Overview
The Environment Agency (EA) is fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We don’t just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it, and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities, and our environment.
We’re looking for an experienced Strategy and Policy Specialist to be part of a central team – the Strategic Design and Transition Programme – looking at what the recommendations in the Independent Water Commission’s report into the water sector and its regulation mean for the future of the Environment Agency. This includes considering the options for the EA’s future shape and design and developing a plan to ensure we continue to protect and enhance the environment and support sustainable growth. This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of shaping the future of the EA.
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, playing a role in creating the conditions for a high performing and agile team to thrive and be resilient often in the face of high demand and ambiguity.
Team
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.
Experience / Skills Required
* Experience of working with central government to develop policy, including working 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
Other information
* You’ll have an EA Office base location, as a national role the working location is flexible.
* We use smart tools to stay connected and reduce travel.
* Some travel will be required, and this may occasionally include an overnight stay.
* 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
* We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
* We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
Notes
Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application; however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified applications may be withdrawn. The Environment Agency subscribes to candidate guidance on the use of AI found on the Civil Service Careers website. Please review for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.
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