Systems and Data Officer

Role Responsibility

Love tech? Love making a difference?

We’re on the hunt for a tech-savvy problem solver with a flair for technology and data and a passion for positive change. You’ll be at the centre of game-changing digital projects leading upgrades and developing smart, user-friendly solutions for a range of place-based services. Your work will shape the way we serve our communities.

What you’ll do:

• Spearhead the development and optimisation of business processes using appropriate technology solutions including AI, process automation and data analytics.
• Deliver impactful upgrades and improvements to applications and systems, using recognised project management methodologies.
• Champion the use of Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and Copilot AI to unlock smarter ways of working.
• Analyse data, identify trends, and drive service excellence across Kent.
• Deliver bespoke training and collaborate with stakeholders to shape the future of our services.
• Regularly work with our services at offices across Kent for hands-on impact.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience managing and developing IT systems, with advanced skills in Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and Copilot.
• A passion for continuous improvement, innovation, and making a real difference.
• Strong project management credentials and the ability to motivate and train others.
• A collaborative, curious, and compassionate approach aligned with Kent’s values.

Why join us?

• Be part of a forward-thinking team that values bravery, curiosity, compassion and working together.
• Shape the future of public services in Kent, with opportunities to learn, grow and make a lasting impact.

We offer:

• Flexible/hybrid working and 30 days’ annual leave.
• Local Government Pension Scheme membership.
• Exclusive national and local discounts via Kent Rewards.

Ready to take the next step?

If you’re driven by innovation and want to help shape the future of public services, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join a team that’s transforming the way Kent County Council’s Growth & Communities Division delivers its services.

This full-time role is offered as flexible/hybrid working with a mix of working from the office and from home. The office base will be at Sessions House, Maidstone. The post holder will be expected to travel to our Service offices across Kent on a regular basis.

The video below provides an insight into how our Directorate serves the residents of Kent.

Contact Details

For further information about the role please contact Thomas Bland - Systems & Data Manager thomas.bland@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.

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.