Programme Support Officer

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Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, CV applications will only be accepted alongside a completed personal and monitoring information online application form.

About the Role

As Digital Programme support officer you will report directly to the Digital and IT Programme and Portfolio Manager to successfully project manage the delivery of complex IT and Digital projects from inception through to delivery.

You will provide day to day support to ensure the smooth operation of governance processes across a variety of programmes and projects.

You will work closely with internal teams and third parties to ensure all project deliverables are aligned to meet the needs of our customers on time and within budget.

About the person

The role requires a candidate with a track record of success in an administrative role including budget management and reporting. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, have excellent communication skills and be able to build and maintain strong relationships.

This role will also require an individual who is flexible to manage a heavy workload whilst maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

If you think you match the job description and our values then click on the link to apply. Please ensure that you provide clear examples and evidence in your application of how you meet the below key essential criteria.

- Proven experience in an administrative role, ideally with previous programme/project support experience.

- Ability to take notes, follow up actions, book rooms and manage diary commitments.

- Excellent IT skills with proven ability in all Microsoft Office products and familiarity with collaborative working IT solutions (e.g. SharePoint, Teams)

About the organisation

The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.

The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.

We actively promote diversity and inclusion. Please note that this role is unlikely to meet the eligibility requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Staff benefits

• - Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%
• - Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days
• - Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner
• - Flexible and hybrid working
• - 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service
• - Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms
• - Bike to Work Scheme
• - Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all candidates who met the essential criteria in the job description and who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.