Portfolio Systems Advisor - 34003
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IT business analysts, architects and systems designers
Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled
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£54,900
(£28.15 per hour)
Occupation rate applies
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Description
Desirable skills:
The Environment Agency is committed to building an inclusive workforce that truly reflects the diverse communities we serve. We don’t just talk about diversity — we actively seek it, embrace it, and embed it into everything we do.
Do you want to work at the heart of Change Implementation in the Environment & Business directorate (E&B) helping us to create better places for people, wildlife and the environment?
This is a unique opportunity to join the E&B Portfolio Management Office (PfMO), that drives change, transformation and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will work across E&B, with other portfolios, system and financial experts, to ensure E&B has outstanding financial information and robust P3M system management.
We’re looking for someone who can lead the way as we embed our new P3M tool across E&B and who loves turning complex data into clarity. This is a role for a natural problem‑solver who thrives on continuous improvement and providing Director and Deputy Directors clear, consistent information to fuel key management decisions by presenting the right information at the right time.
This roles focus:
- Power App and Power BI.
- Experience working in a project, programme or portfolio delivery environment.
The Environment Agency is committed to building an inclusive workforce that truly reflects the diverse communities we serve. We don’t just talk about diversity — we actively seek it, embrace it, and embed it into everything we do.
Do you want to work at the heart of Change Implementation in the Environment & Business directorate (E&B) helping us to create better places for people, wildlife and the environment?
This is a unique opportunity to join the E&B Portfolio Management Office (PfMO), that drives change, transformation and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will work across E&B, with other portfolios, system and financial experts, to ensure E&B has outstanding financial information and robust P3M system management.
We’re looking for someone who can lead the way as we embed our new P3M tool across E&B and who loves turning complex data into clarity. This is a role for a natural problem‑solver who thrives on continuous improvement and providing Director and Deputy Directors clear, consistent information to fuel key management decisions by presenting the right information at the right time.
This roles focus:
- You will take ownership of our new P3M tool - lead its rollout and configuration; making sure it’s intuitive, reliable and delivers what the E&B business needs.
- Be responsible for day‑to‑day system management, be a data custodian and provide local user support for the P3M system.
- You will champion high‑quality portfolio data - shape data structures, maintain accuracy and build BI reporting that gives leaders sharp, timely and actionable insight.
- You will maintain core financial information for the E&B Portfolio, ensuring forecasts, in‑year spend and financial risks are accurate, well‑governed and integrated into portfolio reporting.
E&B fosters an inclusive, supportive culture and uses evidence and innovation to influence policy and delivery.
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in change and transformation in the E&B directorate under the Change Implementation team, we work in an integrated way across the organisation and with Defra.
We are a small and dispersed welcoming team who are supportive, collaborative and strive towards excellence.
Experience/skills Required
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic individual who can combine excellent people skills with strong data analysis and problem-solving abilities.
Working as part of a dispersed team, you will show you can use your initiative to work independently and manage your time effectively.
Essential skills:
- Microsoft Excel and familiarity with digital P3M tools.
- Understanding of P3M system governance.
- Attention to detail, maintaining data accuracy and driving data quality improvements.
- Experience in financial reporting and analysis or P3M system expert.
- Managing financial data, ability to analyse and manipulate it, and present headline outputs/dashboards to peers and senior leaders.
- Making decisions and presenting own ideas, based on evidence and interpretation, to make proactive recommendations to peers and senior leaders.
- Power App and Power BI.
- Experience working in a project, programme or portfolio delivery environment.
We are a Category-1 responder, and all staff are required to take on an incident role. You will be given appropriate training and support to find a role that suits your role and situation.
You’ll have an EA Office base location, as a national role the working location is flexible/hybrid, however some travel and overnights may be required.
Please see Candidate / Additional Information Pack for more information. Any queries, contact karen.gillibrand@environment-agency.gov.uk
Applications are “blind” assessed using your answers to the competency questions.
Interviews are anticipated to be held in April via MS Teams. As part of the interview process there may be an additional assessment, if selected for interview these details will be sent closer to the time.
Competence 1
Data and Information Management
Description
Collects, analyses, interprets, records, manages, develops and shares data, material or information appropriately for a variety of purposes.
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
If a large number of applications are received, an initial sift using this lead capability may be conducted. Successful candidates will then proceed to a full sift or directly to assessment/interview.
Feedback is generally not available at sift stage
Describe a situation where you identified inaccuracies, inconsistencies, or gaps in programme or project data. How did you address the issue and ensure high data quality? What was the outcome for reporting or decision making?
Competence 2
Achieves Results
Description
Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets. Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
Describe a situation where you were responsible for delivering a critical piece of work under challenging circumstances or a tight deadline? What was your approach and what actions did you take to ensure successful delivery?
Competence 3
Communicates Effectively
Description
Listens and questions to understand and engage. Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing.
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
Describe a time when you had to communicate a systems, process or financial change to a large audience? What was your approach and how did you ensure the message was understood?
Competence 4
Takes Decisions and Solves Problems
Description
Finds and delivers optimal solutions by effectively analysing all the information, probing to develop alternatives and taking sound and timely decisions.
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
Describe a situation where you identified a delivery, data, or systems issue that was affecting programme reporting or decision making. How did you diagnose the problem, what actions did you take, and what was the result?
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note tha
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
If a large number of applications are received, an initial sift using this lead capability may be conducted. Successful candidates will then proceed to a full sift or directly to assessment/interview.
Feedback is generally not available at sift stage
Describe a situation where you identified inaccuracies, inconsistencies, or gaps in programme or project data. How did you address the issue and ensure high data quality? What was the outcome for reporting or decision making?
Competence 2
Achieves Results
Description
Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets. Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
Describe a situation where you were responsible for delivering a critical piece of work under challenging circumstances or a tight deadline? What was your approach and what actions did you take to ensure successful delivery?
Competence 3
Communicates Effectively
Description
Listens and questions to understand and engage. Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing.
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
Describe a time when you had to communicate a systems, process or financial change to a large audience? What was your approach and how did you ensure the message was understood?
Competence 4
Takes Decisions and Solves Problems
Description
Finds and delivers optimal solutions by effectively analysing all the information, probing to develop alternatives and taking sound and timely decisions.
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
Describe a situation where you identified a delivery, data, or systems issue that was affecting programme reporting or decision making. How did you diagnose the problem, what actions did you take, and what was the result?
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note tha
t the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Although the Environment Agency is a non-departmental public body sponsored by Defra, we subscribe to and align with the candidate guidance on the use of artificial intelligence found on the Civil Service Careers website. Please review for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Although the Environment Agency is a non-departmental public body sponsored by Defra, we subscribe to and align with the candidate guidance on the use of artificial intelligence found on the Civil Service Careers website. Please review for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.