Suffolk County Council – Endeavour House, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2BX - Hybrid £39,513 per annum (pro rata for part time) 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available Fixed term or Secondment up to 14 months (maternity cover) We’re focused on making a meaningful difference to communities across Suffolk. How? By listening to our people, learning from what they say and creating a culture of mutual respect, where everyone works together to achieve great things. As a Project Lead in the Public Health and Communities team, you’ll be as keen to collaborate and build a bright future as we are. So, to make a positive impact, connect with us and connect with a fantastic career. Reimagine the possibilities. Your role and responsibilities As our new Project Lead, you’ll play a vital role in supporting two key boards: the Health and Wellbeing Board and the Collaborative Communities Board. You will be: leading the Local Welfare Assistance Scheme, ensuring timely application reviews and reporting managing data analysis and reporting to the Department for Work and Pensions and central government line managing a team of up to six, supporting their development and wellbeing collaborating with partners across Suffolk, including district and borough councils, and the voluntary sector contributing to strategic initiatives tackling poverty, food instability, and community resilience. You will need Strong project management and line management experience. Confidence in data reporting and analysis. Ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Experience working with government funding and budget oversight. Excellent communication skills to engage with a wide range of stakeholders. A flexible, forward-thinking mindset and a passion for making a difference. You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (Word). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. The team You’ll join a diverse, close-knit team known for its positivity, resilience, and collaborative spirit. We support each other through challenging work and celebrate the impact we make in people’s lives. Our team values align with Suffolk County Council’s We Aspire ethos, and we’re proud to be ambassadors for the communities we serve. We typically work from the office on Wednesdays, with flexibility for a second day based on team needs. Empowering Everyone We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report. For more information Please contact Hannah Maragh (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01473 296654 or emailing hannah.maragh@suffolk.gov.uk. If you want to apply for a secondment, read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application. How to apply Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (Word). Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application. Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template. Give an example of how you’ve used data to inform decision-making or influence stakeholders. Tell us about a time you worked with multiple partners to achieve a shared goal. What challenges did you face and how did you overcome them? Describe your experience managing budgets or funding streams. How do you ensure accountability and transparency? Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details). Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or calling 03456 014412. If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process. Closing date: 11.30pm, 25 June 2025. Interview date: Week commencing 7 July 2025. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. LI-Hybrid As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities. In return, you’ll enjoy: up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase training and encouragement to expand your knowledge a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation diverse and active staff networks flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day Plus lots more! If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk) .