VANRATH are delighted to be assisting our major Public Sector client, a large organisation with the recruitment of an Economic Development Officer to join their team based in Newtownabbey.What's in it for you?£21.65 per hourOpportunity to lead strategic employability and skills initiativesExposure to major regional growth programmes and stakeholder partnershipsInvolvement in externally funded economic development projectsAbout your next employerYou'll be joining a forward-thinking local authority within its Economic Development function, supporting programmes that drive skills development, employability and business growth across the borough. Working closely with businesses, education providers, government departments and community stakeholders, the team delivers strategic initiatives designed to strengthen the local labour market and support regional economic growth.About youDegree qualification (or equivalent) OR at least 4 years' relevant experienceMinimum 2 years' experience in economic development activitiesExperience delivering skills, employability or workforce initiativesStrong project management and organisational skillsExperience working with externally funded programmes (desirable)Knowledge of grant funding and programme compliance processesExcellent stakeholder engagement and communication skillsProficient in Microsoft OfficeFull driving licence (or access to suitable transport)Flexibility to attend evening meetings and engagements when requiredWhat you'll doLead and coordinate employability and skills programmes across the boroughDevelop and manage partnerships with businesses, education providers and stakeholdersSupport the establishment and coordination of labour market partnership initiativesIdentify funding opportunities and support grant application processesMonitor programme performance, outcomes and compliance requirementsOrganise and support business engagement events, workshops and consultationsPrepare reports, action plans and committee documentationContribute to economic development strategies, research and policy initiativesFor 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.Recent Feedback from our candidates: ''In my eyes, VANRATH is the clear industry leader of recruitment in Northern Ireland. With a long history of placements, they have perfected the recruitment trade, which was made very clear to me during my time with them. Whether you plan to find your new role or work directly for VANRATH, you can expect nothing but the best.'' ''Vanrath were massively helpful in helping me secure my new role. They provided tips and example questions for the interviews and were able to get quick feedback.'' ''I had a very positive experience working with Vanrath. They went way beyond my expectations and his diligence pulled through for me.'' IND04Skills:Project Management Economic Development Grants Funding Procurement Public SectorBenefits:Additional BenefitsWHJS1_NI