Flood Risk Data Analyst Advisor - 30221

Flood Risk Data Analyst Advisor - 30221 Number of jobs available   4 Region   National City/Town   Various Grade   Staff Grade 5 Post Type   Permanent Role Type   Analytical, Information Technology, Knowledge & Information Management, Programme and Project Management, Project Delivery, Risk Management Working Pattern   Full Time Salary Minimum   £41,617 Closing Date:  

02/02/2025, 23:55 hours

Job description attachment 1   Job Profile - 30221.docx – 55KB Opens in a new window
Converted File Job Profile - 30221.docx.pdf – 88KB Opens in a new window Candidate pack   Candidate Pack - 30221.docx – 2042KB Opens in a new window
Converted File Candidate Pack - 30221.docx.pdf – 717KB Opens in a new window Security checks level   Basic Check Job description   The Environment Agency are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve, so welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds. We also welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share.
You’ll join a team of 17, consisting of a mix of grades, all working on a number of different projects. Our workplan is agreed quarterly, which ensures that work is varied and opportunities to learn are numerous.
This is a chance to lead data analysis work that creates a detailed picture of flood and coastal risk across the country. Your work will improve data that underpins a vast array of activities, from flood warnings and the effort to combat climate change, to enhancing the public’s understanding of flood risk.
Reporting to the FCRM Data Improvements Team Leader, you will:
• Lead project delivery for the team ensuring that as a team we deliver our workplan.
• Deliver results through others. Leading, supporting and motivating team members, ensuring that we deliver joined-up, holistic improvements across projects.
• Play a key role in engaging with other internal teams and project leads, ensuring we deliver data improvements which meet their needs and expectations.
Everyone that joins us is required to undertake training and participate in incident response duties when the need to respond arises. Having an incident role is an essential part of working for the Environment Agency and an active way to support communities and prevent harm to the environment. Further information on incident response can be found within your candidate pack.
You’ll have access to our great benefits package, including generous annual leave, an excellent pension and flexible working arrangements. We also offer extensive training to develop your career, including apprenticeships. The team   The Data Improvements team will sit within the Innovation, Systems and Services Department in National FCRM. We are a friendly, enthusiastic, inclusive and supportive team dedicated to improving datasets. We do this by supporting others to provide clear, useable and reliable data that ensures customers can have an accurate picture of flood risk.
As a team we like to challenge the status quo, innovate at every turn, build strong relationships and improve ways of working. Experience/skills required   This challenge requires a flair for solving problems and delivering effective solutions with data. We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience with GIS, databases and PowerBI as well has knowing how to use standard IT packages, such as Excel, Word & PowerPoint
• Has experience in data management and analysis
• Has experience in delivering solutions and tools using data
• Has experience of leading projects from design to delivery.
• Is an excellent communicator and influential personality, with the ability to explain technical information to non-technical people
• Works effectively as part of a team and can forge strong relationships
• Committed to professional development

Desirable experience:
• You will be a member of a professional institution.
• You will likely have a bachelor’s degree in data science, geography, engineering or other related subject Contact and additional information   There are permanent and temporary positions available. The temporary positions are 23 months in duration. Your preference will be discussed at interview.
Work location is flexible, but you must have a base at one of our offices across England. We offer hybrid home/office working but some travel is expected for team meetings.
Interviews will take place by video conferencing.
If you would like to discuss the role further please contact Kate Lindsay – kate.lindsay@environment-agency.gov.uk or Tom Bridge thomas.bridge@environment-agency.gov.uk Competence 1   Data and Information Management Description   Please describe a time when you have ensured that the data/ information that you have produced or that has been produced as part of a project you were working on has been fit for purpose? Competence 2   Takes Decisions and Solves Problems Description   Please describe a time when you identified a complex problem with data, what was the problem and how did you implement an effective solution? Competence 3   Delivers Results Through Others Description   Please describe a time when you have successfully led a team to deliver results on time, focusing on the steps you took to harness the team. Competence 4   Focuses on Efficiency, Innovation and Quality Description   The Data Improvement Advisor identifies and seizes the opportunity to create, introduce and implement new or improved methods, processes and without, compromising quality or accuracy.
Please give an example where you have demonstrated this competency ensuring you draw out your skills and experience in your response. If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.

We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.

We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.