Water Resources Security of Supply – Senior Advisor - 33520
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Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled
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Description
In your capability-based answers please demonstrate your:
Job Description
The Environment Agency are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We don't just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it, and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities, and our environment.
In the Water Resources Security of Supply team we ensure that there is enough water for society and the environment over at least the next 25 years. It’s an exciting time to be part of the team with upcoming water resources planning rounds and changes to how we regulate the water industry to secure our country’s water supplies for the next generation.
In this post you will bring your own technical water resources experience, with a key project management focus and good communication skills. Significant areas of work will include managing preparation for the next round of water resources management plans and the review of water company drought plans. To achieve this, you will work closely with Defra, Ofwat, DWI, Natural England and Environment Agency colleagues to ensure good quality water company plans. The post holder will be res
- ability to work effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures and actively encourage others to consider diversity issues in their work.
Job Description
The Environment Agency are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We don't just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it, and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities, and our environment.
In the Water Resources Security of Supply team we ensure that there is enough water for society and the environment over at least the next 25 years. It’s an exciting time to be part of the team with upcoming water resources planning rounds and changes to how we regulate the water industry to secure our country’s water supplies for the next generation.
In this post you will bring your own technical water resources experience, with a key project management focus and good communication skills. Significant areas of work will include managing preparation for the next round of water resources management plans and the review of water company drought plans. To achieve this, you will work closely with Defra, Ofwat, DWI, Natural England and Environment Agency colleagues to ensure good quality water company plans. The post holder will be res
ponsible for liaison with the water industry on a technical level, co-ordinating and hosting events to share knowledge and understanding. Finally, you will work closely with Defra colleagues to provide technical and policy input to the organisation and government where needed.
The role will manage two posts and will work closely with technical leads across the team. Team leader experience would therefore be useful, but not essential to the role.
To achieve the above, the post holder must demonstrate strong influencing, project management and communication skills. It would be beneficial to have technical experience of water resources planning but support can be given if you don’t have this knowledge.
The team
You’ll join our water resources security of supply team that sets the direction for water resources planning including our statutory duty to conserve water through water efficiency and demand management.
We’re a dispersed team within the Environment and Business (E&B) Directorate.
In E&B we promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive culture where everyone feels valued. We use evidence, expertise, engagement, and innovation to enhance and support delivery, influence policy, legislation, and secure resources.
Experience/skills Required
The role will manage two posts and will work closely with technical leads across the team. Team leader experience would therefore be useful, but not essential to the role.
To achieve the above, the post holder must demonstrate strong influencing, project management and communication skills. It would be beneficial to have technical experience of water resources planning but support can be given if you don’t have this knowledge.
The team
You’ll join our water resources security of supply team that sets the direction for water resources planning including our statutory duty to conserve water through water efficiency and demand management.
We’re a dispersed team within the Environment and Business (E&B) Directorate.
In E&B we promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive culture where everyone feels valued. We use evidence, expertise, engagement, and innovation to enhance and support delivery, influence policy, legislation, and secure resources.
Experience/skills Required
We are looking for someone who is ready for an interesting and challenging job. We would be very interested in hearing from you if you have the following experience:
Contact and additional information
You’ll have an EA Office base location, as a national role the working location is flexible / hybrid.
We use smart tools to stay connected some travel and overnights may be required, especially to London.
Please read the Candidate / Additional Information Pack for information. Any queries, contact stuart.sampson@environment-agency.gov.uk or tom.schnetler@environment-agency.gov.uk
Applications are “blind” assessed using your answers to the competency questions.
Interviews should be held via MS Teams within two weeks of the closing date.
You’ll have an inclusive incident management objective and we’ll help you find a role to suit your needs. Appropriate training will be given.
If you consent to being held on a reserve list, we’ll hold your details for 6 months and may offer you an alternative post.
Competence 1
Achieves Results
Description
- building, maintaining and maximising relationships with good communication skills
- ability to scope, lead and deliver specific projects depending on team and government priorities, demonstrating value for money
- excellent written and verbal communication skills
- an excellent track record of achieving results
- it would be good if you have technical experience of water resources planning but support can be given if you don’t have this knowledge
- ability to work effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures and actively encourage others to consider diversity issues in their work.
Contact and additional information
You’ll have an EA Office base location, as a national role the working location is flexible / hybrid.
We use smart tools to stay connected some travel and overnights may be required, especially to London.
Please read the Candidate / Additional Information Pack for information. Any queries, contact stuart.sampson@environment-agency.gov.uk or tom.schnetler@environment-agency.gov.uk
Applications are “blind” assessed using your answers to the competency questions.
Interviews should be held via MS Teams within two weeks of the closing date.
You’ll have an inclusive incident management objective and we’ll help you find a role to suit your needs. Appropriate training will be given.
If you consent to being held on a reserve list, we’ll hold your details for 6 months and may offer you an alternative post.
Competence 1
Achieves Results
Description
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
QUESTION: Please tell us about your experience of achieving one important outcome?
Competence 2
Influences and Persuades Others
Description
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
QUESTION: Explain how you have influenced and persuaded others to ensure an outcome you required.
Competence 3
Programme and Project Management
Description
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
QUESTION HERE: Describe a project you have successfully managed, providing the details of planning and managing the project to ensure delivery on time, to the necessary quality and within budget.
Competence 4
Environmental Awareness
Description
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
QUESTION: Please tell us about your experience of achieving one important outcome?
Competence 2
Influences and Persuades Others
Description
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
QUESTION: Explain how you have influenced and persuaded others to ensure an outcome you required.
Competence 3
Programme and Project Management
Description
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
QUESTION HERE: Describe a project you have successfully managed, providing the details of planning and managing the project to ensure delivery on time, to the necessary quality and within budget.
Competence 4
Environmental Awareness
Description
QUESTION: You should describe the role of the Environment Agency in water resources management plans.
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that 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.
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that 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.
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