Strategic Design and Transition Programme - Strategy Policy Specialist - 32182
We’re looking for an experienced Strategy and Policy Specialist to be part of a central team – the Strategic Design and Transition Programme – and help interpret the Independent Water Commission’s report for the future of the Environment Agency. This includes considering options for the EA’s future shape and design and developing a plan to protect and enhance the environment while supporting sustainable growth.
Responsibilities
* Support work to provide high quality, balanced and evidence-based advice to support future thinking in light of the IWC report recommendations, in particular the recommendation to create one single water regulator.
* Support engagement with colleagues across Government, within the EA and with other regulators to ensure others are brought along as we develop our thinking.
* Embrace constructive challenge and diverse thinking whilst keeping pace in an often fast-moving working environment.
* Take a flexible approach and have a willingness to assist other projects and workstreams within the programme as the need arises.
* Be an active member of the Programme team, helping to create the conditions for a high performing and agile team to thrive in the face of high demand and ambiguity.
Experience / Skills Required
* Experience of working with central government to develop policy, including collaboration with specialists such as economists and scientists.
* Ability to think and act strategically.
* Excellent communication and engagement skills, including the ability to translate complex or ambiguous issues into simple, targeted advice often at short notice.
* Experience of working across boundaries and influencing at all levels.
Team and Environment
You’ll be an essential part of a small, motivated team working directly with the Strategic Design and Transition Programme Director and Deputy Directors. The team is still forming, but you can expect a friendly welcome and an engaging and rewarding environment to work in, where your personal development will be supported.
Contact and Additional Information
Location: EA office base with flexible working for a national role. Some travel will be required, and this may occasionally include an overnight stay. We use smart tools to stay connected and reduce travel. Please see Job Profile for more information. Any queries, contact james.gingell@environment-agency.gov.uk
Applications are “blind” assessed using your answers to the questions asked. Interviews will be held via MS Teams within two weeks of the closing date. Length of contract: Up to 12 months.
Competencies
1. Shapes organisational approach & delivery
Describe a time when you have been part of a team developing policy options against a demanding timetable. How did you draw from expertise and stakeholder views to present credible choices?
2. Influences and Persuades Others
Describe a time when you engaged with, influenced and galvanised a wide range of stakeholders around a common goal. What approaches and techniques did you use?
3. Leading and communicating
Describe a time when you have led others to deliver in a situation where desired outcomes were ambiguous and/or there was uncertainty.
4. Technical Skills
Based on your understanding of the water sector and environmental regulation, what do you see as the key challenges and opportunities in implementing the Independent Water Commission's recommendation for a single integrated water regulator?
Important policy notes
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. You will not be eligible for continuous service. There are considerations for continuous service for certain local government roles for redundancy calculations. If unsure, consult your HR team.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome flexible working patterns, including job share. Please include your preferred working arrangements on your application. We have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support candidates with a disability who meet the minimum criteria.
The Environment Agency is a Non-Departmental Public Body and operates within Central Government frameworks for recruitment. For information about supplier opportunities, see gov.uk guidance on Crown Commercial Service suppliers.
Artificial intelligence use: AI can support applications, but all examples must be truthful and from your own experience. Do not misrepresent sources or experiences. The EA aligns with Civil Service guidance on AI use.
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