Commercial Procurement Service (CPS) Compliance Team Administrative Support Officer

PERSON SPECIFICATION

NOTES TO JOB APPLICANTS
1. You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question, how, and to what extent you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria, where relevant.

2. You must demonstrate how you meet the criteria by the closing date for applications, unless the criteria state otherwise.

3. The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is outlined in the table below.

4. Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below, using the information provided by you on your application form.

5. Please note that the Selection Panel reserves the right to shortlist only those applicants that it believes most strongly meet the criteria for the role.

6. In the event of an excessive number of applications, the Selection Panel also reserves the right to apply any desirable criteria as outlined in Section 3 at shortlisting, in which case these will be applied in the order listed. It is important therefore that you also clearly demonstrate on your application form on how you meet any desirable criteria.

Section 1 - Essential Criteria

The following are essential criteria which will initially be measured at the shortlisting stage and which may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage . You should therefore make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

Factor Essential Criteria Method of Assessment Qualifications/

Experience
Hold an NVQ Level 3, BTEC National or two 'A' levels or equivalent or higher examination qualifications and have two years' demonstrable experience of working in an administrative role in an office environment to include the practical use of computers;

OR

have four years' demonstrable experience of working in an administrative role in an office environment to include the practical use of computers.

Have demonstrable experience in the supervision of staff.

Have demonstrable experience of working to strict timetables and deadlines, with accuracy and attention to detail.

Demonstrable experience of using Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel to produce accurate documents and maintain records/trackers.

Demonstrable experience of organising and servicing meetings, including diary management, collating papers and taking accurate notes/minutes as required.

Demonstrable experience of logging, prioritising and tracking correspondence/actions, highlighting urgent issues and target dates to senior staff.

Shortlisting by Application Form

Knowledge
Knowledge of the importance of adhering to policies and procedures relating to confidentiality, record keeping and information governance.


Shortlisting by Application Form

Other

The successful candidate will be required:

to have access to a suitable vehicle (appropriately maintained and insured for Education Authority business) that will enable them to carry out the mobility requirements of the post in an efficient and effective manner and thus meet this essential criterion;

OR

be able to provide sufficient information on the application form that will satisfy the employer that he/she has access to an appropriate alternative form of transport that will enable them to carry out the mobility requirements of the post in an efficient and effective manner and thus meet this essential criterion.

Shortlisting by Application Form

Section 2 - Essential Criteria

The following are additional essential criteria which will be measured during the interview/selection stage in line with EA's Game Changing People Model .

Factor Essential Criteria Method of Assessment Knowledge
Demonstrable knowledge of the Education Authority (EA) governance environment, including the importance of compliance with policies, procedures and controls.

Demonstrable knowledge of confidentiality and appropriate handling of sensitive information, including maintaining records in line with relevant guidance and retention requirements.

Demonstrable knowledge of office administrative systems and processes, including maintaining logs/trackers and the importance of accurate, timely record keeping and version control.

Interview

Skills/

Abilities
In line with EA's Game Changing People Model we will look for evidence of:

Good organisational skills and ability to manage a busy workload, prioritising tasks to deliver outputs on time.

Flexibility to respond to changing demands and re-prioritise at short notice.

Ability to communicate effectively and build positive working relationships within a team and with customers.

Ability to use initiative to resolve routine problems, seeking guidance and escalating issues appropriately when required.

A customer focused approach to work, providing a responsive and professional service.

Competent ICT skills, including practical use of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.

Ability to work to a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Interview

Values Orientation
Evidence of how your experience and approach to work reflect EA's ethos and values. You will find information about our Values here .

Interview

Section 3 - Desirable Criteria

Some or all of the desirable criteria may be applied by the Selection Panel in order to determine a manageable pool of candidates. Desirable criteria will be applied in the order listed. You should make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet the desirable criteria, as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

Factor Desirable Criteria Method of Assessment Experience
Demonstrable experience of working in a procurement/compliance environment in a public sector organisation or regulated setting.

Shortlisting by Application Form

Our Values

Through the selection process we will also seek evidence that the personal values of candidates align with those of the EA. This will include evidence of commitment to equality and excellence in service delivery. These reflect our aim which is to meet the needs of all our children and young people equally, removing barriers to learning and ensuring equality of access to excellent education services so that every child can develop to his or her full potential.

DISCLOSURE OF CRIMINAL BACKGROUND

The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people or in specified places as 'regulated activity'.

In the event that you are recommended for appointed to a post that involves 'regulated activity', the Education Authority will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background. Please note that you WILL be expected to meet the cost of an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Details of how to make payment will be sent to you at the pre-employment stage.

Further information can be accessed at NI Direct or the Department of Justice.

APPLICANT GUIDANCE NOTES

To view the applicant guidance notes, please click here .

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The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer.