VANRATH are delighted to be assisting our major Public Sector client, a large organisation with the recruitment of a Business 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.Some positive candidate feedback we've received- ''Excellent recruitment service. VANRATH helped me secure a new role within days of first contact and the team couldn't be more helpful and responsive since I began my new position. Would highly recommend that anyone looking for employment registers with VANRATH as they are head and shoulders above other agencies that I have dealt with. ''I very much enjoyed my experience with VANRATH. They were great to work with, very friendly and efficient and streamlined everything for me so I had the least amount of stress as I went in for interviews. Looking forward to starting in my new role!'' ''Had a great experience with Vanrath. Being new to Northern Ireland, they made me feel very welcome. The team provided lots of tips and support for job opportunities. Would thoroughly recommend the Vanrath team!''IND04Skills:Project Management Economic Development Grants Funding Procurement Public SectorBenefits:Additional BenefitsWHJS1_NI