Scottish Climate Intelligence Service Project Officer
1 month ago
The Improvement Service (IS) is a publicly funded company limited by guarantee, with a total annual budget in the region of £8 Million. We exist to support councils and their partners to improve the health, quality of life and opportunities of all Scottish people through community leadership, strong local governance and the delivery of high quality, efficient local services.
Working for the IS means joining a small family of professionals, who work together to strive for continuous improvement in the public sector and ultimately, better outcomes for Scotland's communities.
Our company headquarters are based in West Lothian, located conveniently for commuters between Edinburgh and Glasgow. Pay is only one of the benefits of working for the IS, our terms and conditions are progressive and flexible, and employees are rewarded with a generous annual leave entitlement of forty-one days per year as well as a flexible working policy.
The IS is committed to promoting equality and diversity in all its activities to promote inclusive processes, practices and culture.
The IS is a Disability Confidence Committed Employer. We are committed to interviewing anyone with a disability who meets the essential criteria.
RequirementsLocation: West Lothian Council Civic Centre, Howden South Road, Livingston, West Lothian, EH54 6FF
It is anticipated that the role will involve a blended model of office and home working. This flexible approach will be agreed between employee and line manager.
Duration: 12 months (with possibility of extension beyond this date subject to funding)
Hours of Contract: Standard working week is 36 hours Monday to Friday. Hours can be worked flexibly in agreement with the Line Manager.
Closing Date: 26 August 2024
Interviews: A competence-based interview will take place week commencing 19 - 20 September 2024. (shortlisted candidates will be advised by email in advance of the interview).
For more information about competency-based interviews, see our ' Guide to Competency-based Interviews' . You may also find it useful to read our current Business Plan 2024-25
ResponsibilitiesThe Improvement Service (IS) is looking for a Project Officer to support the Capacity Building Team within the Scottish Climate Intelligence Service, which is a partnership between the Edinburgh Climate Change Institute and the IS. The Service will build capacity within Scottish local authorities to improve decision making for area-wide emissions reduction by providing the data and tools, and building the skills and confidence in using them, to deliver better climate outcomes and realise the social and economic benefits of a zero carbon Scotland.
The purpose of this role is to provide project support for the Capacity Building Team of the Scottish Climate Intelligence Service (SCIS), working closely with the Capacity Building Manager and Local Leads. The post-holder will also work in liaison with all IS staff and with stakeholders and partners across Scottish local and central government, other public sector bodies and relevant organisations as required.
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For more information, please read the Job Description and Person Specification.
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