Digital Innovation officer

Job Title: Digital Innovation Officer Salary: £21.65 per hour Location: Mossley Mill, Antrim and Newtownabbey Hours: 37 hours per week Deadline: Monday 27 th July Job Description: The Digital Innovation Officer is an exciting post within the Economic Development section, which will drive forward the digital agenda for growth; assisting businesses and social enterprises to accelerate their digital journeys, securing new opportunities for digital technology to support economic growth and support our residents to access the opportunities available through this growth sector. The Digital Innovation Officer will be expected to lead and support the implementation of key strategic projects such as the Digital Surge Programme, the Digital Transformation Flexible Fund, the Digital Venture Capital Fund and other Council led activity supported through the Digital Pillar of the Belfast Region City Deal and other strategic funds. The post holder will also be responsible for the development and implementation of Council-specific programmes such as Digital adaptation grants and Digital Skills development The role will require the post holder to engage directly with central government departments, businesses, social enterprises, education providers including schools and colleges, and our residents to identify and provide the support needed to accelerate their Digital Transformation. The post holder will also be required to create and maintain linkages with the Belfast Region City Deal ..... full job details .....