Project Officer – Housing Needs (SO2)

Working on behalf of a Local Authority, Aatom Recruitment has an opportunity for Project Officer – Housing Needs on a 2 month contract with a possibility of an extension.

This position will be a total of 36 hours per week, with hours from 09:00am – 17:00pm.

Job Purpose:

To be responsible for providing professional support to the Head of Temporary Accommodation and Supply Initiatives and Service Managers to include preparation of briefings, action notes; communications and other supporting documentation as required.

Job Specific Accountabilities:

• Responsible for supporting the Head of Temporary Accommodation and Supply Initiatives with day-to-day projects and meetings, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Develop and manage existing contacts internally and externally to the council.
• Attend and contribute to meetings including involvement in a wide range of projects and issues.
• Prepare input to and offer solutions for consideration in the development of project proposals and ensure they comply with agreed strategies.
• To have good knowledge and use a wide range of ICT applications, to store, retrieve, manipulate, transmit and receive information electronically. These include Outlook, Word, Excel (including pivot tables), PowerPoint.
• To have good knowledge and use a wide range of internal ICT and Procurement systems, including Northgate and ICLipse.
• Responsible for providing support to senior colleagues and teams where applicable in relation to specific projects and service requirements.
• Responsible for the maintenance of electronic and other systems and databases to maximise effectiveness.
• To be a team player, with the ability to work independently, have flexibility and the ability to use own initiative.
• To assist in drafting reports, briefings and Minutes, ensuring they are succinct and well structured.
• Facilitate various task and finish groups including agenda setting and note taking to ensure they are continually improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the service.

Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience:

• Knowledge of the role of providing project support and the types of support a Director may need
• Detailed working knowledge of Microsoft office package including Word, Excel, Power Point and use of internet
• Knowledge of customer care
• Relevant degree and/or professional qualification, or work experience
• Extensive, successful experience of working in social environment in a large local authority or equivalent organisation.
• Experience of creating, developing and implementing office systems and procedures
• Detailed experience of using Microsoft office packages
• Experience of organising meetings including agenda management and taking action notes
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and sensitivity in all circumstances
• Ability to influence and deal confidently with senior managers and other internal/external stakeholders.
• Good organisational skills with an eye for detail
• Highly developed persuasive communication skills

To get more information about this role and how to apply please contact Jordan.