Schemes and Grants Administrator - A4

Job description This opportunity is only open to internal Scottish Government applicants who are currently 'Priority Movers'. Applications from individuals not currently on the Priority Mover list will be rejected and not considered. As a Schemes and Grants Administrator, you'll help make a real difference by supporting the successful delivery of concessionary travel schemes and bus operator grants.

You'll help manage enquiries from operators, maintain accurate systems and records, and work closely with colleagues to assist with compliance of audit, governance, and legislative requirements. You'll also play a part in shaping continuous improvements, helping us deliver schemes and grants in smarter, more effective ways.

The Schemes and Grants Team sits within the Business and Operations Unit of the Directorate for Bus, Concessionary and Active Travel. The Unit is responsible for the administration and management of Scotland's National Concessionary Travel Schemes and the provision of grant funding to bus operators across Scotland.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support for the delivery of grants paid to bus operators and other delivery partners. Undertake regular assurance checks and validation activities to ensure grants applications and supporting evidence meet required standards. Provide administrative support relating to our Concessionary Travel Schemes, assisting with signing bus operators up to our Schemes and ensuring key documents are completed and recorded correctly.

Support the maintenance of accurate operator and scheme records within team databases and back-office systems, ensuring information is kept up to date to enable timely and accurate payments. Support the preparation of routine reports, correspondence and management information for the Schemes and Grants Team. Support the Schemes and Grants Team with business-as-usual activities, bus operator data maintenance, customer and stakeholder enquiries, and t he resolution of routine queries relating to concessionary travel schemes and operator grants.

Working pattern This role is a permanent level transfer position. How to Apply Applications for this position will only be accepted from substantive A4 employees. Please submit a statement outlining your suitability for the role, relevant skills and experience, and what you would bring to the team (maximum 500 words).

Selection Process All candidates will be invited to an informal discussion with the Hiring Manager. Informal discussion dates tbc. Further Information If you have specific questions about the role, please contact aziz.karsli@transport.gov.scot Read our Candidate Guide for further information on our recruitment and application processes.