Policy and Performance Officer 1511
Please apply online via the link provided.
Closing date: Tuesday 19 August
Interview date: Friday 12 September
Join Us as a Policy and Performance Officer
In this pivotal role, you’ll support the delivery of the council’s corporate policy, governance, and emergency planning functions. You’ll play a key role in supporting the shaping of strategic direction, ensuring statutory compliance, and supporting major initiatives like Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) and Community Governance Reviews (CGR).
No two days are ever the same and the opportunities are endless.
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who wants to work in a local government environment and is keen to broaden their knowledge.
Winchester City Council is ambitious and driven by the priorities in our Council Plan and you will be part of this by supporting the Senior Policy and Programme Manager to report the progress of the programmes and projects that the council is delivering, applying a continuous improvement mindset to everything that you do.
You will have a strong interest in national and local government policy development and be confident in analysing and reporting on how emerging policies may impact council services. Your work will support the senior management team in making informed decisions.
Our commitment to transparency means you’ll also play a vital role in helping officers across the council to provide essential information to residents, stakeholders and Elected Members.
In addition, you’ll support the council’s corporate planning process, including the annual review of the Council Plan and departmental Service Plans. You’ll also take responsibility for managing Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, supporting teams to ensure responses are timely and compliant with statutory deadlines.
If you have the background, experience and skills to thrive in this role then we’d love to hear from you.
Why Join Winchester City Council?
We’re committed to supporting and developing all our staff and creating a culture that is inclusive, innovative and enjoyable. Our communities drive everything we do, and our values shape the way we work.
- Empowering – enabling communities and our team to take action
- Innovative – challenging the status quo
- Integrity – always honest, open and fair
- Adaptable – embracing change
- Collaborative – working with others to get the best result
What We Offer:
In return, we offer an excellent package of benefits including:
- Salary up to £36,363 per annum
- Employer paid health cash plan
- Cycle to Work and Car Benefit salary sacrifice schemes
- Up to 32 days annual leave per year
- Flexible working arrangements
- 13 days additional flexi leave per year (subject to operational requirements)
- Option to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave
- Free parking at Park and Ride
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Excellent working environment
For further information about the role, please contact Simon Howson, Senior Policy and Programme Manager on 01962 848104.
Salary range
- £32,597 - £36,363 per year