About
Employer description
Norfolk Wildlife Trust is the oldest Wildlife Trust in the country. The purchase of 400 acres of marsh at Cley on the north Norfolk coast in 1926 to be held ‘in perpetuity as a bird breeding sanctuary’ provided a blueprint for nature conservation which has now been replicated across the UK.
Our vision for Norfolk: where the future of wildlife is protected and enhanced through sympathetic management and people are connected with and inspired by Norfolk’s wildlife and wild spaces.
Main description
We are seeking an ICT Data Engineer to work mainly on a project for a fixed term of 1 year as a key member of our ICT Team to provide the management, co-ordination and development of the Trust's data and systems, supporting teams across the Trust in cleansing existing data, and implementing new data structures.
You will be expected to lead in the management of data and data structures across the Trust, including the approach for archived information including hard copies of files. You will identify opportunities to improve systems, policies, processes and data quality, and manage projects to implement new solutions and tools to improve performance in collaboration with the relevant teams.
The ideal candidate will:
have experience of maintaining data storage solutions and of managing and optimising data.
have an understanding of, and experience with, Windows Server including systems infrastructure and its impact for data management and file sharing.
have a high level of computer literacy with additional high competence in using Microsoft tools and software, especially SharePoint.
be able to prepare ICT procedures and guidance for users and lead with the implementation and adoption by NWT users of NWT's ICT procedures regarding data management.
have good communication skills.
A clear interest in and sympathy for nature conservation and the work of the NWT will be a distinct advantage.
The role is 5 days (35 hours) per week, however part-time hours or a variation to this working pattern will be considered for the right candidate.
Entry requirements and skills
Essential:
• Experience of managing and optimising data
• Experience of maintaining data storage solutions
• Knowledge in exploring and testing new digital technologies and assessing their
value.
• An awareness of opportunities for innovation for new data tools and uses of data
across the trust
• An understanding of, and experience with Windows Server including systems
infrastructure and its impact for data management and file sharing.
• An understanding and ability with software troubleshooting
• A demonstrable high level of computer literacy with additional high competence in
using Microsoft tools and software, especially SharePoint.
• A confident and proactive problem solver with a willingness to take responsibility,
use initiative and be adaptive in order to achieve goals.
• The ability to work effectively individually and as a team member, working with both
internal and external partners.
• Excellent organisational skills, able to work under pressure and experience in
managing multiple projects simultaneously, with delivery on time and within budget to
meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail and
the ability to communicate and influence a range of audiences in person, and via
written information.
• Open to sharing knowledge and enthusiastic to support the learning and upskilling of
staff and volunteers.
Desirable:
• Project management and / or business analysis experience and / or qualifications.
• Knowledge of and experience with SQL Server
• A strong commitment to nature conservation and the work of Norfolk Wildlife Trust.
The role is 5 days (35 hours) per week, however part-time hours or a variation to this working pattern will be considered for the right candidate.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 5pm on 31st December 2024.
Interested?
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How to apply
Candidates should apply by sending a copy of their CV, giving full details of education, employment and experience. Please also supply details of two referees. You should also include a statement of application outlining why you consider yourself suitable for the post and what particular experience, skills and attributes you have which will enable you to fulfil the requirements of the job. It would help the selection panel if you refer to the duties and requirements of the job description enclosed in framing your statement.
Completed applications should be marked 'Private and Confidential' and e-mailed to recruitment@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk or be posted to Recruitment Applications, Norfolk Wildlife Trust, Bewick House, 22 Thorpe Road, Norwich, NR1 1RY.
We will be reviewing applications as they come in and inviting candidates to interview on a rolling basis, with the aim of appointing to the post as early as possible.
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 31/12/2024
Salary
£22,750 - £23,500 FTE pa
Location
This job is located in Norwich, Norfolk
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West Suffolk College is an ambitious vocational and academic College, with a stunning main campus set in the heart of Bury St Edmunds. We are committed to providing outstanding education to all our students.
