Assistant Project Managers x2
Short Summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Strategy & Delivery Directorate at The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science. Our work contributes to the efforts of the UK Government in addressing serious global problems of climate change, biodiversity loss and food security, in support of national and international commitments to promote a sustainable and resilient global recovery.
We are seeking applicants for the role of Assistant Project Manager to work with us in supporting the delivery of marine and freshwater science‑based projects. As part of this role, you will be responsible for the day‑to‑day management of small, low‑risk projects to ensure they are delivered on time, safely, within budget, to the satisfaction of the customer and in line with our governance framework. You will deliver a full range of project functions such as establishing project plans, managing project risks, and allocating staff resources. Additionally, there will be opportunities to support larger, high‑risk projects alongside senior colleagues.
We are looking for someone with great organisational and communication skills, and the ability to form excellent working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders in a conscientious and inclusive way.
At Cefas, we strive to have a work environment that’s inclusive as well as diverse, where we can all be ourselves. We value every idea and perspective, and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
You will receive a comprehensive induction to our organisation in addition to dedicated training time aligning to the Government Project Delivery Profession which provides clear career pathways for individuals.
The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy.
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Please note that the portal for this vacancy asks us to confirm if the role is part‑time or full‑time. At Cefas we offer flexible working, part‑time working, full‑time working and job share arrangements.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Your main duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- As a Project Manager, you will support the delivery of several key activities aligned with our organisational strategic priorities:
- Influencing Decisions – Enhancing Cefas’ role as a trusted global authority
- Assisting Project Managers in overseeing large projects, and/or responsibility for managing small projects working within and agreed governance structure
- Managing delivery schedules, ensuring projects are delivered to time, budget and quality
- Ambitious for each other – Enabling our people to thrive together, delivering safely wherever we work
- Establishing and securing project resources required to deliver outcomes and providing appropriate support around the details of planned delivery activities
- Supporting the valued health and safety focus of the delivery of projects in different environments (e.g. fieldwork, overseas, laboratories)
- Working Together – Strengthen partnerships and community engagements to collaborate and build collective understanding
- Developing trusted and effective relationships with the project team and key stakeholders
- Promoting and supporting a positive work environment in which people feel valued, listened to, empowered, and trusted
- In addition, Cefas reserves the right to ask staff to take on additional duties and responsibilities which are commensurate with their grade. Management will have a discussion with staff to explain the changes that are to be made. A new job description will be issued if required.
Person Specification and Essential Criteria
- Experience in a professional environment where you gained organisational skills and a passion for working with others.
- Ability to demonstrate initiative, self‑awareness and be adaptable to different situations.
- You must also be able to demonstrate effective decision making and evidence team working.
- Excellent attention to detail, highly organised and resourceful.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Specifically Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook).
