Project Support Officer

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Cloud solutions, Automatic Number Plate recognition systems, Crown Prosecution e-files, virtual desktop infrastructure'¦ gone are the days when IT was seen as a 'support function'. IT is a critical enabler supporting front line policing, crime investigation and linking with partners such as the criminal justice service. We have now combined the expertise from both Thames Valley Police and Hampshire Constabulary into a single department servicing both forces. If you want a role with a genuine sense of purpose, a more interactive and engaging experience, and a unique opportunity to shape our future technology - we believe you've found it.

The role

You'll be our resident authority on programme and project management processes, giving guidance on procedures, tools and techniques to Project Managers and their teams. You'll develop, produce and maintain time, resource, cost and exception plans; track progress and performance; and keep a record of lessons learned from each project. In effect, you'll be responsible for providing Project Office Services, supporting project control boards, project assurance teams and quality review meetings.

The essentials

-A good range of skills in ICT technologies and knowledge of ICT project development, methodology, terminology and implementation lifecycles.

-A good grasp of project planning and control techniques; progress reporting methods; and programme/project management principles e.g. Prince 2.

-Knowledge of all relevant industry, corporate and professional standards.

In return, you'll be joining an organisation that truly values its people, reflected in our range of benefits, positive culture and flexible working opportunities.

To apply online please visit our website by clicking the APPLY button.

The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 5th October 2014.

We are keen to recruit people with a wide range of skills and experiences and an understanding of cultural issues. We are particularly encouraging people to join us from black, Asian and other minority ethnic communities who are under represented in the Force.