VANRATH are delighted to be assisting our major Public Sector client, a large organisation with the recruitment of a Business Development Project Officer to join their team based in Newtownabbey.What's in it for you?£18.85 per hourOpportunity to work on borough-wide regeneration and economic development projectsInvolvement in major regional initiatives and funding programmesExposure to project management, funding applications and stakeholder engagementAbout your next employerYou'll be joining a progressive local government organisation committed to driving economic development, regeneration and infrastructure investment across the borough. Working within the Economic Development and Planning function, the Regeneration team delivers strategic masterplans, town centre initiatives and externally funded programmes aligned to regional growth strategies.About youA relevant third level qualification (Level 4 or above) in a business-related or similar discipline OR at least 2 years' relevant experienceMinimum 1 year's recent experience in economic development, regeneration, rural or community developmentExperience managing, monitoring or vouching funding applications and claims (desirable)Experience of public procurement processes (desirable)Strong planning, organisational and administrative skillsGood financial and analytical abilityConfident written and verbal communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook and ExcelFull driving licence and access to transportFlexibility to attend occasional evening meetingsWhat you'll doSupport the delivery of regeneration and economic development programmesAssist with funding applications, claims, monitoring and compliance processesReview business plans and financial information to inform project assessmentsMonitor project performance, budgets and funding Support town centre engagement initiatives and stakeholder collaborationMaintain accurate project records to meet audit and regulatory requirementsContribute to procurement and contractor appointment processesPrepare reports, briefings and performance information for senior management and committeeFor further information on this opportunity, or any other position in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link or contact Conor Birch in the strictest confidence.Some feedback from recent VANRATH candidates- ''Vanrath have been an absolute pleasure to work with from initial job discussions to job offer and I would recommend them as the first point of call for anyone looking for exciting new opportunities.'' ''I had a great experience with Vanrath, who got me through the door to my current workplace, and have been supportive through and through. I was invited for a face-to-face meet up before securing my place at work for a get to know, and it has been an absolute pleasure.'' ''Vanrath have been fantastic in helping me gain employment in my chosen field. They have been extremely helpful throughout, easy to talk to, and regularly went above and beyond to ensure I was happy at my current place of employment. I hope to continue to work with them in future.''IND04Skills:Regeneration Project Management Economic Development Grants Funding Procurement Public SectorBenefits:Additional BenefitsWHJS1_NI