Job Description

Job Description The Environment Agency EA are committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We dont just talk about diversity we seek it, embrace it, and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities, and our environment. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a talented team at the forefront of informing future agriculture policy and improving the way the Environment Agency regulates farming. We are looking for a strategic thinker and someone with a proved track record of delivery to lead our agriculture Future Regulation and Enforcement Team. You will build positive relationships with Defra and other government departments, delivery partners, the farming sector and our own operational delivery teams which will help you to develop and take forward ideas to improve the way that we regulate agriculture to drive compliance with regulations. Youll lead a team of technical experts preparing evidence and testing approaches to support design and delivery of future agriculture policy. You will be encouraged to be an inquisitive leader to deliver positive improvement for agriculture, driving innovation in your team and more widely. Some knowledge of agricultural regulation is desirable, but not essential. The team You will be part of the Agriculture and Land team in the Environment and Business Directorate. We are passionate about agriculture and work alongside others to deliver good environmental outcomes and better regulation in the sector. We are equally passionate about our people and foster a welcoming, supportive, and rewarding work environment where everyone feels valued and included. Though a dispersed team, we take time to develop strong working relationships by sharing learning and experience. Experienceskills Required You will Be politically astute with excellent communication and networking skills that enable you to establish strong and influential relationships with internal and external partners to promote and enhance the Environment Agencys goals and reputation. Have experience of informing and influencing government departments or stakeholders. Have strong leadership skills, an inclusive approach and the ability to harness ideas and support from others to help you take ideas forward. Understand the environmental sensitivities and impacts associated with regulation of agriculture and be able to develop approaches accordingly. Youll have a range of development opportunities and appropriate training will be provided. Contact and additional information Youll have an incident management objective in your development plan. Well support you to find an incident role to suit your needs and circumstances. Appropriate training will be given. Youll have an EA Office base location, as a national role the working location is flexible. We use smart tools to stay connected and reduce travel, some travel and overnights may be required. Please see Candidate Additional Information Pack for more information. Any queries, contact nicola.rileyenvironmentagency.gov.uk Applications are blind assessed using your answers to the competency questions. Interviews will be held via MS Teams within two weeks of the closing date. If you consent to being held on a reserve list, well hold your details for 6 months and may offer you an alternative post. Competence 1 Leads People Description Provides leadership that inspires and motivates others to achieve their personal goals and the goals of the Environment Agency. Using an example, describe how you have inspired and motivated others to achieve a challenging goal. Competence 2 Influences and Persuades Others Description Presenting a case in a convincing and attractive way that will win people over, encouraging them to follow plans willingly often succeeding where logic and reason alone would fail. Give an example of where you have effectively influenced a key partner e.g. Defra, a government department or a stakeholder to achieve an important outcome. Competence 3 Focuses on Efficiency, Innovation and Quality Description Identifies and seizes the opportunity to create, introduce and implement new or improved methods, processes and without, compromising quality or accuracy. Please describe how you have developed and delivered a new or improved approach and the benefits this had to your team or organisation. 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 NonDepartmental 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 httpswww.gov.ukgovernmentpublicationsbecomeacrowncommercialservicesupplierbecomingasupplierthroughthecrowncommercialservicewhatyouneedtoknow for more information.

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