Project Officer

Project Officer

• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Chelmsford, Essex (CM1) - City- Centre
• Salary: £33,000 - £35,000

We are currently seeking a Project Officer to join a well-respected client of Reeds. This is a new role funded by a prominent religious organisation's Racial Justice Unit. The role is dynamic, with the potential for evolution and growth as project needs develop.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Develop and implement project plans for initiatives such as ‘From Action to Real Change’ and ‘From Lament to Action’.
• Ensure project actions are well-planned, financially robust, and supported by suitable data and metrics to meet agreed targets and outcomes.
• Identify and utilize qualitative and quantitative data to provide recommendations and develop a framework for data collection and collation.
• Produce and develop reports that communicate progress against desired outcomes to key stakeholders including the Racial Justice Unit, Leadership Team, and Council.
• Develop methods for measuring the success and effectiveness of the project and identify areas for continuous improvement.
• Provide administrative support for the project, including arranging meetings, taking minutes, and maintaining project documentation.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders within the community at all levels, influencing effectively to ensure the implementation of recommendations.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in project work, including planning, coordinating, and managing detailed projects.
• A-Level standard education or equivalent qualification.
• Strong planning, time management, and organisational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, with skills in PowerPoint and Excel for report creation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of effectively interacting with a broad range of colleagues and stakeholders.
• A supportive attitude towards the mission and willingness to work within its frameworks.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently with high levels of self-motivation.
• Resilience and a proactive work approach.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional and personal development within a supportive and diverse environment.
• 11% Pension without contribution
• Inclusive and welcoming workplace culture.

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