Job Description
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Project Support Officer22.5 hours per week, Fixed Term for 5 Years£19,830 – £21,672 Per Annum (inclusive of £1,822 Distant Islands Allowance)
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Support Officer to join the Assets and Infrastructure team within Comhairle nan Eilean Siar. The post will support the delivery of major capital projects, in the first instance the Barra & Vatersay Community Campus project, helping to ensure projects are completed within agreed programme, cost and quality parameters.
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Working closely with the Senior Project Delivery Manager and project delivery team, you will provide comprehensive administrative, business and project support across a range of high-profile projects. Duties will include coordinating meetings and governance activities, maintaining project documentation, supporting financial and procurement processes, preparing reports and assisting with stakeholder engagement.
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You will have excellent organisational, communication and IT skills, including a good understanding of Microsoft 365 applications. The ability to manage competing priorities, work effectively both independently and as part of a team, and maintain confidentiality is essential. Applicants should be educated to degree level or possess equivalent relevant office experience.
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This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and motivated individual to develop their experience within a dynamic project environment while contributing to projects that will deliver lasting benefits across the Outer Hebrides.
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Flexible and hybrid working arrangements are available, subject to service needs and operational requirements.
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Appointment to the post is fixed term for 5 years.
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Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
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Closing Date: Monday 19 October 2026
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Salary for the above post is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance. Appointment to the post will be on the first point of the grade.
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Please note that sponsorship is not available, or being offered, in connection to this post.
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Guidance Notes for Applicants will explain our recruitment process and how to complete key information on your application so that you have the best chance of showcasing your skills and experience.
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Job Description and Person Specification must be read in order to complete the ‘Experience’ part of the application. You should refer to the person specification and detail where you meet each of the criteria and provide relevant examples of this in your application.
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If either of the attachments mentioned above are missing or cannot be opened, please email human.resources@cne-siar.gov.uk to request copies before applying for this position.
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