Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
Cardiff, 2 days ago
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Belfast, Cardiff, Edinburgh
Job Summary
We are MHCLG
Here at the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government (MHCLG), we work on things that make a real difference to peopleâs lives with a focus on Homes, Places and Growth. To delivery on these priorities, we work with partners across the UK on a range of policy interventions, programme delivery and legislation. We also work closely with other parts of government and the Devolved Governments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland on areas of joint interest and to support strong intergovernmental working.
The Nations Strategy and Engagement Team (NSET) provides resource across MHCLG to ensure the department can deliver on its commitments across the UK. With presence across the UKâs four capital cities, we leverage local intelligence, devolution expertise, and strong relationships with stakeholders to support the delivery of MHCLG's vision across Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. We contribute expertise on policy, delivery and our knowledge of places to tailor interventions to best effect for places across the country. We are a well-regarded team, priding ourselves on our collaborative and inclusive approach, and provide an excellent platform for everyone to further their career.
This is a great opportunity for a proactive individual who is a confident communicator to work in a busy office with colleagues from across the UK. We are seeking a Strategy and Engagement Officer to support our division in achieving our ambitions of supporting devolution and intergovernmental working in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The successful candidate will support the co-ordination and management of activity across the team.
Based within one of our offices in Cardiff, Edinburgh or Belfast, you will be instrumental in supporting our goals and ambitions by driving the success of key projects and initiatives across our team, as well as coordinating engagement with various stakeholders across the department and externally. You will work closely with team leaders and other stakeholders to ensure that we achieve our goals and that resources are optimally allocated.
Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities
Supporting the planning, execution, and monitoring of work areas across the team, ensuring alignment with stakeholder requirements and departmental priorities.
Monitoring and reporting on MHCLGâs activities in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland to support the development of UK-wide policies, strategies and legislation.
Supporting engagement with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, including local authorities, devolved governments, and other government departments.
Identifying and tracking emerging trends, risks, and opportunities through regular horizon scanning and analysis, helping the team stay informed and responsive and escalating to senior colleagues when appropriate.
Ensuring the smooth functionality of the team, ensuring products and tools are kept up to date and accurate, making use of AI and other tools to maximise the efficient use of information and reporting.
Contributing to the positive, inclusive and high-performing team environment. You will be comfortable with sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues and helping drive continuous improvement across the team.
Duties and Responsibilities
Supporting the planning, execution, and monitoring of work areas across the team, ensuring alignment with stakeholder requirements and departmental priorities.
Monitoring and reporting on MHCLGâs activities in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland to support the development of UK-wide policies, strategies and legislation.
Supporting engagement with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, including local authorities, devolved governments, and other government departments.
Identifying and tracking emerging trends, risks, and opportunities through regular horizon scanning and analysis, helping the team stay informed and responsive and escalating to senior colleagues when appropriate.
Ensuring the smooth functionality of the team, ensuring products and tools are kept up to date and accurate, making use of AI and other tools to maximise the efficient use of information and reporting.
Contributing to the positive, inclusive and high-performing team environment. You will be comfortable with sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues and helping drive continuous improvement across the team.
Person specification
Essential Criteria
The below criteria are essential and will be assessed at application stage
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ab