PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
ESSENTIAL
• Energetic and organised, with an eye for detail.
• The ability to identify tasks that need to be completed, and act on them promptly and accurately.
• The ability to work without supervision but with the confidence to seek clarification as needed.
• The ability to delegate suitable tasks and to act directly to ensure the best result.
• The ability to deal with people of all ages and backgrounds.
• Honesty, self-confidence, decisive and flexible.
• Ability to accept responsibilities and to communicate effectively dealing sensitively with confidential matters.
• Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team.
• Use of a car and full current driving licence. 
DESIRABLE
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RELEVANT QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
ESSENTIAL
• Degree or similar qualification in a subject relevant to the requirements of the post (considering the nature of the post, substantial experience in the field will be regarded as a suitable / additional qualification). 
DESIRABLE
• Member of relevant association or professional body.
• Qualification / Training within the field of Project / Programme Management.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE 
ESSENTIAL
• Experience relevant to the administration of grant funds
• Experience of reporting to a funding body (eg Welsh Government, UK Government, Lottery Funds)
• Experience of managing significant projects or programs (budget of over £1m)
• Experience of collecting and providing monitoring information, and reporting it to other stakeholders
• Experience of working together with wider partners to implement a program of work
• Experience of communicating with individuals and groups at a wide level 
DESIRABLE
• Experience of managing staff
• Experience of working in Local Government.
• Experience of working with businesses and organizations within the private, voluntary and public sector.
• Experience of contributing to the development of economic policies. 
SKILLS AND SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE
ESSENTIAL
• Information about the economy and society of different areas of Gwynedd
• Good communication skills - both verbal and written.
• Good mathematical and linguistic skills. 
DESIRABLE
• Understanding of the policy context and information about relevant local, regional and national developments.
• Relevant skills for policy development and economic development strategies.
• Knowledge of economic development methodology.
• Knowledge of Funding Programme guidelines and good practice in administering projects.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
Speaking and Listening - Advanced Level (GSRh)
Able to follow a conversation or discussion through the medium of Welsh and English on a professional level and discuss general day-to-day topics in the field in order to present information and express opinions. Able to give a pre-prepared presentation and respond to any comments and questions on it in Welsh or English.
Reading and Understanding - Advanced Level (GSRh) 
Able to understand standard written Welsh and English; both formal and informal. Able to gather information from various sources such as letters, reports, articles through the medium of Welsh and English in order to fulfil the post.
Writing - Advanced Level (GSRh)
Present written information confidently by letter, more detailed and technical report formats, and respond to written requests conveying information, ideas and opinions through the medium of Welsh and English. (Assistance is available to check the language.)