Policy Advisor Review

by Department of Environmental Food and Rural Affairs

Rating

8.6/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

Policy making, stakeholder engagement, project management, leading a team.

9/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

Yes - stakeholder management, project delivery, team leadership, drafting, briefing.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

A lot

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well organised/structured

10/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

Moderate

6/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

A lot of support - just the right level

9/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

It really helps me to perform better, it has changed my mindset on how I work with other people. I frequently used the tools learnt in my apprenticeship in my role.

9/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Yes

8/10

9a. Would you recommend Department of Environmental Food and Rural Affairs to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Good work culture, lots of dedicated people. good progression oppotunities.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Department of Environmental Food and Rural Affairs?

Read the civil service interview techniques.