Graduate Regeneration Officer
Job Description
The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is a statutory body consisting of the ten local authorities of Greater Manchester and a directly elected Mayor. It has wide-ranging economic development, regeneration and transport functions and an ambitious agenda to make Greater Manchester a better place in which to grow up, live, work and invest.
Our Place Graduate Programme provides a unique development opportunity for a graduate wishing to pursue a career with a dynamic, exciting and socially responsible employer. A Graduate appointment is being sought to support the Manchester Districts.
Supporting the Manchester District, and their Place Based Directorship, the Programme is seeking a graduate who will make a positive impact in roles associated with Planning and Development Surveying, Regeneration, Economic Development, Building Control, Environmental Health, Housing and Housing Strategy, Climate Change, Delivery and Planning Policy.
About You
Our wide range of services and the speed of change in local government mean that we need high calibre graduates who will thrive in a challenging and fast-paced environment. The Graduate Trainee Programme wants applications from graduates who can work effectively in complex and diverse situations, work in partnership with people at all levels from a variety of disciplines, aspire to become future managers, are prepared to challenge the status quo to bring about change, are prepared to learn and share knowledge and experiences, have resilience and show dedication to our aim of making Greater Manchester a great place to live, work and visit.
The GMCA aims to reflect the diverse communities within Greater Manchester. We are looking for people who have the right values and attitudes and who can demonstrate their motivation for a career in the public sector. We are looking to develop future leaders, so we want graduates who are adaptable, resourceful and passionate about making a difference to Greater Manchester’s communities and who can demonstrate excellence in:
- working with others
- persuasive communication
- delivering outcomes
- analysis and problem solving
- personal resilience
- leadership potential
- commercial awareness
- ICT skills
Purpose of the Place Graduate Trainee Programme
- To attract high performance, enthusiastic graduates who have the skills needed to succeed in senior management.
- To offer a series of placements and projects, along with a learning and development programme with national and locally delivered elements that will provide a grounding in key aspects of local government.
- To encourage graduates to make a long-term commitment to working in Greater Manchester.
About Us
As an employer, the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is made up of a number of key Greater Manchester strategic functions and service providers including; Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS); Waste and Recourses; Environment; Work and Skills; Research; Public Sector Reform; Police, Crime and Criminal Justice; Homelessness; the Greater Manchester Ageing Hub and the Commissioning Hub.
We value the diversity of our employees, and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across Greater Manchester. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people's age, disability, trans status, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.
Eligibility
Graduate in relevant discipline.
Training and Development
Over the two years of the programme, you will be supported to take part in a range of Learning and Development opportunities which will contribute to meeting the needs of the authority, our local community and the region.
Our Offer
In return for your hard work, we offer our employees a competitive package as part of our offer. More information is available upon request.
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Job Description
The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is a statutory body consisting of the ten local authorities of Greater Manchester and a directly elected Mayor. It has wide-ranging economic development, regeneration and transport functions and an ambitious agenda to make Greater Manchester a better place in which to grow up, live, work and invest.
Our Place Graduate Programme provides a unique development opportunity for a graduate wishing to pursue a career with a dynamic, exciting and socially responsible employer. A Graduate appointment is being sought to support the Manchester Districts.
Supporting the Manchester District, and their Place Based Directorship, the Programme is seeking a graduate who will make a positive impact in roles associated with Planning and Development Surveying, Regeneration, Economic Development, Building Control, Environmental Health, Housing and Housing Strategy, Climate Change, Delivery and Planning Policy.
About You
Our wide range of services and the speed of change in local government mean that we need high calibre graduates who will thrive in a challenging and fast-paced environment. The Graduate Trainee Programme wants applications from graduates who can work effectively in complex and diverse situations, work in partnership with people at all levels from a variety of disciplines, aspire to become future managers, are prepared to challenge the status quo to bring about change, are prepared to learn and share knowledge and experiences, have resilience and show dedication to our aim of making Greater Manchester a great place to live, work and visit.
The GMCA aims to reflect the diverse communities within Greater Manchester. We are looking for people who have the right values and attitudes and who can demonstrate their motivation for a career in the public sector. We are looking to develop future leaders, so we want graduates who are adaptable, resourceful and passionate about making a difference to Greater Manchester’s communities and who can demonstrate excellence in:
- working with others
- persuasive communication
- delivering outcomes
- analysis and problem solving
- personal resilience
- leadership potential
- commercial awareness
- ICT skills
Purpose of the Place Graduate Trainee Programme
- To attract high performance, enthusiastic graduates who have the skills needed to succeed in senior management.
- To offer a series of placements and projects, along with a learning and development programme with national and locally delivered elements that will provide a grounding in key aspects of local government.
- To encourage graduates to make a long-term commitment to working in Greater Manchester.
About Us
As an employer, the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is made up of a number of key Greater Manchester strategic functions and service providers including; Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS); Waste and Recourses; Environment; Work and Skills; Research; Public Sector Reform; Police, Crime and Criminal Justice; Homelessness; the Greater Manchester Ageing Hub and the Commissioning Hub.
We value the diversity of our employees, and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across Greater Manchester. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people's age, disability, trans status, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.
Eligibility
Graduate in relevant discipline.
Training and Development
Over the two years of the programme, you will be supported to take part in a range of Learning and Development opportunities which will contribute to meeting the needs of the authority, our local community and the region.
Our Offer
In return for your hard work, we offer our employees a competitive package as part of our offer. More information is available upon request.
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