Job Introduction
The ICT Governance, Change and Assurance Team engage with the business community across SCC and external partners to understand how technology can support their needs and ensure that they implement the right solution, gaining maximum benefits from their investments. We are looking for the right individual to assist the team in delivering this work.
Do you read a book and always find the spelling mistakes? Will you refuse to put down a logic puzzle until you have solved it? Are you unfazed by working out the increase in your energy bills? Are you looking for a new challenge and a career in IT? If so we may have the role for you.
Main Responsibility
We would like you to
- provide support for our busy project managers
- ensure that our governance processes are followed
- ensure that our information is complete, accurate and timely
- producing programme reporting for a variety of audiences
- administer the programme and project management software
The Ideal Candidate
The role would be ideal for someone looking for a path into Project Management or for an introduction to ICT Projects prior to moving into other ICT roles. It requires good communications skills and tenacity – among other things which you will find outlined in the job details and person specification attached.
On the job training will be provided but there is also opportunity for formal training which can be discussed at interview.
If you would like any further information or an informal chat about the role please contact Cynthia Whale via Cynthia.Whale@Staffordshire.gov.uk
Closing date: 23rd July
Interview date: 1st & 2nd August
About Staffordshire County Council
We are no ordinary county council:
Our Values:
The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.
Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:
We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.
We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.
Our benefits:
We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.
In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to a range of benefits.
Our recruitment process:
As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities
As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Silver Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
