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Multi Utility - Operations Director (Water & Sewage Bias) 2 Years FTC commencing June 2013 A sub-tropical island of spectacular and beautiful landscapes in the South Atlantic with a warm and friendly population of 4,000, St Helena is a self-governing overseas territory of the UK, poised for transformation with the construction of an airport now underway. Over half of its recurrent public expenditure and 90% of capital expenditure are funded by British aid as the UK has an obligation to ensure the needs of the population are met. The operations team of 50 has responsibilities spanning electricity generation and distribution, water capture, storage, treatment and distribution, sewage disposal and capital works. Major assets include four water treatment works, a recently refitted power station and a wind farm, with an annual capital budget in the order of £3m, operating budget of approximately £5m and assets £10m. Key outputs for your vital role are the delivery of multi-utility services and a capital works programme, management of a robust Planned Preventive Maintenance programme and development of the local workforce to international best practice. It will demand hands-on operations management of the business with the potential to move further government functions into the business mix. Your particular skills should pertain to water capture, treatment, distribution and dealing with sewage. You should be a Chartered Engineer with a recognised degree in civil or water engineering or a related field and substantial post graduate experience. In this highly visible role you will need a strong engineering background with experience of water resources management that includes related legal, social and environmental issues plus the ability to develop practical solutions with limited resources. A detailed understanding of the water treatment process, quality standards, design and operation of facilities is essential along with knowledge of treatment chemistry, filtration etc. You will have previously managed a capital expenditure programme and be able to manage a diverse team nurturing relationships with contractors, customers and stakeholders. We offer an extensive benefits package with 30 days annual leave (plus travel time back to the UK) and generous income tax-free allowances for cost of living, 7.5% pension contribution, relocation, rent and utilities. An application form can be found at www.sthelenacareers.com where further information can also be found, or you may contact Kedell Worboys on 0203 170 8705 or email: shgukrep@sthelenagov.com. Applications must be received by 17 May 2013. Interviews will be held in London.
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Project Manager 2 years FTC In this challenging role you will help to revitalise this island’s complete infrastructure. A sub-tropical island of spectacular and beautiful landscapes in the South Atlantic with a warm and friendly population of 4,000, St Helena is a self-governing overseas territory of the UK, poised for transformation with the imminent construction of an airport. The 3-year Capital Programme includes energy, water and roads infrastructure projects, improvement of the Crown’s operational estate, investment in social housing and infrastructural projects to enhance tourism. As lead contact with key stakeholders you will manage a group of projects and co-ordinate project development, appraisal, implementation arrangements, approval and monitoring. It will be your role to determine where additional inputs are required from external sources, liaising with the Government of St Helena over funding requirements and priority. Ensuring full consideration is given to maintenance systems and associated budgets for individual projects from the outset, you must review and improve project documentation and help to identify and remove blockages to project delivery. You will develop and co-ordinate project teams and local project managers, drawing up and implementing training where appropriate. Having a strong management and leadership background with professional high level experience in relevant key areas, you should have substantial PM experience within an appropriate context across a range of disciplines. An excellent resources manager with strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate, you must communicate effectively at all levels with a high degree of political astuteness, achieving results through partnership working. Holding a degree and/or professional qualification in an appropriate technical discipline you will have had specialist training in project management systems such as Prince II and have good report writing and reviewing skills. You will have prepared and managed financial budgets and produced performance management reports to a Board or Committee. We offer an extensive benefits package with 30 days leave pa and which may include a contributory pension plus generous income tax-free allowances for relocation, rent and utilities. An application form can be found at www.sthelenacareers.com where further information can also be found, or you may contact Kedell Worboys on 0203 170 8705 or email: shgukrep@sthelenagov.com. Applications must be received by 24th May 2013. Interviews will be held in London. Related Documents |
Advisory Teacher (French) 3 years FTC commencing September 2013 A sub-tropical island of spectacular and beautiful landscapes in the South Atlantic with a warm and friendly population of 4,000, St Helena is a self-governing overseas territory of the UK, poised for transformation with the imminent construction of an airport. There are three primary schools and one secondary school on the island with a curriculum broadly modelled on the English system. Are you looking for a unique professional challenge in an extraordinary setting? If you have taught French to GCSE and A Level using a range of teaching styles you could support and advise the island’s teachers and trainers. You will take the lead in promoting French and other languages and develop a strategy to sustain modern foreign languages. In addition to school based classes, there will be at least one regular learning opportunity for adults aimed at providing ‘tourism French’. Qualified to degree level with a recognised UK teaching qualification, you must have a thorough knowledge of the National Curriculum requirements for French and modern foreign languages and of the Secondary Curriculum through to A Level in the UK. With excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including the use of ICT for language learning, you will have strong leadership and negotiating skills, diplomacy and sensitivity. We offer an extensive benefits package with 30 days leave pa and which may include a contributory pension plus generous income tax-free allowances for relocation, rent and utilities. An application form can be found at www.sthelenacareers.com where further information can also be found, or you may contact Kedell Worboys on 0203 170 8705 or email: shgukrep@sthelenagov.com. Applications must be received by 10th May 2013. Interviews will be held in London. Related Documents |
Advisory Teacher (ICT) 2 years FTC commencing September 2013 A sub-tropical island of spectacular and beautiful landscapes in the South Atlantic with a warm and friendly population of 4,000, St Helena is a self-governing overseas territory of the UK, poised for transformation with the imminent construction of an airport. There are three primary schools and one secondary school on the island with a curriculum broadly modelled on the English system. We are looking for a highly-motivated and fully qualified advisory teacher who can work comfortably in both primary and secondary schools. You will promote the use of ICT and any emerging technology in support of teaching and learning with training for staff through INSET meetings, on-line courses, etc. You will also teach classes in ICT and one other maths or science subject. You will contribute to Lifelong Learning programmes for ICT, working closely with ICT technicians in school and in government, for provision of ICT facilities. You must develop an effective strategy for E safety and oversee and implement distance learning programmes and online study courses. Having a thorough understanding of high quality teaching and learning through ICT, you will have an in-depth knowledge of up to date ICT practice in the UK. Your experience will cover the delivery of successful examination outcomes up to A Level in ICT, providing professional development or training and advising teachers cross phase in ICT. With excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including the use of ICT, you will embrace new technologies including video-conferencing and hand-held technologies and have the ability to demonstrate the use of a range of applications. We offer an extensive benefits package with 30 days leave pa and which may include a contributory pension plus generous income tax-free allowances for relocation, rent and utilities. An application form can be found at www.sthelenacareers.com where further information can also be found, or you may contact Kedell Worboys on 0203 170 8705 or email: shgukrep@sthelenagov.com. Applications must be received by 10th May 2013. Interviews will be held in London.Related Documents |
Early Years Education Adviser 3 years FTC commencing September 2013 A sub-tropical island of spectacular and beautiful landscapes in the South Atlantic with a warm and friendly population of 4,000, St Helena is a self-governing overseas territory of the UK, poised for transformation with the imminent construction of an airport. There are three primary schools and one secondary school on the island with a curriculum broadly modelled on the English system. As an experienced and dynamic pre-school education specialist you will have a track record in early childhood care and education and an in depth knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage in the UK. You should be able to plan and deliver training to parents, carers and professionals. Leading the strategic development and day to day practice of pre-school, nursery and reception teaching, you will work closely with managers across the Directorate and contribute to raising standards throughout primary education and offer professional advice, targeted support and training for staff in schools and community settings. Your advice and support will be valued by head teachers and other professionals on current developments in Early Years Education, especially in raising the quality of provision and improving outcomes for children. Having achieved Qualified Teacher status in the UK you will have worked in successful early years settings and trained early years staff. You will have a multi–agency background and experience of advising private and voluntary providers of early childhood care and education. Your excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, will include the use of ICT. We offer an extensive benefits package with 30 days leave pa and which may include a contributory pension plus generous income tax-free allowances for relocation, rent and utilities. An application form can be found at www.sthelenacareers.com where further information can also be found, or you may contact Kedell Worboys on 0203 170 8705 or email: shgukrep@sthelenagov.com. Applications must be received by 10th May 2013. Interviews will be held in London.Related Documents |
Environmental Consultant Ad hoc expertise on a ‘call-down’ contract A sub-tropical island of spectacular and beautiful landscapes in the South Atlantic with a warm and friendly population of 4,000, St Helena is a self-governing overseas territory of the UK, poised for transformation with the imminent construction of an airport. The Environmental Management Division (EMD) is part of a wider Environment and Natural Resources Directorate (ENRD). EMD consists of three sections covering Environmental Risk Management, Nature Conservation and Environmental Assessment and Advocacy. There is already a range of expertise available on island, but the size of the workforce carries obvious limitations. With an ongoing need to tap into ad hoc specialist environmental expertise, a ‘one-stop ‘point of contact on environmental management issues is required, with the facility to feed requests through to relevant technical experts. Such requests for advice and support will cover a wide spectrum of environmental issues including marine and terrestrial nature conservation, waste management, climate change and pollution.
With access to a range of technical expertise and the capacity to respond to short timescales, you should have already provided environmental management advice to government departments or regulatory bodies and have similar experience with other small islands. One or two visits to the island may be required. Fully costed proposals will be required by Friday 17th May 2013. Full information can be found on www.sthelenacareers.com or contact Kedell Worboys on 0203 170 8705 or email: shgukrep@sthelenagov.com.Related Documents |
ST HELENA GOVERNMENT VACANCY PROJECT MANAGER The Access Office is seeking a dynamic individual to join the team working on the Airport Project. The Project Manager will have day to day responsibility for the management and delivery of the Landscape and Ecology Mitigation Programme (LEMP). The LEMP is an environmental restoration programme that accompanies the major construction works under the Airport Project. If you have a background in project management, good communication skills and an interest in the Airport Project, this could be the job for you. Experience on similar environmental restoration projects would be an advantage but is not essential. For the full job profile and further details on the post, please contact the Access Office at the Post Office Building, Jamestown or email director.airport@sainthelena.gov.sh, tel. +290 2477. Further details are also available on our website www.sainthelenaaccess.com The closing date for applications is Friday, 3rd May 2013. Related Documents |
Socio-economist – Corporate Services 2 Years FTC commencing ASAP A sub-tropical island of spectacular and beautiful landscapes in the South Atlantic with a warm and friendly population of 4,000, St Helena is a self-governing overseas territory of the UK, poised for transformation with the imminent construction of an airport. As a member of the Programme Management Unit within the Corporate Services Directorate you will provide socio-economic evidence to underpin the island’s Capital Programme You will improve the decision-making around programme management, with socio-economic appraisal for discrete projects in support of the capital spend programme. As you carry out financial modelling, cost and economic analysis, project support, research, report writing, client and stakeholder interaction, you will support the team's business development strategy with an emphasis on commercial feasibility. Your remit will cover a range of fields including PPP/PPI advice, market studies, sector studies, feasibility studies, business plans, internal model auditing, due diligence and market research. Bsc or equivalent in a field such as economics, mathematics, business or other relevant fields, you will have a good understanding of project finance, ideally with experience in the infrastructure sector. Your background should be in economic or social project appraisal and in undertaking multiple project appraisals, so you should be familiar with project appraisal techniques and project finance documentation. Modelling experience is essential and you must have exceptional analytical and quantitative skills. You should also have the ability to analyse and interpret a range of data and information, supported by excellent report writing. With your strong analytical approach, you will produce precise, concise and coherent drafting on technical issues. Adept at explaining complex matters to non-specialists and with well-developed communication and presentation talents, you should be up to speed in participatory appraisal methods. Familiar with socio-economic research methods and application, you will have knowledge of analytical methodologies and qualitative and quantitative approaches. We offer an extensive benefits package with 30 days leave pa and which may include a contributory pension plus generous income tax-free allowances for relocation, rent and utilities. An application form can be found at www.sthelenacareers.com where further information can also be found, or you may contact Kedell Worboys on 0203 170 8705 or email: shgukrep@sthelenagov.com. Applications must be received by 17 May 2013. Interviews will be held in London. Related Documents |
Consultant Surgeon (with General Medical Officer duties) 2 year FTC commencing preferably September 2013 – a later date could be negotiated A sub-tropical island of spectacular and beautiful landscapes in the South Atlantic with a warm and friendly population of 4,000, St Helena is a self-governing overseas territory of the UK, poised for transformation with the imminent construction of an airport. Key responsibilities:
You must hold MB; ChB or BM; BS; BAO; BCH; FRCS or equivalent qualification or experience. Full GMC registration or eligibility and good standing with that body will be required, with substantial postgraduate experience in general surgery including orthopaedics and laparoscopic operations. We offer an attractive benefits package with 30 days leave pa plus discretionary travel days, generous income tax-free allowances for a pension contribution as well as cost of living allowance, and support for relocation, rent and utilities. An application form can be found at www.sthelenacareers.com where a detailed job description and further information can also be found, or you may contact Kedell Worboys on 0203 170 8705 or email: shgukrep@sthelenagov.com. Applications to be submitted by 05 May 2013 latest. Interviews will be held in London on 11 June 2013.Related Documents |
GP – obstetric and gynaecological experience 2 years FTC commencing ASAP A sub-tropical island of spectacular and beautiful landscapes in the South Atlantic with a warm and friendly population of 4,000, St Helena is a self-governing overseas territory of the UK, poised for transformation with the imminent construction of an airport. The 42-bed General Hospital in the capital, Jamestown, covers all areas of acute medical and surgical care. Running clinics in the hospital and at other locations as well as sharing in-patient duties, you will be a busy member of the on-call rota for emergency out-of-hours care and also be a valued member of the clinical governance committee. You will offer full obstetric and gynaecological services including caesarean sections, colposcopies, conus biopsies, wedge resections and endometrial ablations, playing a central part in health promotion and preventative care programmes, in particular sexual health and HIV/AIDS awareness. If you are qualified and experienced in anaesthetics, you will also collaborate with other GP Anaesthetists to provide pre- and post-operative care. Building and promoting a first-rate team within a multidisciplinary environment, you will train midwives, nurses and other healthcare workers and participate in weekly CPD sessions with medical officers. You will also conduct audits of all deliveries and prepare audit reports. Your qualifications must include MB, ChB or BM, with BS, BAO and BCH, GMC registration or eligibility and good standing with that or any other equivalent professional body. You must have a substantial primary care (General Practice) postgraduate history with recent experience in obstetrics and gynaecology. The ideal candidate will also have anaesthetics experience; however, this is not essential. The role will be challenging and at times demanding and will require flexibility. The above is intended only as a guide and may be modified to meet changing needs. We offer an extensive benefits package with 30 days leave pa and which may include a contributory pension plus generous income tax-free allowances for relocation, rent and utilities. An application form can be found at www.sthelenacareers.com where further information can also be found, or you may contact Kedell Worboys on 0203 170 8705 or email: shgukrep@sthelenagov.com. Applications must be received by 8 February. Interviews will be held in London. Related Documents |
Senior Staff Nurse (Support) 2 years FTC commencing ASAP A sub-tropical island of spectacular and beautiful landscapes in the South Atlantic with a warm and friendly population of 4,000, St Helena is a self-governing overseas territory of the UK, poised for transformation with the imminent construction of an airport. The 30-bed General Hospital in the capital, Jamestown, covers all areas of acute medical and surgical care. You will offer enhanced nursing including on-call duties in a specialist area of practice such as Theatre, Anaesthetics, Radiography, Oncology, A&E or Cardiology. You must implement and maintain quality evidence-based nursing care using best practice guidance, through assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care. With a strong commitment to team working and the development of junior colleagues you will supervise the unqualified staff, mentor the student nurses and teach junior staff, including classroom teaching. Overtime, shift work, unsocial hours and night duty will require a flexible attitude. You will regularly take charge of hospital patient care in the absence of medical officers and senior nursing staff. You will also help with the development of policies, procedures and protocols and be encouraged to identify opportunities for improvement in care, together with insight into how these can be achieved. Currently a UK Registered Nurse Degree Level 1 on the Live NMC Register, you should have full time experience in an Acute General Hospital within the last decade. A trained mentor with updated ALS, you must have clinical, technical, negotiating, planning, organisational and reporting skills, with good written and verbal communication. Your interpersonal skills will enable you to effectively communicate, negotiate and advise when dealing with and advocating for patients/clients, members of the public and colleagues. We offer an extensive benefits package with 30 days leave pa and which may include a contributory pension plus generous income tax-free allowances for relocation, rent and utilities. An application form can be found at www.sthelenacareers.com where further information can also be found, or you may contact Kedell Worboys on 0203 170 8705 or email: shgukrep@sthelenagov.com. Applications by 8 February 2013 please. Interviews will be held in London.Related Documents |
