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Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work in a different department to yours? Would you like to help colleagues collaborate across government, and develop yourself? Then join our People Connections team!
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Fancy a night in the City whilst making a difference?
One night without your home comforts? Go on, you know you want to.
New shadowing opportunities
We are setting up a job shadowing programme across the East, South East and London region and we hope all departments will participate. We’re looking for people to provide job shadowing and people to take up those opportunities.
Managing cancer in the workplace
Join us in Bristol for a Macmillan Coffee Morning supported by Civil Service Local
CS Local Roadshow
This latest in our series of roadshows, which aim to raise awareness and develop networks between different government departments, offers a brief insight into the work of DWP.
Collaborate: Connect & Capability in Scotland
To support the launch of a few key cross-government networks as part of CS Local Scotland, we are looking to fill a number of roles to enable us to get up and running. Can you help us?
Will issue 20 of The Network inspire you to become more involved?
Issue 20 of the Network is now available. Have a read to learn more about your region.
Join our new Digital Network
Join or lead our new cross departmental digital network to share information, good practice and developments on Digital related issues.
“I can actually get somewhere in life”
Our first discovery session on social mobility was illuminated by Corey Rae, who explained how a Civil Service apprenticeship has made such a positive difference to his life. The session was such a success that we decided not to let it end there. Read on to see how you can get involved.
Be Curious, Take Opportunities, Get Connected: Make a Difference
Rozanne Kidd talks about her career, her passion for the Civil Service and why she said ‘Yes’ to being SRO for CS Local Scotland.
Discovery Session - Dealing with the Bumps in the Road
I'm pleased to announce a brand new Discovery Session. It's an introduction to some tools and techniques to help you recover quick from disappointments and 'failures' at work. You might find some of them help you in your personal life too.
It's also a great chance for you to meet some colleagues from other departments and broaden your contacts in the region.
The Network Issue 19
Issue 19 is a bumper edition of The Network. You'll find enclosed a big feature on this year's Changing Horizons events. The main focus is on this year's Oldham event, as our new location for this event designed to raise …
Mental Health First Aid Training in Bristol
Mental Health First Aid training session to be held at Rivergate, Bristol. Read more to find out how you can register your place.
Mental Health First Aid Training in Swindon
Mental Health First Aid training session to be held at the UK Space Agency in Swindon. Read more to find out how you can register your place.
Have your read our latest Network magazine?
Do you know the network magazine is produced by Academy delegates from 2014? We are immensely proud of the team, read more here....
'Meet the neighbours' in Plymouth
We are hosting a learning and networking event for all Civil Service departments in Plymouth on the 22nd March. More information is available here and booking is online. Places are limited so book early if you wish to attend.
Experience life in a different department
We're delighted to add secondment opportunities to our People Connections programme. It's a way to connect with colleagues from other departments across our region to learn new skills; share best practice and bring something back to your own department. Find out more about exciting, short-term, development opportunities at the Environment Agency and HMRC.
Connect with colleagues across the North West
Would you like to….
Visit another Department?
Meet new colleagues across the North West?
Share your knowledge and expertise and gain new skills?
If you’ve answered “YES!” to any of these questions read on to find out more about the North West People Connections Programme.
We are 5
Civil Service Local has been Finding Innovation and Value in Everyone for 5 years. Read about what we are doing next.