Planning and Projects Officer

Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:

• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days annual leave
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
We can also offer a mix of remote and on-site working. About the Role You will be a member of the planning & projects team within the Social Sciences Divisional Office, reporting to the Senior Planning and Projects Manager, as well as supporting the wider Planning and Projects team, including the strategic Head of the team. You will be coordinating and disseminating senior committee papers for our Divisional Board and Planning and Resources Committee, as well as supporting with a variety of project administration and diary management duties.

We are looking for an exceptional Planning & Projects Officer to take on our divisional committee secretary duties and team administration support for 9 months maternity cover. The role would be highly suitable for somebody with experience in the university who is looking to develop their skills in working with university governance, projects and general administration. The post holder will be responsible for all of the administration and coordination of our divisional committees, as well as delivering diary management and admin support for the Planning & Projects team. The role will mainly focus on projects relating to Estates & Information Security, applicants do not need any project management experience to apply as the role will be delivering admin support and coordinating activities. This role will provide an excellent development opportunity for a proactive and organised individual with great interpersonal skills., You will provide outstanding professional support while building and maintaining effective working relationships with senior academic and administrative staff in departments and the wider University. While this collaborative approach will be a key feature of your role, you will also be required to work independently, showing initiative in projects and exercising sound judgement and discretion. You will be able to handle a demanding and varied workload, managing your time and prioritising your work effectively and efficiently. You will be an enthusiastic and committed individual who welcomes the opportunity to engage in a range of activities and contribute effectively to a wider team, and is able to respond positively to new challenges. You will be required to upload a CV, supporting statement and details of two referees as part of your online application.

Social Sciences Divisional Office, 6 Worcester Street, Oxford, OX1 2BX