Centre for Local Economic Strategies
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Position:
Associate Director (Policy)
Reports to:
Deputy Chief Executive
Prepared:
May 2014
CRITERIA
ASSESSMENT
First degree in a relevant social science discipline
Essential
CV
Post graduate degree in a relevant social science discipline
Desirable
CV
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge in at least two relevant policy areas:
 local economic development
 community development
 social inclusion
 addressing poverty
Essential
 local government, regional and national policy
CV and
Interview
 public health and well-being
 investment/finance
 applied economics
Excellent communication skills, both verbally and written
Essential
Interview
Excellent analytical skills
Essential
CV
Excellent IT skills, specifically use of Microsoft Office
Essential
CV
Specific knowledge of statistical software and GIS
Desirable
CV
Leading on engaging with organisations in a membership context
Desirable
CV and interview
Leading on producing policy publications
Essential
CV and interview
Leading on bidding for and managing projects
Essential
CV and interview
Working to and achieving income generation targets
Essential
CV and interview
Delivering consultancy, policy or Research work
Essential
CV and interview
Desirable
CV and interview
Essential
Interview
EXPERIENCE OF
Working within an organisation focusing on:
 regeneration
 economic development
 community development
 public policy
WORK RELATED CIRCUMSTANCES
The ability to travel widely within the UK from a Manchester base