Policy Official B3

Edinburgh - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Job description

This is a key post for the delivery of current and emerging policy supporting on farm nature restoration which is one of the five objectives of agriculture reform. This post involves maintaining delivery of current agri-environment policy and working with others across the Directorate in developing future agri-environment policy in the context of the Agriculture Reform addition the post holder assists in integrating agricultural policy in particularly on the environment with colleagues across government including EnFor and NatureScot as well as liaising with external stakeholders such as Environment Link NFUS and Scottish Land and Estates.

Responsibilities

Lead on organic farming policy the introduction PfG to at least double to amount of organic land in Scotland by 2026.
Lead on policy aspects for delivery and operation of Agri-Environment Climate Scheme in 2026-27
Work closely with colleagues in APD and RPID on the Agriculture Reform Programme including future agri-environment measures.
Work closely with colleagues to represent agri-environment interests in associated policies such as Cleaner Air for Scotland soil and water quality policy.

Qualifications

Working pattern

This role is a temporary position with an expected commitment of 9 months.

How to apply

Applications for this position will only be accepted from substantive B3 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).

Vacancies close at 12:00pm on Monday 9th March.

Selection Process

All candidates will be invited to an informal discussion with the hiring manager. There will be no formal testing or assessment.

Informal discussion dates to be confirmed.

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DescriptionJob descriptionThis is a key post for the delivery of current and emerging policy supporting on farm nature restoration which is one of the five objectives of agriculture reform. This post involves maintaining delivery of current agri-environment policy and working with others across the ...