Project Support Officer

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity exists for a Project Support Officer within the Housing Development Team at the City of Wolverhampton Council. The role involves providing high-quality support for housing projects, ensuring effective planning and execution. Ideal candidates will have strong communication and organizational skills, relevant qualifications, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Excellent written, oral, and organizational skills.
• Highly competent in the use of ICT.
• Experience of resident engagement and consultation.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in planning and executing housing projects.
• Maintain records including minutes and action trackers.
• Organize meetings and resident consultation events.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Flexibility

Education

GCSE A*-C in three subjects

Tools

ICT

Job description

Project Support Officer

Salary - £29,093 - £32,654 (Grade 5)

Hours - 37 hours per week

Contract type - Full time, permanent

The City of Wolverhampton Council has an exciting opportunity for a talented and motivated individual to join our Housing Development Team.

We are seeking a committed and experienced Project Support Officer to join our Housing Development Team. You will be expected to work flexibly to ensure that high-quality support is always provided, enabling housing development projects to progress effectively.

Role responsibilities:

1. Contributing and supporting the Housing Development Project Managers in the planning and execution of housing projects.
2. Preparing and maintaining appropriate records including minutes of meetings, agendas, and action trackers.
3. Providing written and verbal progress reports to stakeholders as requested on items included within the work programme.
4. Organising meetings and helping to arrange and attend resident consultation/engagement events in connection with housing regeneration and development schemes.
5. Preparation of letters, leaflets, and other publicity materials.
6. Being aware of various funding sources to assist housing-led regeneration initiatives and to assist in the preparation of bids to secure funding for identified projects.

Role requirements:

• GCSE A*-C or equivalent in three subjects or relevant equivalent experience.
• Excellent written, oral, and organisational skills to develop systems and procedures that will support the effective running of the team. Highly competent in the use of ICT and have experience of resident engagement and consultation.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to the changing needs of the service.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work with a range of partners, stakeholders, contractors, and residents.

The post will require travel to housing and regeneration sites and occasional attendance at evening meetings.

For full details of the responsibilities and requirements of this role, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Should you wish to discuss this opportunity further, please contact James White at 07976 749282 or [e-mail].

For more information about working for our organisation, including the culture of the Council, the Council plan and vision, staff equality forums, core HR policies, and more, please click here.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Our working arrangements:

All council roles are allocated to either a fixed, field, or flexible work style. Some roles are agile, enabling employees to maximize their performance and productivity while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Roles with a fixed workstyle are based in a permanent council location. Field roles require working out in the community with minimal 'touch down' space at any council location. Flexible roles have a base location but allow working from home or other locations as needed.

Please refer to the Job Description for further information on the workstyle assigned to the role you are applying for.

For more about working for the organisation, including the council's culture, plans, and policies, click here.

Diversity

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve. We aim to attract applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups, believing in adding value through diversity, inclusion, and equality. Our employees help us deliver accessible, inclusive services that reflect Wolverhampton residents.

Our status as a Disability Confident Employer demonstrates our commitment to supporting people with disabilities or health conditions. We have received the Stonewall Gold Award for our dedication to the LGBT+ community, and the RACE Code Quality Mark for racial equality, reflecting our ongoing efforts to foster an inclusive work environment.

As a Disability Confident employer, Armed Forces employer, and supporter of care leavers, we offer guaranteed interviews if your application meets the essential criteria.

We promote an inclusive culture where employees can flourish and be themselves. We have four staff equality forums to ensure employees have a voice and are treated with respect. Learn more about the forums here.

Recruitment of Ex-Offenders

We are committed to fair treatment of all employees and potential employees, regardless of offending background. We use the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for relevant vacancies to assess suitability for positions of trust. We do not discriminate unfairly against individuals based on convictions or other DBS-revealed information. Learn more here.

Employment Information & Support

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Attached documents:

Job Description and Person Specification