Project Manager Resettlement

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Derbyshire County Council, together with partner agencies in Derbyshire, is committed to supporting the resettlement of refugees across the County (excluding Derby City). The Council is seeking an enthusiastic individual who is comfortable with working in a dynamic and changing environment. The role will be based with the County Council's Community Safety unit and the wider Safer Derbyshire Partnership at County Hall.

Your role as Project Manager within the Resettlement Team would be to jointly manage and assist in the coordination of the County’s response to refugee resettlement schemes such as the UK Resettlement scheme, the Afghan Resettlement Program and the Homes for Ukraine scheme.  This will involve working internally and externally with partners on a wide range of issues.

This area of work can be complex and emotionally charged and requires sensitive yet firm handling at a variety of levels. Good communication and organisational skills in this role will be key to delivering a successful programme of resettling refugees in the County

We are looking to recruit for a full time post, to work 37 hours per week (Mon to Fri).

Applicants are strongly advised to use the criteria in the person profile as sub-headings in their application to make it clear how they meet each of the selection criteria. Please also see the job profile for competencies and general overview of the role.

Employees have access to a range of support, benefits and discounts including: 

• Generous Annual Leave Scheme 27 days annual leave per year (rising to 32 days after 5 years continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata). Grade dependant.
• Local Government Pension Scheme: Providing financial security
• Supportive management and team
• Training and Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training.
• Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, physiotherapy, CBT, and in-house counselling.
• Employee Wellbeing Support: Fast track physiotherapy, confidential psychological support services, Employee Assistance Programme, and “Wisdom” app.
• Paid travel expenses if required to travel to other sites (Terms and conditions apply)
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promoting a healthy lifestyle.
• Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme: Encouraging environmentally friendly commuting options.  (Terms and conditions apply)
• Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits, cashback and discounts.

More details on the benefits of working for the council can be found on our reward and recognition page 

For more information about the role or an informal chat, please email Erin.Bower@derbyshire.gov.uk

Interviews for this post are expected to be scheduled in early – mid May 2026

Due to this post having administrative privileges within the Council’s IT systems, and in order to comply with the Public Services Network requirements, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Basic criminal record check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.