Your new companyHays are working with a reputable public sector organisation to recruit for a Programme Officer in their Joint Secretariat team on a temporary basis.

Your new roleYou will be managing the lifecycle of projects, from mobilisation to closure, including application support, funding recommendations, liaison, monitoring, and evaluation in compliance with contractual and EU regulations.

To manage a portfolio of projects funded by the programmes, monitoring progress in implementation
To assist in the provision of a secretariat function to the steering committees.
To assess applications, providing expert review and ensuring clear written recommendations are presented for consideration.
To assist in the development of programme procedures.
To update programme procedures and guidance for project promoters as necessary.
To draft contracts for projects.
To ensure robust monitoring of project implementation including progress and verification of project outputs.
Attend meetings, events and seminars to represent the organisation.
To develop a network of contacts within key stakeholders.
To assist in implementation functions of current programmes.
Drafting submissions, papers and reports on major themes/areas of discussion as directed.
Preparing governance papers and reports for presentation.
Visit and monitor projects on site and via an electronic management system.
Liaise with the public and key community and business figures as necessary.
Provide general advice to the general public, community and business figures, the European Commission and Government departments in both jurisdictions as required.

What you'll need to succeedA minimum of 5 GCSEs grades A-C (including English Language and Maths) or equivalentorA minimum of Leaving Certificate (Standard/Ordinary level) - 5 grades A-C (including English Language and Maths) or equivalent.

Experience of contributing to the operational planning process within the public, private, voluntary or community sectors.
Experience in drafting reports.
Experience in working with, understanding, and interpreting financial data.
Experience in review of non-financial information (reports etc) and follow-up action as required.
Good technical skills with previous experience in IT financial systems such as spreadsheets and databases.
Experience in Project Management, including establishing, monitoring and verification of outputs.

What you'll get in return

£17.94 per hour
Temporary for 6-9 months initially
37 hours per week
Hybrid working after training period
Immediate start
Belfast City Centre location

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