NCEA Land Access Database Technical Lead - 31738

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NCEA Land Access Database Technical Lead - 31738 We promote an inclusive culture and welcome all applicants including disabled, LGBT+ or Black Asian and Minority Ethnicities. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in delivering an operationally vital part of the Environment Agency’s Natural Capital and Ecosystem Assessment (NCEA) Programme — a flagship initiative shaping how we understand and manage the water environment. The Programme supports Defra's wider NCEA programme in building a groundbreaking evidence base on the state and value of our natural environment and ecosystems to transform environmental decision-making in England. As a technical specialist for the Land Access Database – a new database which stores landowner’s details of sites we want to monitor, you will provide oversight for all aspects of landowner access for the monitoring networks within the programme. You will maintain landowner data, complying with Environment Agency and legal requirements. You will work alongside specialists in operations to ensure delivery aligns with programme goals and timelines, while maintaining strong working relationships across teams. We’re looking for someone who brings energy, initiative, and tenacity. We are seeking someone with experience of working with geospatial data, interacting with internal and external customers and managing datasets. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to gain hands-on experience in managing and governing a key dataset, while actively contributing to a culture of learning, adaptation, and continuous enhancement. The teamThe post will work with the EA’s NCEA Operations team who implement the 11 new monitoring networks. We have a strong team dynamic and believe in the development and support of our staff. The team work collaboratively with the wider Environment Agency and beyond and as such this is a great role to see the breadth of what the Environment Agency does. Experience/skills Required This would be a great opportunity for anyone interested in driving a data management project that will bring about transformative change in environmental management and decision making. It is a good opportunity to develop networks; develop skills of working in projects and programmes; and work with a range of colleagues and partners. The successful candidate will:
Work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the best possible access arrangements for our monitoring networks. Have strong data management and GIS skills, maintaining landowner datasets and spatial analysis NCEA networks. Provide expert technical leadership through training, guidance, and optimisation of data management processes. Work both independently and collaboratively to troubleshoot challenges in access and programme delivery. Be adaptable and proactive, responding effectively to evolving priorities.
Contact and additional information This post sits within the National Monitoring – Fish and Ecology team. We promote an inclusive culture and welcome all applicants including disabled, LGBT+ or Black Asian and Minority Ethnic. As this is a national role the working location is flexible, but you’ll have an EA office base location. Some travel and overnight stays will be required. You’ll have an incident management objective in your development plan. We’ll support you to find a role to suit your needs and circumstances. Appropriate training will be given. Please see Candidate / Additional Information Pack for information. Any queries, contact mike.fraser@environment-agency.gov.uk or adam.akers@environment-agency.gov.uk If you consent to being held on a reserve list, we’ll hold your details for 6 months and may offer you an alternative post. Length of contractUp to 2 years Competencies Competence 1: Takes Decisions and Solves ProblemsDescribes the ability to find and deliver optimal solutions by effectively analysing information, probing to develop alternatives and taking sound and timely decisions. You may be asked to describe a time when you used experience to identify problems, develop solutions and make decisions. Competence 2: Data and Information ManagementCollects, analyses, interprets, records, manages, develops and shares data appropriately for a variety of purposes. You may be asked to describe a time when you collected, managed and shared data and ensured quality and safe storage. Competence 3: Influences and Persuades OthersAbility to present a case persuasively to win support for plans and goals. Competence 4: Focuses on Customers and PartnersAddresses needs of internal and external customers, provides rapid and effective responses. You may be asked to describe how you managed conflicting needs and delivered commitments. Note: If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. We are committed to diversity and inclusive working patterns, including flexible working and job share where possible. We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability. Artificial intelligence disclaimer: AI can be a useful tool to support your application, however all examples and statements provided must be truthful and taken from your own experience. We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Greater Lincolnshire, England, United Kingdom
Job Type:
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