Principal Policy and Programmes Officer

1 week ago

London, United Kingdom Greater London Authority (GLA) Full time

Good Growth is responsible for delivering and implementing the Mayor’s environment, transport and economic strategies and for the effective implementation of the London Plan. The Directorate is also responsible for regeneration (where the programme is not housing led), enterprise, growth, capital projects and design work.

We are seeking a talented individual to help lead a range of projects and policies within the Air Quality Team.

Excellent organisational, research, and problem-solving skills will be crucial to your success. You’ll need a demonstrable flair for communicating and influencing and a proven track record in the delivery of complex projects and programmes.

The role requires a flexible, adaptable and collaborative approach, and will involve working on many initiatives simultaneously, in a fast paced and political environment.

The ability to interpret, analyse and present data and technical information would be an advantage, and experience of air quality, sustainable transport or related environmental field is required. Alternatively/in addition, it would be very advantageous if the applicant had some experience or understanding of Infrastructure, Planning policy, and/or other non-road pollution sources.

The Air Quality team is based within the GLA Connectivity, Air Quality, Transport and Infrastructure team (CAQTI). This is a rare opportunity to work with colleagues who are committed to making a difference to the lives of Londoners and future generations.

Principal accountabilities

  • Be responsible for the management of a portfolio of environment work and lead on certain, agreed, Mayoral projects and programmes.
  • Manage projects and programmes that are carried out either internally and externally, either for the Authority or by the Authority on behalf of other organisations, including procuring and managing consultants and contractors. 
  • Prepare responses to questions and correspondence to the Mayor and from Assembly members, Government departments and other organisations in the public, private and voluntary sectors. 
  • Establish and maintain communications on technical and policy matters with international organisations, Government departments, the London Boroughs, and other organisations in the public, private and voluntary sectors.
  • Line manage 2-3 Senior Policy Officers
  • Realise the benefits of London’s diversity by promoting and enabling equality of opportunities and promoting the diverse needs and aspirations of London’s communities.

Person specification

Technical requirements/experience/qualifications

  • Demonstrated background and experience in any of the following sectors: air quality, environmental management, sustainable transport or planning policy.
  • A track record of managing multiple projects and project teams successfully, and delivering results on target and within budget.
  • Ability to analyse and interpret environmental issues in relation to urban areas their causes, effects and possible solutions.
  • Evidence of success in undertaking project-based work and preparing clear and concise reports, presentations and briefings on complex and sensitive issues for a range of different audiences.

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