Project Support Officer - Admin & Clerical

Centurion Staunch; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An organization in public health is looking for a Project Support Officer based in Liverpool City Region. The ideal candidate will provide vital administrative, project, and coordination support across various public health initiatives. Responsibilities include preparing reports, managing agendas, and ensuring compliance with data protection. Essential skills include effective communication, strong IT proficiency, and solid organizational capabilities. The role offers flexible working conditions and the opportunity to contribute to public health objectives.

Benefits

Flexible working approach

Travel opportunities within the region

No line management responsibilities

Qualifications

• Strong IT skills, experience with Microsoft Office.
• Experience working in an office or business support context.
• Ability to produce accurate work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality administrative and project support.
• Prepare reports and communicate with stakeholders.
• Manage diaries and arrange meetings efficiently.

Skills

Strong IT skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Excellent organisational and time-management abilities

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration (or equivalent)

GCSE English & Maths (Grade C/4 or above)

Job description

About the Role

We are recruiting a Project Support Officer to join our team supporting the Champs Public Health Collaborative and the Cheshire & Merseyside “All Together Smoke free” programme. This is a key role within our organisation, providing professional administrative, project and coordination support across a range of public health programmes.

This position is part of our internal Champs support team, hosted by Wirral Council, and works closely with partners across Cheshire and Merseyside.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality administrative, project and financial support across several public health programmes.
• Prepare reports, presentations, documents and responses to tight deadlines.
• Arrange and coordinate meetings, agendas, venues and minute-taking.
• Manage diaries, travel arrangements and communication with stakeholders.
• Maintain organised digital and paper filing systems.
• Support programme leads with project planning, data collection and tracking.
• Assist with procurement tasks and updating internal systems.
• Communicate professionally with senior managers, colleagues, partner organisations and the public.
• Ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with data protection guidelines.

The role requires the ability to work independently, take initiative, prioritise a varied workload and respond flexibly to changing needs.

Requirements

Essential Skills & Experience

• NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration (or equivalent).
• GCSE English & Maths (Grade C/4 or above).
• Strong IT skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Experience working in an office or business support environment.
• Excellent organisational and time‑management abilities.
• Ability to produce accurate work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience providing support to senior managers.
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection requirements.

Desirable

• Experience in a public sector or public health setting.
• Knowledge of partnership and multi‑agency working.
• Ability to prepare project plans and reports.
• Additional IT qualifications or higher‑level admin qualifications.

Benefits

• Ability to travel across Cheshire & Merseyside when required.
• Flexible working approach to support programme needs.
• No line management responsibilities.
• Hosted within Wirral Council’s Public Health structure.

How to Apply

If you have strong administrative, organisational and project support experience, we would love to hear from you.

Please click on the Apply Now or

Please send your CV to: [e-mail]

In your e‑mail, please include:

• Confirmation of your availability.
• Your ability to travel within the region.
• A summary of your relevant experience.

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