- Suffolk County Council – Endeavour House, Ipswich, IP1 2BX - Hybrid
- £33,366 per annum (pro rata)
- 18.5 hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Fixed term or Secondment for 18 months
This advert is open to current redeployment Suffolk County Council staff only.
As a modern, flexible and effective organisation, we’re driven to make a positive difference to the environment, the communities we serve and the careers of our people. That’s why, when you join us as an Business, Engagement and Information Officer, you’ll be encouraged to share your fresh thinking and empowered to explore new ideas that will shape and improve our services as well as your career.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Your role and responsibilities
In your role, you will engage well with the wider workforce and develop strong working relationships with the Business Information and Engagement Manager and Head of Business Management ensuring that we promote excellent engagement and have clear communication structures in place across the directorate.
Collaborating closely with the Business, Engagement and Information Manager, you will support key activities such as communications and engagement, business continuity, information governance and adult social care recruitment.
You will have daily access to support from the Head of Business Management and Business, Engagement and Information Manager, as well as access to training as and when required.
This role will report directly to the Business, Engagement and Information Manager.
You will need
- to be able to work at pace, in challenging times and under pressure
- great communication skills and be able to build good working relationships
- exceptional organisational skills, confidence to manage and chase actions from various heads of service
- creative thinking to problem solving as issues arise
- to take on individual pieces of work and small projects
- excellent IT skills.
We are keen to see applications from candidates with a strong focus on communications and engagements, who demonstrate key administrative skills, working at pace, organised, proactive, "can do" attitude, with experience of establishing working practise and processes to ensure operations run efficiently and the best use of resources and can assist with holding people to account.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
The Business Management Team is based at Endeavour House but is part of the wider Business and Finance Service, which operates across the county.
This role sits within the Business Management team and will report directly to the Business, Engagement and Information Manager. The Business Management Team is a key enabling function for Adult Social Care, known for its flexibility and delivery of high-quality services as required.
Working in a small yet dynamic team, you can expect variety in your day-to-day responsibilities. The team is agile and responsive, regularly taking on new and exciting projects with tight deadlines. No two days are the same in central Business Management, as you adapt to emerging needs and deliver on a wide range of tasks.
Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.
For more information
Please contact Kylie Waters for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01473 264596 or emailing kylie.waters@suffolk.gov.uk.
If you want to apply for a secondment, read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template.
- Question 1: Please tell us about yourself. Why should we consider your application, and what skills and experience do you have which would make you a good fit for this role?
- Question 2: This role requires the candidate to work at pace and deputise for the Business, Engagement and Information Manager. How do you manage competing pressures and complex organisational and system wide issues to ensure that pace and momentum is not impacted, and actions completed promptly and accurately?
Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or calling 03456 014412. If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.
Closing date: 11.30pm, 14 November 2024.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you’ll enjoy:
up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
Plus lots more!
If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).