ICT Digital Programme Officer

Cyngor Sir Ceredigion County Council; Aberystwyth; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

We operate a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh; any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

Please note that the advertised salary for this position is subject to a pending pay award. The final salary will be adjusted in line with the nationally agreed pay award.

Join Our Team as an ICT Digital Programme Officer.

Ceredigion County Council is a leading, innovative organisation that supports the citizens of Ceredigion.

Why Join Us:

• Join an innovative and forward-thinking company that values employee growth and development.
• Collaborate with a talented and diverse team of professionals passionate about technology.
• Enjoy a flexible and supportive work environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Responsibilities:

As a Digital Programme Officer in Ceredigion County Council, you will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive programme of digital projects aimed at enhancing public services and operational efficiency. This role involves overseeing the planning, execution, and successful completion of various digital initiatives, ensuring they align with the strategic goals of the council. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and external partners to drive innovation and implement cutting-edge digital solutions. Key responsibilities include managing project timelines, budgets, and resources, as well as mitigating risks and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

In addition to project management, the Digital Programme Officer will play a crucial role in fostering a culture of digital transformation within the organisation. This includes advocating for the adoption of new technologies, identifying training and support for staff, and continuously evaluating the impact of digital projects on service delivery and strategic delivery.

Requirements:

Educated to Degree level or equivalent in a relevant field, such as:

• Business Administration
• Computer Science
• Project Management
• Or 5 years’ experience

In addition to the above, we require an individual with a degree of fluency in the Welsh language.

A successful applicant without the required Welsh language skill will be fully supported to reach the desired standard within two years of appointment.

In exchange for your skills and commitment, we will offer you a range of employee benefits including a competitive annual leave allowance and flexible working arrangements. Work will be carried out mostly on a remote basis, although it will be a requirement to attend meetings in the office as and when required.

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

What we offer:

• Work-life balance
• Lifestyle savings scheme
• Generous employer pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Learning and development

Where you'll work:

Customer Contact & ICT

Our service has a range of responsibilities from providing advice and support to the residents of Ceredigion to providing corporate support via our ICT, reception, and mailroom teams. Our service is responsible for the following functions:

• Civil Registration: Birth, deaths, and marriages.
• Corporate Customer Services: Blue badge; Contact centre; Mailroom and scanning; Receptions.
• ICT and Information Management: Archives and modern records; ICT support; Infrastructure and security; Project and application support; Reprographics, Technical support, Software development.
• Library Services

Aberystwyth is a lively university town and seaside resort complete with promenade and pier, and the setting of the atmospheric TV drama Hinterland.