Crisis Readiness & Emergency Planning Officer

London Borough of Richmond upon Thames and London Borough of Wandsworth; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Greater London is seeking an Emergency Planning Officer to play a critical role in ensuring readiness for emergencies. Responsibilities include designing training, reviewing response plans, and collaborating with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and an understanding of emergency planning principles, with experience in stakeholder management. This full-time position offers a salary range of £38,967 - £47,229, with opportunities for home working and an out-of-hours response rota.

Benefits

40 days annual leave

Flexible working

Generous pension plan

Qualifications

• Experience of maintaining good relationships with stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills and an ability to bring new ideas.
• Ability to interpret guidance and develop action plans.
• Confidence working in a project delivery environment.
• Understanding of emergency planning and business continuity.
• Familiarity with JESIP and Civil Contingencies Act.
• Experience using Microsoft Office packages.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver training and exercises.
• Review and improve response plans.
• Collaborate with external organisations.
• Work with local voluntary sector organisations.
• Develop new capabilities for preparedness.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Relationship management

Ability to interpret guidance

Project delivery environment experience

Understanding of emergency planning

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

A local council in Greater London is seeking an Emergency Planning Officer to play a critical role in ensuring readiness for emergencies. Responsibilities include designing training, reviewing response plans, and collaborating with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and an understanding of emergency planning principles, with experience in stakeholder management. This full-time position offers a salary range of £38,967 - £47,229, with opportunities for home working and an out-of-hours response rota.