Scotland Office Director's Support Officer - Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Scottish Government

Scottish Government
Scottish Government
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Overview:

Would you like the opportunity to grow and develop your skills for an Organisation that wants to make Scotland better?
If so we have a great opportunity for you


About Us


The Scotland Office (Office of the Secretary of State for Scotland) occupies a unique place at the heart of the UK Government and supports the Secretary of State in promoting the best interests of Scotland within a stronger United Kingdom.

You will have the opportunity to work closely with Senior Officials, and Ministerial Private Offices. This is a busy and varied role in the Senior Leadership Executive Support Team.

You will be part of a small team of three comprising a Business Manager, Executive Support Officer and Diary Support Officer.


You will as Scotland Office Director's Support Officer provide a pivotal role through management of diaries, administration and logístical support; playing a vital role in supporting the Director and Policy Deputy Director's schedules; and managing communication channels with the wider UK Government and external stakeholders.


Responsibilities:


  • Day to day management of the Directors diary, including setting up regular internal meetings, meetings with Stakeholders and liaising with other offices across Whitehall on UKGG meetings and other cross government meetings.
  • Provide Diary support to the Policy Deputy Director.
  • Commission briefing from policy officials for the Directors meetings, ensure it is fit for purpose and the Director is sighted on other relevant issues.
  • Coordinate and respond to all invitations for the Director. Liaise with organisers on arrangements.
  • Arrange all travel for the Director and Deputy Policy Director.
  • Maintain the Gifts and Hospitality register for Senior Leaders and complete the quarterly senior official's transparency return for

Competencies
Self-Awareness

Team Work

Communications and Engagement

Customer Service


Qualifications:
No specific qualifications required for this post.


Essential Criteria

  • Excellent organisational skills.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • An ability to build and sustain effective relationships with stakeholders both within and outside of Government.

Provisional Interview Dates
To be confirmed.


Location
This post will be based at Queen Elizabeth House, Edinburgh.

In line with our current way of working, our team follows a hybrid working approach, where colleagues use a mix of office based and remote working (working from home) depending on the requirements of the role and personal circumstances.


How To Apply
For further information on this vacancy please download and review the "Person Specification" which you will find below:
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