Coventry City Council are Recruiting for a Programme Officer
There is no better time to work in Coventry. The city successfully bid to become UK City of Culture in 2021 and is now preparing to take centre stage and show the world what it has to offer.
An opportunity has arisen for 2 enthusiastic and motivated individuals to support the delivery of Coventry City Council’s highly successful Economic Development Programmes. Working on our biggest and most important projects, including those linked to City of Culture, you will be supporting the successful delivery of over £150m of EU and UK Government funding programmes.
This is an exciting and varied role which will support the delivery of the £131m Local Growth Fund Programme for Coventry & Warwickshire
A natural self starter, with a can-do attitude, you will ideally have experience of processing claims and supporting projects, having worked on previous grant funded programmes. In addition, the ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, be able to work on their own initiative with the ability to meet deadlines.
Candidates with similar experience in other sectors with transferable skills will also be considered.
The role is initially temporary for two years.
If you would like to discuss this opportunity please call Lucy McGovern on 02476 971058
Please note previous applicants need not apply.
- Working Hours: 37.0 Hours per Week
- Interview Date: 25/04/2019
Benefits
In return, we can offer you an excellent pension scheme, 'MyCar' scheme, flexible working, interest-free loans on annual travel cards, discounts at a number of city centre restaurants, shops and other establishments.
Coventry City Council is committed to delivering the best possible services and improving the quality of life for Coventry people. In order to do this effectively we aim to have a workforce that represents the diverse communities we serve, embracing and utilising the broad range of skills, experiences and perspectives this brings.
We are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for all. This includes making adjustments or changes for people who have a disability or long-term health condition.
Key Requirements
This Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is covered by the Code of Practice on the English language fluency for public sector workers.
Please note we will communicate any interview arrangements with you via email, so please check your email and WMJobs account on a regular basis after submitting your application.
This vacancy and advert will be closed as soon as sufficient applications are received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible.
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Need help with your application?
If you would like support in completing your application, then help is available at the Job Shop.
Coventry City Council’s Job Shop is a free service for all Coventry residents. Come in and see one of our dedicated advisers and receive 1 to 1 support.
We are open Monday-Friday 9.15-4.30pm (Thursday 10.30)
Address: 1 Bull Yard, Coventry, CV1 1LH
Phone: 024 7678 5740
Email: jobshop@coventry.gov.uk
Website: http://www.coventry.gov.uk/jobshop
Supporting documents
Job Description and Person Specification.pdf
