The NGDP is a two-year graduate management development programme, run by the Local Government Association. The programme was set up to provide local government with the high-calibre managers their communities need – and to give committed graduates the training and opportunities to make a positive impact.

The national programme framework is built on a series of placements in key areas within a council and offers a range of experiences and challenges. All of which provide a broad understanding of different aspects of local government in strategy, front-line service and support. Although employed by a participating authority on a two-year, fixed-term contract, graduates will also benefit from participating in a national learning an development programme.

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Sectors

Business

Education

General

HR

Interns / Placements

Public Sector

Science

About us

No. of employees Over 2 million

We are looking for Any with a minimum achieved result of 2:1 or above

Locations Nationwide

Salary & benefits

£22,958 (plus London weighting, if applicable)

Application procedure

Or contact ngdp@local.gov.uk

Deadline: 16th January 2012

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What is the deadline for applications?

16 January 2012

Where are you recruiting in the UK?

There are over 350 authorities in England and Wales and every one is eligible to apply to the programme. Typically only 40-50 will participate each year and these are mainly spread across the English regions and also Wales. We will expect you to be flexible about where you will work however we will try and take into account any special circumstances, wherever possible.

Who do you typically look for?

We are looking for people who are passionate about working in local government. We recruit graduates from all different backgrounds, universities and degree disciplines; our aim is to reflect the diverse communities that we serve.

What type of roles do you recruit for?

The NGDP provides a unique development opportunity for high-calibre graduates wishing to pursue a career with a dynamic, exciting and socially responsible employer and to be a future leader in local government. Many NGDP alumni now occupy senior positions in local government and the wider public sector. The sector is going through a huge change programme and this is your chance to influence how the councils will look and operate into the future.