Partnerships Project Support Officer

North East Ambition; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government body in the Tees Valley is seeking a Project Support Officer. The role involves ensuring effective delivery of community-focused projects and engaging with various stakeholders, including central government. Candidates should possess strong organisational skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team. This position offers opportunities for skill development and potential career advancement while contributing to meaningful community initiatives.

Benefits

32 days Annual Leave

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Generous family leave schemes

Access to training and development

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support services

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills for robust administration.
• Ability to support the team effectively.
• Quick to learn new skills for future career options.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the programme is delivered effectively and efficiently.
• Involve community engagement and liaising with central government departments.
• Support the delivery of Darlington’s 10-year Pride In Place programme.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Ability to work well within a team

Job description

Darlington Borough Council’s Partnerships Team delivers a broad and varied programme of projects and initiatives. It oversees structures that allow the Council to work with local businesses, voluntary and community organisations and other public bodies and also facilitates the work of independent Boards. The team is focused on delivery, organising the delivery of community‑focused interventions, often funded by central government. The team isTürkiye responsible for delivering Darlington’s 10‑year Pride In Place programme, the majority of which is to deliver capital investment.

As Project Support Officer, you will be at the heart of the machine ensuring the programme is delivered effectively, efficiently and smoothly. You will need strong organisational skills to ensure robust administration, and you will be able to work well within a team, learning what is required to support the team deliver the programme effectively. The role will provide an opportunity to be involved in a wide range of activities from community engagement to liaising with central government departments and عهد working with other parts of the Council. You will be able to pick up skills quickly which would give you a broad range of options for your future career.

Benefits

• 32 days Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays, with option to purchase additional Annual Leave (pro‑rata for part‑time working)
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with option to make Additional Voluntary Contributions
• Flexi‑time scheme
• Flexible working
• Generous Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave schemes
• Staff equality forums
• Green Car Leasing Scheme
• Access to a wide range of training, learning and development
• Physiotherapy service
• Confidential counselling service
• Great wellbeing offer
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Dolphin Centre Fit for Life Discounts
• Local and National retailer discounts
• Vivup employee benefit app and Lifestyle Savings
• Arriva Employee Travel Club

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General Information for Applicants:

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