Project Support Officer

Role Responsibility

Project Support Officer - Major Capital Programme (18-Month Fixed Term / Secondment)

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.

This 18-month opportunity offers a unique chance to gain invaluable experience in a project-focused environment while contributing to the improvement of Kent's transportation and infrastructure landscape. The skills and experience gained from working in our team will be highly beneficial for your career development.

Contact Details

For more information about this role, please contact: 

Isla Rutter, Major Programme Office Team Leader 

Tel: 03000 411624

E-mail: isla.rutter@kent.gov.uk

About the Company

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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.

KCC is transitioning to a new pay structure from 1st April 2025.  More details can be found here - Pay - Jobs & Careers - Kent County Council 

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.