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Change Project Officer

Help to put People at the Heart of Change

About the role 

Audit Wales is looking to recruit a Change Project Officer which is pivotal in the delivery of the Change Programme and project portfolio. Working alongside a range of stakeholders you will support the central change team and project managers in the coordination of actions and activities. 

The role is diverse and includes the administration and coordination of plans, engaging and communicating with stakeholders, monitoring and reporting, undertaking data analysis and supporting key events and governance meetings. 

Our change management function at Audit Wales aims to make sure that people are put at the heart of change. You will proactively contribute to this by supporting the development services, processes, support and guidance to develop and embed a consistent approach to managing change at Audit Wales. 

This is a key role in managing and supporting the administrative function of the change team and providing a high level of service, while ensuring that the delivery reflects the GREAT values and behaviours of Audit Wales

Who is  Audit Wales?

Audit Wales is the independent public sector audit body within Wales. We hold a unique position within the Welsh public sector, where our role is to:

·      Assure the people of Wales that public money is being managed well through our annual audit of public sector accounts. 

·      Explain how public money is being used and how it meets people’s needs through our Value for Money studies. 

·      Inspire and empower those with whom we work to continuously improve by sharing initiatives and best practice.

Working for us

Audit Wales is a dynamic and friendly place to work, with an incredibly supportive culture. We’re passionate about working with the Welsh public sector and making a difference to local communities.

We’re Flexible – We work Smarter; providing choices of how, when and where individuals and teams deliver their work – we trust you in making the right choice to deliver the task in hand while supporting you in your individual circumstances, be that caring responsibilities or managing disabilities.

We’ve got Excellent Terms - We genuinely care about our people and about providing an environment that encourages a positive work-life balance through our 35-hour working week, and our 33 days annual leave per annum (exclusive of public bank holidays), you can also purchase, sell, and put leave in the ‘bank’ to enable extended holidays. 

We invest in our People - We’re advocates for personal and professional development and invest in our people to fulfil their career aspirations to be the best they can be. We offer a generous training package which is complimented by a blended approach of structured and unstructured learning.  Our successful mentoring and coaching scheme to our LinkedIn Learning licenses give staff the opportunity to learn at times and in ways that suit them.

We have Excellent Benefits - Alongside our generous salary package, we offer all employees opportunity to enter the Civil Service Pension Scheme which is considered to be one of the best employer contribution rates.  Our staff benefits also include a cycle to work scheme, shopping discounts and the option to obtain a vehicle through our beneficial lease scheme among many more. 

We’re Proud to be Accredited – Our excellent family friendly benefits and culture mean we are a proud Top Ten Working Families employer and have achieved Living Wage accreditation.

We are growing a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we work in and the skills, experiences, and perspectives they offer and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. We are also a member of the Disability Confident Scheme and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role.

What it’s like to work in the Change Team

The Change Team at Audit Wales is incredibly supportive and positive. We really do love what we do and are passionate about making an impact on the organisation. Although our Change Managers and Programme Manager lead different projects, we are still one team, offering each other input and guidance. The Project Officer role offers the unique opportunity to gain insight and offer vital support across the change programme to deliver our projects, working with teams across Audit Wales to deliver results.

Find out more

You can find out more about the responsibilities, skills and experience required for the role in the job description. For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Ceri Hughes on 02920 320627 or Ceri.Hughes@audit.wales . 

Closing date for applications is midnight on 1st May 2024. Please note, there will be a two-stage selection process for this position. Following a sift of your on-line application successful candidates will be invited to participate in a critical thinking assessment. All assessments and interviews will be done in person at the Cardiff Office, 1 Capital Quarter, Tyndall Street Cardiff, CF10 4BZ during week beginning 20th May.

When applying online please remember to press the continue button following submission of your application – once you have done this you will receive an acknowledgement to confirm your application has been submitted. If you do not receive an acknowledgement, please contact our Human Resources Team immediately on 02920 320500 or via HRandPayroll@audit.wales

Please note, we are not able to sponsor work visas.

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