per week

This role is office-based; however, it also offers some agile or remote working

Fixed term contract for 18 months from appointment

Are you organised, proactive and passionate about helping services improve? We're looking for a Business Resource and Project Officer to join the Business Resource and Projects team to support the wider department and a range of projects that make a real difference to residents across the Isle of Wight.

The role offers the opportunity to be involved in providing support to wider teams, service redesign, system implementation and process improvement initiatives. You'll analyse information, build relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, and help ensure projects are delivered successfully.

We're looking for someone with excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities. In return, you'll gain valuable experience in project delivery and business improvement while joining a team committed to innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.

This could be an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in project support, business improvement or service transformation.

Why join us?

• Be part of projects that support improvement and transformation across Adult Social Care and Housing.
• Work with a diverse range of colleagues, stakeholders and professional teams.
• Develop your skills in project support, stakeholder engagement, service improvement and business analysis.
• Gain experience supporting system development, implementation and organisational change.
• Join a friendly, supportive team committed to delivering positive outcomes for residents and services.

For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Helen Flaherty at helen.flaherty@iow.gov.uk or phone 01983 821000 ext. 6945

Join #TeamIWC and you'll receive our staff benefits package, including:

• Annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays!
• Local Government pension scheme
• Discounted Solent ferry travel
• Island bus network discount
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff parking permit scheme
• Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership
• National and local discounts & benefits schemes
• Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria)
• Travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria)

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We actively promote the diversity of our workforce, and provide flexible working options (where appropriate) to support the different needs of our employees. We are an equal opportunities employer, proud to encourage applications from all cultures, backgrounds and abilities to better reflect the diversity within our local community.

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The Isle of Wight Council reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than stated, if required. To ensure your application is considered, it is recommended to submit your application promptly.

Please note, appointment to a regulated role will require you to provide additional personal details, including full employment history, referee information, and consent for any required safeguarding checks, as part of the Council’s commitment to safer recruitment and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Out of Hours Standby and Call Out. You may be asked to provide support in exceptional circumstances, outside of usual business hours. Unless stated otherwise in the job summary for the role this is not part of the department’s usual standby arrangements.

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