At a Glance
- Tasks: Support exciting regeneration projects and engage with local communities.
- Company: Join a progressive local government organisation driving economic growth.
- Benefits: Earn £21.65 per hour with opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Flexible working hours with potential for career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on your community through economic development initiatives.
- Qualifications: Relevant qualification or 2 years' experience in economic development required.
The predicted salary is between 21.65 - 21.65 £ per hour.
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.
What's in it for you?
- £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.
Economic Development Project Officer - Newtownabbey TLNT1_NI employer: VANRATH
Join a forward-thinking local government organisation in Newtownabbey, where you'll play a vital role in driving economic development and regeneration initiatives. With a commitment to employee growth, you will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful projects that shape the community, supported by a collaborative work culture that values innovation and professional development.
