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Vacancy: Join Our Project Team

We have an opening in our project team for a Flood Resilience Project Officer. This is a fantastic opportunity to really make your mark in our flood resilience innovation project.

The RAIN project is aiming to make a big difference for residents who at risk of flooding in the Harpers Brook and Wootton Brook catchments in Northamptonshire. We have already started a very exciting journey to create resilience in the landscape, in communities and with home owners, but there’s more to do.

You will be working on our award-winning project, where trial and innovation leads to delivery. We therefore need an exceptionally organised and self-motivated support officer to complete our team and continue our vison.

To learn more, click this link:

πŸ‘‰ https://jobs.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs/job/Flood-Resilience-Project-Officer/5129

Fixed Term Contract until March 2027

Apply by 3rd November 2024

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