Job Description
It’s a fantastic time to work for the Environment Agency as we step forward to tackle the climate emergency. We are looking for a Portfolio Improvement Specialist to support the FCRM Improvements Portfolio team.
Responsibilities
* Start up and inform new projects, help assure live projects, support project managers.
* Build relationships with the Portfolio Management Office, embed portfolio management and data practices.
* Respond to incidents as required, maintain incident role and provide business continuity.
* Contribute to the delivery of over £150m of improvements across the next three years.
* Support the delivery of corporate and FCRM strategies and delivery plans.
Qualifications
* Formal project/programme management experience is essential.
* Highly numerate with strong data gathering, manipulation and interpretation skills, experience with large datasets.
* Experience in a project support role in a complex organisation using Agile and waterfall.
* Administrative and organisational skills, supporting regular meetings, agenda, minutes for portfolio governance cycles.
* Financial data management and project planning skills desirable.
* Ability to gain credibility, respect and collaboration across the business.
* Experience in continuous improvement and problem‑solving mindset.
* Ability to work with uncertainty and find innovative solutions.
Additional Information
This role is not eligible for Skilled visa sponsorship. Applications from those wanting full, shared or part‑time arrangements are welcome. Some travel and overnight stay will be required.
Contact
Arifur Rahman, Portfolio Delivery Manager
email: arifur.rahman@environment-agency.gov.uk
We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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