Ferries Policy Manager
Ferries Policy Manager
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Job Description
Are you ready to set sail on your next adventure in this exciting Ferries Policy role
This post sits within the Ferries Strategy team and is part of the wider Ferries Directorate which is responsible for all of the Scottish Governments subsidised ferry services. The Strategy teams main responsibility is for the production and delivery of the Islands Connectivity Plan which promotes connectivity and transport links to Scotlands island communities. The Plan is expected to provide the core programme for the team for at least the next 2-3 years.
You will build and maintain strong relationships with a wide range of both internal and external stakeholders and lead policy projects.
You will be a conscientious worker who is comfortable working on their own initiative as well as working as part of a team. The post offers the opportunity to apply and further develop a range of analytical and interpersonal skills while providing opportunity to contribute to wider policy and strategy development as well as project delivery across the directorate and Transport Scotland.
There will be a requirement to travel on the ferries network from time to time as part of consultation and engagement work and this is likely to require one or more nights away from home.
Responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for designing and developing a number of policy projects within the scope of the Islands Connectivity post holder will expected to input to determining the teams future work programme and through the annual review process be able to shape their own role in delivering that programme. Specific tasks envisaged to be commenced in the first 12 months in post are:
- Procurement and contract management of a call-off contract for the community needs assessments for Outer Hebrides transport connectivity. This work will include preparing required procurement documents such as business case and services brief securing finance and procurement approvals arranging award of the call-off contract monitoring and managing the delivery of the work including reviewing and signing-off outputs participating in engagement preparing advice to management and Ministers on project outcomes and next steps.
- Leading a review of ferry freight including fares. In particular developing and assessing options for the costs of carrying freight to islands to be shared differently between users developers and government. This will require engagement with a range of stakeholders including island and mainland businesses and industry groups hauliers ferry and shipping operators Scottish Government officials and public agencies such as HIE. Support will be available from Transport Scotland policy and analytical colleagues. This task will also support to the C2 Head of Ferries Policy in leading the Directorates role in managing the demands for increased freight shipments to support some specific major development projects on islands.
- Leading the development of a new Ferries Communication and Engagement particular delivering a commitment made in the recently published Islands Connectivity Plan Strategic Approach to Establish and publish agreed protocols for engagement and communication for TS Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd and the ferry operators including the role of the communities their representatives and key stakeholders. This will require liaison with colleagues across the Directorate and with CMAL ferry operators and communities and their representatives including local authorities island ferry committees and the Ferries Communities Board.
Plans are prone to change and there will at times be new tasks to take on sometimes at short notice and for others to be paused or re-prioritised accordingly. Adaptability is an important factor for work in this team.
There is no prior experience required for this role but experience of living or working in island or other ferry dependent rural communities would bring a beneficial perspective to the team.
Responsibilities
Success Profile
Technical / Professional Skills:
- Data and Analysis and Scientific Advice - Level 1 Developing
Behaviours:
- Seeing the Big Picture - Level 3
- Communicating and Influencing - Level 3
- Woking Together - Level 3
- Delivering at Pace - Level 3
You can find out more about Success Profiles Behaviours here:Behaviour levels - Success profiles: candidate guide -
How to apply
Qualifications
The Scottish Government is the devolved government for Scotland. We have responsibility for a wide range of key policy areas including: education health the economy justice housing and transport. We offer rewarding careers and employ people across Scotland in a wide range of professions and roles.
Our staff are part of theUK Civil Service working for Ministers and senior stakeholders to deliver vital public services which improve the lives of the people of Scotland.
We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment along with a wide range of employee benefits. Find out more aboutwhat we offer.
As part of the UK Civil Service we uphold theCivil Service Nationality Rules.
Working Pattern
Our standard hours are 35 hours per week. We offer a range of flexible and hybrid working options depending on the needs of the role. If you have specific questions about the role you are applying for please contact us.
Location
This post is based inGlasgow or Edinburgh with hybrid working in line with current Transport Scotland policies. You will be expected to be office based twice per week pro rata.
Equality Statement
We are committed to equality and inclusion and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the population of our nation.
Find out more about our commitment todiversityand how we offer and supportrecruitment adjustmentsfor anyone who needs them.
Further information
Find out more about our organisation what we offer staff members and how to apply on ourCareers Website.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
