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SalaryCYNLLUN YFORY 2024 - Gwynedd Council Graduate Scheme
Digital Transformation Professional Trainee
Cynllun Yfory is a unique opportunity for anyone with a degree or a qualification which is equivalent or higher to develop a career at Gwynedd Council.
The scheme is an unique opportunity for a Professional Trainee to understand more about working in local government by getting various practical experiences from all levels of the organisation, to develop essential skills in the estates management area, to develop their networks across the Council and beyond while at the same time gaining a Leading Digital Transformation MSc (University of South Wales) / Information Systems and Digital Innovation MSc (Loughborough University).
We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate with a commitment to developing strong interpersonal and technical skills in the digital area. The Professional Trainee will lead on a number of projects linked to the plan using Agile management methods to drive projects forward in the role of manager or project leader.
If you’ve ever thought that you would like to work for Gwynedd Council and be a part of a special workforce, then Cynllun Yfory is perfect for you.
For more information, please click on this link
There will be a link to the information pack, which provides detailed information about the scheme and guidelines for you to complete your application successfully.
For an informal discussion, please contact Laura Evans - LauraElaineEvans@gwynedd.llyw.cymru 01286 679825
Gwynedd Council operates internally through the medium of Welsh, and offers all its services bilingually. The applicant will be required to reach the linguistic level noted as one of the essential skills in the Person Specification.
We encourage everyone who applies for a job with Gwynedd Council to submit job applications in Welsh or bilingually.
(Applications submitted in English only or Welsh only will always be treated equally, but we ask applicants to consider carefully what the linguistic requirements of the job in question is and if it would be more appropriate to submit an application in Welsh.)
Closing date: 25.04.24 (12 o’clock)
Application forms and further details available from, Support Service, Gwynedd Council, Council Offices, Caernarfon, LL55 1SH
Tel: 01286 679076
E-Mail: swyddi@gwynedd.llyw.cymru
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
ESSENTIAL
We are seeking individuals who have the appropriate attitude and behaviours, and can demonstrate their desire and motivation to work for local government.
- Show the potential to be an expert and a leader
- Delivering work of the highest quality
- Callaborate with people effectively
- Ready to challenge
- Prioritise well-being
- Show a high level of self awareness
- Driving Licence
QUALIFICATIONS AND RELEVANT TRAINING
ESSENTIAL
You must have or are expected to be awarded a 2:2 degree or higher.
Your degree should be in a subject which is relevant to the field - in a digitally oriented, technical, business or management discipline.. You are qualified to apply whenever you graduated.
You hold a GCSE Grade C or above in Mathematics, Welsh, English and Science
ESSENTIAL
ESSENTIAL
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
LISTENING AND SPEAKING - HIGHER LEVEL
Able to follow a conversation or discussion through the medium of Welsh and English on a professional level and discuss general day to day topics in the field in order to present information and express opinions.
Able to give a pre-prepared presentation and respond to any comments and questions on it in Welsh or English.
READING AND COMPREHENSION - HIGHER LEVEL
Able to understand standard written Welsh and English; both formal and informal.
Able to gather information from various sources such as letters, reports, articles through the medium of Welsh and English in order to fulfil the post.
WRITING - HIGHER LEVEL
Present written information confidently by letter, more detailed and technical report formats, and respond to written requests conveying information, ideas and opinion in Welsh and English (help is available to check the work).
Purpose of the Post
Ensure that the people of Gwynedd are at the heart of everything we do.
Supporting the Digital Plan (2023/2028) which will include all the functions that arise as a result.
Responsibility for functions . e.g. staff, budgets, equipment
Main Duties
The Council has presented a Digital Plan (2023/2028) which presents 29 new projects. An internal team will lead on this Plan. The Professional Trainee will lead on a number of projects linked to the plan using Agile management methods to drive projects forward in the role of manager or project leader;
Lead on a number of projects in Gwynedd Council's Digital Plan (2023/2028);
Undertake the role of user researcher on key projects;
Join local and national networks to apply for opportunities to attract further financial support to push digital entrepreneurship projects forward;
Prepare evidence-based business cases and progress reports;
Insight into a number of the Council's services to identify where digital innovation can contribute to improvements and/or savings;
Input to the Council's digital plans;
Close collaboration with the Information Technology Service Management Team and the Authority's Digital Boards;
Opportunities to develop digital skills in a wide range of digital technology.
Explore the principles and practices of information systems and digital innovation
As a member of staff at Gwynedd Council, you have the following responsibilities:
Responsibility for self-development.
Ensure compliance with Health and Safety rules in the workplace in accordance with the responsibilities noted in the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Council’s Health and Safety Policy.
Operate within the Council’s policies in relation to equal opportunities and equality.
Responsible for managing information in accordance with the Council’s information management guidelines. Ensure that personal information is treated in accordance with Data Protection legislation.
Commitment to reducing the Council’s carbon emissions in accordance with the Carbon Management Plan, and to encourage others to act positively towards reducing the Council’s Carbon Footprint.
Undertake any other reasonable duty which corresponds to the salary level and responsibility level of the job.
Responsibility to report any concern or suspicion that a child or vulnerable adult is being abused
