Job: Project and Policy Officer (Resilience)

Team: Greater Manchester Resilience Unit (Greater Manchester Combined Authority; Resilience Directorate)

Salary: £40,444 to £44,253

Hours: 36.25 hours per week, Monday-Friday, with out of hours as required as part of a 365/24/7 on-call rota

Contract: Permanent Hybrid Working

Location: GMCA Offices, Tootal House, 56 Oxford Street, Manchester, M1 6EU

Advert closing date: November 15th at 23:59

Interviews: November 26th and 27th in Central Manchester, dates to be confirmed


We are seeking an experienced and motivated Project and Policy Officer to join the Greater Manchester Combined Authorities Resilience Directorate to provide a comprehensive project management support service across all areas of the Resilience Directorate (GMRU) portfolios.

Working closely with the Strategic Policy Lead (Strategy and Partnerships) they will ensure the effective delivery of GMRU projects, initiatives, and governance. Providing project management and day-to-day coordination to support implementation of the GMRU business plan and resilience strategy.


The post will have a strong focus on partnership working, developing effective working relationships with national government, resilience organisations, city networks and international partners and key roles in Greater Manchester organisations.


The Role

As Project and Policy Officer (Resilience), you will work with multi-agency teams, local authorities, GMCA, and voluntary sector organisations to develop project plans, follow up actions and support policy leads to develop, implement and deliver an effective programme work that will deliver against the key priorities of the Greater Manchester Resilience Strategy.


You will:

  • Manage all project plans and documentation, manage effective record keeping and version control, and the safeguarding of sensitive information in line with legislation.
  • Support policy leads by researching the alignment of local strategy with statutory requirements, including the Civil Contingencies Act, and national policy.
  • Carry out research, analysis and intelligence gathering to support strategy development and decision-making.
  • Produce high-quality, timely reports and briefings by bringing together complex information from a range of sources.
  • Draft high-level correspondence, presentations and comprehensive reports on behalf of the Chief Resilience Officer (Director of Resilience).
  • Support the directorate leadership team and Strategic Policy Leads with the development, coordination and continuous improvement of the GM Resilience Strategy.
  • Build and maintain relationships with internal teams, national government, resilience organisations, city networks and international partners.
  • Research and share innovative approaches that may support the development of Greater Manchester’s resilience system.
  • Support the Strategic Policy Lead (Strategy and Partnerships) with Greater Manchester’s contribution to national and international resilience agendas.
  • Coordinate team resources to ensure effective governance and timely follow-up on agreed actions.
  • Research and analyse data, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality and security of the data processed including adherence to relevant legislation.
  • Support policy leads to translate complex resilience challenges into clear and actionable policy proposals and strategic priorities.


About You

We are looking for a highly capable resilience professional with experience of civil contingencies functions, emergency and business continuity planning, and the wider resilience agenda.

You will bring:

  • A proven track record and experience of project management and initiatives involving multiple partners.
  • Experience of civil contingencies, resilience, emergency planning, and project management within a complex public sector organisational environment.
  • Knowledge of multi-agency resilience arrangements and emergency management structures.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex information and present evidence-based recommendations.
  • Experience working across organisational boundaries and building effective partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders.
  • The ability to communicate complex information clearly and confidently to senior leaders, partners and governance groups.
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes.
  • Strong problem-solving, planning and decision-making abilities.


This list of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive. Further details can be found in the attached role profile.

Please see the role profile at the bottom of the page

Mandatory Requirements

  • The post holder must successfully undertake police security clearance through Greater Manchester Police.
  • The post holder will be required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service and commit to being a member of GMRU’s strategic on-call rota, providing 24/7/365 support to the 10 Greater Manchester local authorities in their response to emergencies, in line with agreed procedures and escalation arrangements.
  • At time of appointment hold a full driving license and have access to a vehicle for business use for which casual car user allowance will be paid.
  • Be prepared to travel across Greater Manchester, and outside of Greater Manchester if business needs require.

The Selection Process

Candidates will be shortlisted following the closing date. Successful applicants will be invited to attend a selection process consisting of:

  • A formal interview
  • A written assessment
  • A short presentation


Selection activities are expected to take place November 26th and 27th in Central Manchester and last approximately 3 hours.

About us:

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) brings together the cityregion’s ten councils and key partners including Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) and Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) - to deliver the Greater Manchester Strategy. Our shared vision is to create a thriving city region where everyone can live a good life. We work to grow an inclusive economy and ensure people have what they need to live happy, healthy lives, tackling inequalities. Our policy department include Digital, Economy, Education, Work & Skills, Environment, Place Making, Public Service Reform, and Safer & Stronger Communities - who are supported by our essential corporate functions like Finance, Legal & Governance, People Services, Procurement and Communications.


We value the diversity of our employees, and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across Greater Manchester. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people's age, disability, Trans status and Non-binary identity, 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.


To find out more about working for us please click here: https://www.greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk/


Our offer:

In return for your hard work, we offer our employees a competitive package as part of our offer that you can find out more about here:

Greater Manchester Combined Authority - Home | greater.jobs




Mandatory Information:

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Hybrid working

This role is part of GMCA’s hybrid working scheme. As part of our commitment to ‘Build Back Fairer’ in Greater Manchester following the Covid-19 pandemic, we have evolved our management methods by trusting and empowering staff to deliver their work in the best way that suits the business and their individual needs, and supports health and wellbeing. Our hybrid working policy sets out a flexible approach, combining attendance at our Manchester city centre office, allocated GM Local Authority office(s), or on site in the community, with remote working, typically from home (within a reasonable commutable distance from Greater Manchester); the location of work is primarily dictated by the needs of the business: ‘Do what is right for you and the business on that day’. If appointed to the role you will work with your manager to agree and regularly review the best working pattern for you, your team and your work.



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