Operations Officer (Census 2031) -B2

This opportunity is only open to applicants who are currently 'Priority Movers'. Applications from individuals not currently on the Priority Mover list will be rejected and not considered.

Do you want to shape the delivery of Scotland’s Census, enabling governments and other public bodies to plan the services we all rely on, and telling the story of Scotland's people for generations to come? If so, this post could be for you.

We are the trusted producer of Scotland’s population statistics, including taking the Census of Scotland’s population every 10 years. The next Census is in 2031 and will be delivered in partnership with the Office for National Statistics (ONS) and Northern Ireland Statistics & Research Agency (NISRA). This is one of the largest digital programmes delivered in Scotland, gathering data from every household across a population of c.5.7m. Census data is used by government, local authorities, health boards, the third and private sectors to plan national and local services and informs the allocation of billions of pounds of UK and Scottish Government public funds each year.

As part of a large and complex programme of work, you will support the development and delivery of operational readiness activities for Scotland's Census 2031.

You should note that Scotland’s Census is a time limited project which will run until 2031 depending on the role. Staff who are on permanent contracts will remain with NRS after this time whilst a new, suitable role is found. Please contact the line manager named in this advert if you have any further questions.

Responsibilities

• Support Operational Managers in planning and delivering operational readiness activities.
• Coordinate actions, risks, issues and dependencies across operational workstreams.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of operational processes, procedures, guidance and documentation.
• Support testing, rehearsal and readiness activities, ensuring actions and lessons learned are captured and tracked.
• Produce, analyse and present management information to support operational decision making.
• Monitor progress against plans and help identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support operational governance activities including reporting, meetings and action tracking.
• Contribute to workforce planning, training, communications and capability activities as required.
• Assist in the management of operational risks and incidents, ensuring issues are appropriately escalated.
• Support the delivery of continuous improvement initiatives across operational services.
• Work flexibly across operational priorities to support programme delivery.

Working pattern

This role is a permanent level transfer position.

How to Apply

Applications for this position will only be accepted from substantive B2 employees.

Please submit a statement outlining your suitability for the role, relevant skills and experience, and what you would bring to the team (maximum 500 words).

Selection Process

All candidates will be invited to an informal discussion with the Hiring Manager.

Informal discussion dates tbc.

Further Information

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