Humber Programme Support Officer - 31244

Environment Agency; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency in environmental management is seeking a Program Support Officer to assist in administrative tasks linked to the Humber Strategy Team. This role includes supporting meetings, managing enquiries, and maintaining communications with team members and stakeholders. Candidates should possess strong organisational and communication skills, and the ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with organisational tasks and treating multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to take responsibility and work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Manage administrative tasks to support team effectiveness.
• Act as secretariat for partnership governance and minute taking.
• Engage with stakeholders and manage meeting logistics.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Self-motivated

IT skills

Job description

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Job Description

The Environment Agency are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We don’t just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities and our environment. Everyone starting in a new role will be welcomed into the team and given all the training and support needed. As part of your comprehensive induction, you will be provided with all the equipment required for your role.

Job Description

The Environment Agency are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We don’t just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities and our environment. Everyone starting in a new role will be welcomed into the team and given all the training and support needed. As part of your comprehensive induction, you will be provided with all the equipment required for your role.

We are looking for an organised, motivated team player to join the Humber Strategy Team as we develop the approach to managing the impact of the rising tides around the Humber for generations to come.

The day-to-day work will focus on administrative duties that enable the team to work effectively and efficiently. You will act as secretariat for the governance of the Humber 2100+ partnership. This will include organising, supporting and attending events and meetings, taking minutes, managing enquiries, and communicating with a range of colleagues, local authority partners and stakeholders. The ability to build and maintain a working network of contacts is essential as are excellent communication skills.

This work of the team is exciting and wide ranging. You will work as a key member of this team. There will be opportunity to learn from other members of the team who have a wider range of disciplines. In this often fast-paced environment, it’s important you can approach challenges positively and spot opportunities to improve how things are delivered.

Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. Everyone that joins us is required to undertake training and participate. This may attract an additional payment, and full training will be available. Please see the candidate pack for information on how you will support with this.

The team

The Humber Strategy team is focused on the long-term management of tidal flood risk around the Humber and includes specialists in flood risk, the environment and coastal habitats, engagement, strategic planning and funding. We’re involved in a number of exciting Humber-wide projects, including Humber2100+ - developing our new strategic approach to managing tidal flood risk. We work closely with colleagues across the Environment Agency locally and nationally and with many partners and stakeholders.

Experience/skills Required

Essential skills/experience:

• good organisational and forward planning skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deliver to tight timescales
• a team player
• be self-motivated
• ability to take responsibility for own remit
• have the ability to work with others towards a common goal
• have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• confidence in dealing with senior staff
• have excellent IT and communication skills (including running Microsoft Teams meetings).
  
  
  

Desirable skills/experience:

• good judgment, problem solving and decision making skills
• minute taking
• Ability to build positive relationships with internal and external customers.
  
  
  

We welcome flexible working patterns for this vacancy, including job sharing.

Contact and additional information

We are a friendly and inclusive team, based at a range of locations across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. We support our staff to do their work in a way that works for them and support flexible working, including job sharing. Although we often work remotely, we would expect the post holder to be based at one of our local offices (Beverley, Leeds, Lincoln, Nottingham, Rotherham, Sheffield, York) and you would need to be able to easily access the Humber area.

Your previous experience and your answers to the competency questions will be used for interview selection. Interviews will be face to face and held in early August 2025.

Please contact Laura Hopton - [e-mail] if you require further information about this role.

Competence 1

Achieves Results

Description

(Definition of Achieves Results: Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets. Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results.)

Please give examples of a time when you prioritised and organised tasks to ensure timely achievement of results.

Competence 2

Focuses on Efficiency, Innovation and Quality

Description

(Definition of Focuses on Efficiency, Innovation and Quality: Identifies and seizes the opportunity to create, introduce and implement new or improved methods, processes and without, compromising quality or accuracy.)

Please provide examples of where you have identified and implemented improvements in your work or the work of your team.

Competence 3

Communicates Effectively

Description

(Definition of Communicates Effectively: Listens and questions to understand and engage. Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing.)

Please give examples of where you have communicated clearly, accurately and persuasively in order to deliver your work.

Competence 4

Works in Teams

Description

(Definition of Works in Teams: Works co-operatively as part of a team to achieve common goals.)

Please give an example of where you have worked as part of a team and how this contributed positively to deliver a piece of work.

If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.

We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.

We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

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