Senior Policy and Programme Officer (Air Quality)
Company
Greater London Authority (GLA)
Location
London
Employment Hours
Full Time
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
Job Requirements/Description
Good Growth
Good Growth is responsible for delivering and implementing the Mayor's environment, transport and economic strategies and for the effective implementation of the London Plan. The Directorate is also responsible for regeneration (where the programme is not housing led), enterprise, growth, capital projects and design work.
About the team
The Air Quality team is based within the GLA Connectivity, Air Quality, Transport and Infrastructure Unit (CAQTI).
About the role
We are seeking a talented individual to join the team responsible for tackling air pollution and reducing transport emissions in the capital. You will join at an exciting time as take forward projects and policies to reduce exposure to air pollution such as rolling out air filters to schools, reducing emissions from construction and new developments, and supporting the boroughs and Transport for London to deliver electric vehicle infrastructure.
Reporting to a Principal Policy and Programme Officer, you'll be responsible for the management of a portfolio of air quality work.
Excellent organisational, use of evidence, and problem-solving skills will be crucial to your success. You'll need to have experience of delivering complex projects or programmes and be able to demonstrate your ability to communicate and influence. You'll need to be flexible, adaptable, and have a collaborative approach, working on many initiatives simultaneously, in a fast paced and political environment.
The ability to interpret, analyse and present air quality data and technical information will be essential. And experience of air quality, sustainable transport, or a related environmental field is also required.
What your day will look like:
To be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria:
Problem Solving
is analysing and interpreting situations from a variety of viewpoints and finding creative, workable, and timely solutions.
Level 2 Indicators of Effective Performance:
is gathering intelligence (information, opinion, and data) from varied sources, making sense of it, testing its validity, and drawing conclusions that can lead to practical benefits.
Level 2 Indicators of Effective Performance:
is thinking ahead, managing time, priorities, and risk, and developing structured and efficient approaches to deliver work on time and to a high standard.
Level 2 Indicators of Effective Performance:
is developing rapport and working effectively with a diverse range of people, sharing knowledge and skills to deliver shared goals.
Level 2 Indicators of Effective Performance:
How to apply
If you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following:
Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the 'CV and Cover Letters' section' of the form, ensuring you address the technical requirements and competencies in your Personal Statement.
Word or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (E.g., "CV - applicant name - 012345)
As part of GLA's continuing commitment to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer we will be removing personal identifiable information from CVs and Personal Statements that could cause discrimination.
If you have questions about the role
If you wish to talk to someone about the role, the hiring manager Matthew Browning would be happy to speak to you. Please contact them at
If you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact the who support the GLA with recruitment.
Assessment process
Once you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel.
If shortlisted, you'll be invited to an interview.
The interview dates are: 24th and 25th July on MS Teams.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
London's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share.
Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria . click apply for full job details
Good Growth is responsible for delivering and implementing the Mayor's environment, transport and economic strategies and for the effective implementation of the London Plan. The Directorate is also responsible for regeneration (where the programme is not housing led), enterprise, growth, capital projects and design work.
About the team
The Air Quality team is based within the GLA Connectivity, Air Quality, Transport and Infrastructure Unit (CAQTI).
About the role
We are seeking a talented individual to join the team responsible for tackling air pollution and reducing transport emissions in the capital. You will join at an exciting time as take forward projects and policies to reduce exposure to air pollution such as rolling out air filters to schools, reducing emissions from construction and new developments, and supporting the boroughs and Transport for London to deliver electric vehicle infrastructure.
Reporting to a Principal Policy and Programme Officer, you'll be responsible for the management of a portfolio of air quality work.
Excellent organisational, use of evidence, and problem-solving skills will be crucial to your success. You'll need to have experience of delivering complex projects or programmes and be able to demonstrate your ability to communicate and influence. You'll need to be flexible, adaptable, and have a collaborative approach, working on many initiatives simultaneously, in a fast paced and political environment.
The ability to interpret, analyse and present air quality data and technical information will be essential. And experience of air quality, sustainable transport, or a related environmental field is also required.
What your day will look like:
- Support the management of a portfolio of air quality work, the delivery of statutory duties relating to air quality and certain, agreed, Mayoral projects and programmes.
- Assist in the management of air quality projects that are carried out either internally and externally, either for the Authority or by the Authority on behalf of other organisations, including procuring and managing consultants and contractors.
- Assist in the development and maintenance of communications on technical and policy matters with international organisations, Government departments, the London Boroughs, and other organisations in the public, private and voluntary sectors.
- Establish and maintain good working relationships within and outside the Authority and with the GLA Functional Bodies in order to ensure that opportunities for integration and inter-disciplinary working are realised.
- Contribute to the provision of advice, written and oral, to the Mayor and his staff, senior managers, Members of the Assembly, and Functional Bodies, GLA staff, government departments, London-based and national organisations on environmental matters.
- Prepare responses to questions and correspondence to the Mayor and from Assembly members, Government departments and other organisations in the public, private and voluntary sectors.
- Build and maintain an up-to-date awareness of legislative, technical and policy changes in the air quality field.
- Support the development of policy, projects, and programmes that meet the mayoral strategy and are capable of evaluation to demonstrate success.
- Realise the benefits of London's diversity by understanding and responding to the diverse needs and aspirations of London's communities.
To be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria:
- Experience in the field of air quality, sustainable transport, or related environmental policy.
- Ability to analyse and interpret air quality issues and data in relation to urban areas, including causes, effects, and possible solutions.
- Ability to use a range of office and statistical software including word processing and spreadsheet packages. Ability to use statistical software is desirable, but not essential.
- Experience undertaking project-based work and preparing clear and concise reports, presentations, and briefings on complex and sensitive issues for a range of different audiences.
Problem Solving
is analysing and interpreting situations from a variety of viewpoints and finding creative, workable, and timely solutions.
Level 2 Indicators of Effective Performance:
- Processes and distils a variety of information to understand a problem fully
- Proposes options for solutions to presented problems
- Builds on the ideas of others to encourage creative problem solving
- Thinks laterally about own work, considering different ways to approach problems
- Seeks the opinions and experiences of others to understand different approaches to problem solving
is gathering intelligence (information, opinion, and data) from varied sources, making sense of it, testing its validity, and drawing conclusions that can lead to practical benefits.
Level 2 Indicators of Effective Performance:
- Proactively seeks new information sources to progress research agendas and address gaps in knowledge
- Grasps limitations of or assumptions behind data sources, disregarding those that lack quality
- Analyses and integrates qualitative and quantitative data to find new insights
- Translates research outcomes into concise, meaningful reports
- Identifies relevant and practical research questions for the future
is thinking ahead, managing time, priorities, and risk, and developing structured and efficient approaches to deliver work on time and to a high standard.
Level 2 Indicators of Effective Performance:
- Prioritises work in line with key team or project deliverables
- Makes contingency plans to account for changing work priorities, deadlines, and milestones
- Identifies and consults with sponsors or stakeholders in planning work
- Pays close attention to detail, ensuring team's work is delivered to a high standard
- Negotiates realistic timescales for work delivery, ensuring team deliverables can be met
is developing rapport and working effectively with a diverse range of people, sharing knowledge and skills to deliver shared goals.
Level 2 Indicators of Effective Performance:
- Identifies opportunities for joint working to minimise duplication and deliver shared goals
- Develops new professional relationships
- Understands the needs of others, the constraints they face and the levers to their engagement
- Understands differences, anticipates areas of conflict, and takes action
- Fosters an environment where others feel respected
How to apply
If you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following:
- Up to date CV
- Personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words.
Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the 'CV and Cover Letters' section' of the form, ensuring you address the technical requirements and competencies in your Personal Statement.
Word or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (E.g., "CV - applicant name - 012345)
As part of GLA's continuing commitment to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer we will be removing personal identifiable information from CVs and Personal Statements that could cause discrimination.
If you have questions about the role
If you wish to talk to someone about the role, the hiring manager Matthew Browning would be happy to speak to you. Please contact them at
If you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact the who support the GLA with recruitment.
Assessment process
Once you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel.
If shortlisted, you'll be invited to an interview.
The interview dates are: 24th and 25th July on MS Teams.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
London's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share.
Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria . click apply for full job details
Company
Greater London Authority (GLA)
Location
London
Employment Hours
Full Time
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary