Job Description

Do you have the experience of supporting projects? If you are keen to help young people in our county thrive and learn more about the world of work, then you may be the perfect fit for our East Sussex Careers Hub Project Officer in the Employability and Skills team at East Sussex County Council.


The Employment and Skills team are recruiting for a Project Officer to support the Careers Hub with the delivery of the Employment and Skills strategy in East Sussex. The role will support the Careers Hub with the delivery and management of projects and programmes, including work on a primary schools focused project, and will support local businesses and education with careers, employment and skills initiatives. The successful candidate will also be responsible for leading on specific areas within the team such as producing research and communication about their projects, compiling reports, and overseeing information management systems within the team.





We are looking for candidates who:


Can plan and organise varied workloads Communicate effectively with diverse audiences Can influence and support change using negotiation skills Interpret and analyse complex data Can monitor budgets effectively Have working knowledge of employment and skills support particularly for young people. Have knowledge of Careers Education landscape nationally and locally, with a focus on primary.



To apply, please follow the 'Apply Now' button above and upload your CV with a supporting statement. We will use your supporting statement to shortlist so please ensure you address how you meet the criteria in the person specification, drawing on relevant experience, education, or personal interests.


Please download the and Person Specification for more information.


Interviews will take place at County Hall in Lewes on 16 and 18 September. If you are unavailable on these dates, please let us know, and we may be able to schedule another time.


This role offers the chance to support the delivery of impactful projects, drive change, and work in a supportive environment. You'll also have access to training and development opportunities.


For an informal discussion about this opportunity Wendy Gorham wendy.gorham@eastsussex.gov.uk or Jennie Cole jennie.cole@eastsussex.gov.uk to request a MS teams call or phone call.



Additional Information



This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record . Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.



Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.



If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas



If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.