VANRATH are delighted to be assisting our major Public Sector client, a large organisation with the recruitment of an Economic Development Project Officer to join their team based in Newtownabbey. 21.65 per hour Opportunity to work on borough-wide regeneration and economic development projects Involvement in major regional initiatives and funding programmes Exposure to project management, funding applications and stakeholder engagement About your next employer You'll be joining a progressive local government organisation committed to driving economic development, regeneration and infrastructure investment across the borough. Working within the Economic Development and Planning function, the Regeneration team delivers strategic master-plans, town centre initiatives and externally funded programmes aligned to regional growth strategies. About you A relevant third level qualification (Level 4 or above) in a business-related or similar discipline OR at least 2 years' relevant experience Minimum 1 year's recent experience in economic development, regeneration, rural or community development Experience managing, monitoring or vouching funding applications and claims (desirable) Experience of public procurement processes (desirable) Strong planning, organisational and administrative skills Good financial and analytical ability Confident written and verbal communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel Full driving licence and access to transport Flexibility to attend occasional evening meetings What you'll do Support the delivery of regeneration and economic development programmes Assist with funding applications, claims, monitoring and compliance processes Review business plans and financial information to inform project assessments Monitor project performance, budgets and funding Support town centre engagement initiatives and stakeholder collaboration Maintain accurate project records to meet audit and regulatory requirements Contribute to procurement and contractor appointment processes Prepare reports, briefings and performance information for senior management and committee For 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. Very personable and knowledgeable to deal with and always took the time to understand and help out. Regeneration Project Management Economic Development Grants Funding Procurement Public Sector Benefits:
Economic Development Project Officer - Newtownabbey JBLE1_NI employer: VANRATH
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