Project Support Officer

What will you be doing?

Project Support Officer - Major Capital Programme

Are you an enthusiastic and motivated individual looking to make a difference? Join our team as a Project Support Officer and be part of the dynamic Major Capital Programme Team responsible for delivering transformative transport and infrastructure projects across Kent. With a diverse portfolio of over 75 schemes at various stages of development, this role offers you the opportunity to contribute to the success of each project.

As a Project Support Officer, you will be instrumental in providing high-quality customer service, managing administrative tasks, and ensuring the smooth operation of our projects. With a strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines, you will play a pivotal role in the efficient execution of our initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality customer service and manage administrative tasks.
• Ensure the smooth operation of projects and handle mailbox enquiries from the team, public, internal, and external stakeholders.
• Arrange meetings, manage customer queries, and provide financial support, ensuring invoices are paid on time.
• Utilise Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Automate and Power BI, to streamline processes and enhance project reporting and data analysis.

Requirements:

• High level of computer literacy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work to tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills.

We welcome those who may lack previous experience but demonstrate the right behaviours and a keen interest in this field. All necessary training will be provided and we expect the successful applicant to show a strong enthusiasm for learning and skill development.

About you

For more information about this role, please contact: Isla Rutter, Major Programme Office Team Leader E-mail: isla.rutter@kent.gov.uk

About us

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KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.

Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply.