Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Tuesday 26 November 2024
Reference: 0865-24
About the Role
The External Funding & Contracts function procures and manages all of the college’s subcontracted delivery, identifies funding opportunities, supports the college to prepare strong proposals to secure external funding, and works with curriculum and support departments to ensure the effective delivery of funded projects and programmes. The function has had a particularly successful year and is expanding.
About the Candidate
The Contracts Officer role involves working with the Head of External Funding & Contracts, the Contracts Manager and other managers across the Group to ensure the requirements of externally funded contracts are fulfilled, contract delivery is compliant and income is maximised. Successful stakeholder relationship management both internally and externally are a critical part of the role.
About EPNE
At Education Partnership North East, we are passionate about transforming lives through education. As a leading education provider in the North East of England, comprising of Sunderland College, Northumberland College and Hartlepool Sixth Form College we are committed to providing outstanding teaching and learning experiences that help our students to achieve their full potential; and we are ambitious. We are currently the top performing General Further Education college in the North East for 16-19 student achievement and ranked 2nd nationally.
We have a strong college community and encourage our staff and students to be their authentic selves, be respectful of others and to be innovative in how they deliver an excellent student experience by creating an exciting future for everyone working and studying across the group.
As an employer, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture where our staff can thrive. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to investing in their development and wellbeing.
What’s in it for You?
At EPNE you’ll also be part of a culture that prioritizes your development and wellbeing, which is why all employees receive an extensive benefits package.
Enjoy a generous holiday allowance (35-48 days per year, plus public holidays), free parking on most campuses, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme or Teacher Pensions Scheme, dependent on role. Our myLifestyle staff benefits platform provides additional benefits that include a cycle to work scheme, and retail discounts. We offer dental and health cash plans, and eye test vouchers. We support staff wellbeing through a dedicated Wellbeing Adviser, and a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
Due to the nature of this post you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check.
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