Strategic Planning & Innovation Officer

Are you passionate about data and the digitalisation of planning? If you can present complex datasets in an engaging and easily digestible format, then Hackney needs you! 

We’re looking for a Strategic Planning and Innovation Officer to play a key role in the digitisation of Hackney’s Strategic Planning function. You will work closely with teams from across the Council to meet our monitoring requirements and a detailed understanding of these aspects is essential. You should be confident with a range of IT packages including GIS and  comfortable with presenting complex data in a non technical manner. 

You may be interested in developing or interested in utilising systems in a planning environment or already working in planning and want to explore analysis, research, and IT innovation to improve efficiency in planning.    

You will have the ability to assist the production of planning and design guidance, support the preparation of robust strategic policies and advise on emerging regeneration programmes.  

The successful candidate will have strong communication skills and the ability to engage and work in partnership with a wide range of groups from across the Borough, including residents, businesses, and community groups. You will help develop positive and proactive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. 

We go where the evidence takes us in Hackney and maintaining an up to date evidence base for emerging plans is a key aspect of supporting our communities and reflecting the wider corporate objectives of the Council. 

We’d love to hear from you if you are considering your next career move and have a passion for planning in a dynamic urban environment and utilising data systems, GIS and innovation in the planning system.

There is no better place to work in London than Hackney; we have great pride in our borough, our communities, and our services. Hackney is one of London’s most vibrant and diverse boroughs. It’s one of the most sought after areas to live in London with good schools, parks and local amenities, as well as great transport links and vibrant and diverse communities.

If you want to work in a place where you can represent our values so we achieve the best for our residents, please click on the apply button below.

The recruitment process is anonymous. Therefore, we do not accept supporting statements or CVs.

When applying, there will be a number of questions relating to the post on the application form. It is essential that you complete the application questions, responding to each using examples of your skills, knowledge and experience. 

We will not accept applications where Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been used to assist with completing the competency questions or any part of the application form.

This application process replaces a supporting statement.

Closing date for applications: 28 November 2024 (22:59)

Interview date: W/C 09 December 2024

We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. In order to achieve this, we look for people who are: Proud; Ambitious; Pioneering; Open; Proactive; Inclusive.

Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We also welcome those interested in flexible working. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, as this group is currently under represented in our workforce.

The Council has a dedicated employment support service (Hackney Works), which offers Hackney residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you are thinking about applying for a job, please contact the Hackney Works team to find out what support is available: hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk