At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead projects to improve workforce equality and inclusion across London.
- Company: Dynamic organisation focused on tackling inequality and creating opportunities.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, hybrid working, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Join us to shape a fairer workforce and empower underrepresented groups.
- Qualifications: Experience in project management and a passion for EDI principles.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
3-Month Fixed-Term Contract | Full-Time | Hybrid Working | Southwark, London
Pay rate: £210.23 per day via PAYE or £273.72 per day via Umbrella
Are you an experienced project professional with a passion for tackling inequality and creating opportunities for underrepresented groups? We are seeking a Senior Project Officer to support a high-profile programme focused on improving workforce equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) across London.
Working within a fast-paced environment, you will play a key role in the delivery of projects and initiatives that help employers develop more inclusive workplaces and reduce workforce inequalities across a range of sectors.
As Senior Project Officer, you will support the delivery of a portfolio of projects aimed at improving workforce diversity, social mobility and inclusion. You will work closely with employers, delivery partners and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered effectively, on time and to a high standard.
You will be comfortable managing multiple priorities, building effective stakeholder relationships and delivering outcomes within challenging timescales.
- Lead and support the delivery of workforce equality, diversity and inclusion projects.
- Manage contracts and monitor the performance of external providers and delivery partners.
- Support programme governance, reporting and performance monitoring requirements.
- Identify risks, issues and opportunities, ensuring appropriate actions are implemented.
- Deliver projects efficiently while maintaining quality and stakeholder satisfaction.
We're looking for an experienced project professional who can demonstrate:
- Experience operating at Senior Officer level within a public sector, not-for-profit, community, employment or workforce development environment.
- Experience of contract management, monitoring delivery and managing supplier performance.
- Demonstrable experience of planning and delivering events, workshops and engagement activities.
- A track record of successfully delivering projects within agreed timescales and managing competing priorities.
- Effective communication, influencing and relationship-building skills.
- Strong project management and organisational skills.
- An understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion principles and their application within the workplace.
Apply now to help shape a fairer and more inclusive workforce across London.
Community and Projects Officer (Fixed Term Contract) in London employer: Greater London Authority
As a Community and Projects Officer in Southwark, London, you will join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering equality and inclusion in the workforce. Our organisation offers a supportive work culture that values collaboration and innovation, providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development. With a focus on meaningful projects that impact underrepresented groups, you will find your role both rewarding and essential in shaping a more equitable future.
