Senior Advisor - Future Agriculture - Environmental Land Management - 31666

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Senior Advisor - Future Agriculture - Environmental Land Management - 31666

The Environment Agency is committed to an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We value diversity and strive to create a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment for all staff.

Overview
Engage with Defra, delivery bodies and the agriculture sector to influence the design and delivery of Environmental Land Management (ELM) schemes, with a focus on Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier (CSHT). Deliver key CSHT products for the Farming and Countryside Programme and contribute to continuous improvement of the scheme to support our EA2030 strategy and government targets for water, environment and climate.

Responsibilities

  • Provide advice in meetings, manage commissions, and oversee programme milestones.
  • Identify future risks and resource requirements; work across teams and organisations with senior leaders to articulate a CSHT scheme aligned with outcomes.
  • Influence the design and delivery of incentives within the wider context of regulatory reform and government reviews related to water, environment and climate.
  • Deliver and continuously improve CSHT products in the Farming and Countryside Programme.
  • Contribute to the Environment Agency’s response to policy developments and strategic work related to agricultural reform.

Experience/Skills Required

  • Experience of Agriculture and working with Defra and other statutory bodies is essential.
  • Politically aware with excellent communication and networking skills.
  • Understanding of environmental sensitivities related to significant agriculture sector reform.
  • Experience interpreting/evaluating evidence to propose risk-based solutions for challenging problems.
  • Ability to prioritise and deliver complex work; self-starter who actively develops and advances ideas.

Ideal Candidate Capabilities

  • Shapes Organisational Approach & Delivery
  • Achieves Results
  • Seeing the Bigger Picture
  • Focuses on Customers and Partners
  • Delivers Results Through Others

Location and Working Arrangements
EA Office base location but flexible/hybrid working in England is available. Some travel/overnights may be required. We use smart tools to stay connected and reduce travel.

Application and Selection

  • Applications are blind assessed using answers to competency questions.
  • Interviews are expected via MS Teams two weeks after the closing date.
  • If you are applying from the Civil Service, note that the Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant upon appointment. Guidance on continuous service may apply if you currently work in local government or other listed bodies.

Disability and Equality
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Flexible working patterns are welcome, including job share. We guarantee an interview to applicants with a disability meeting the minimum criteria.

Contact

  • Kate Bayley: kate.bayley@environment-agency.gov.uk
  • D-J Gent: dj.gent@environment-agency.gov.uk

We are an Environment Agency, a Non-Departmental Public Body, and operate within Central Government procurement frameworks.

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Location:
Uttoxeter, England, United Kingdom
Salary:
£100,000 - £125,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Management & Operations

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