Project Support Officer – Climate Change
Westmorland and Furness Council
Salary: £32,076-£33,024
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Flexible Working with Barrow, Kendal or Penrith as a base
Contract: Fixed Term 18 months from start date
About this Opportunity
Are you passionate about climate change and reducing carbon emissions, are you keen to support the council to do what it can to reduce its and the wider area emissions? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a proven track record of delivering complex projects? If so, we want to hear from you!
Westmorland and Furness have identified Climate Change and Biodiversity as key priorities for the council and are seeking a highly organised, motivated and dedicated Project Support Officer with excellent knowledge of Climate Change and carbon reduction who can assist to deliver the Council’s Climate Change Action Plan.
Key Responsibilities
Essential Criteria
Desirable Criteria
If this sounds like an opportunity you would be interested in, and you’re looking for a role where you can make a positive difference to the environment across Cumbria, then please apply today.
If you are interested in what you have read and would like to have an informal discussion, please contact Hannah.girvan@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk
What can we offer you!
Application and Interview information
Closing date: Monday 1st April 2024
Interview date: TBC
We are currently operating virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss.
If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.
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Safer Recruitment
At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
Please read the Supporting Information:
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