Fiona Wilson

Overall responsibility for management and co-ordination of European Union (EU) funded project representing grant income in excess of $5.5million. Managed procurement process and negotiated and contracted with training providers to deliver training programmes for employees. Oversaw contracts and monitored course delivery. Established and maintained efficient file management to ensure compliance with European regulations for audit purposes. Prepared regular financial and progress reports for Advisory Groups, the Board and the Scottish Government. Oversaw both external and internal evaluations of project and incorporated evaluation to help inform future delivery. Researched and accessed future funding sources for the organisation including completion of applications for funding.

Appraised applications for EU funding and provided feedback and advice. Advised potential applicants on programme related issues and provided ongoing support and guidance to projects. Monitored and evaluated financial and physical progress of approved projects. Checked and processed detailed financial claims. Assisted organisations with preparation for European Commission audits. Prepared detailed reports for Scottish Government on project performance.

Oversaw the work of the Programme Administrator team to ensure processes were applied consistently. Coordinated the updating of relevant guidance and processes. Planned, coordinated and delivered a range of seminars and workshops for up to 200 delegates. Coordinated any requests for reports and information for committee papers. Provided regular updates on programme performance to Deputy Chief Executive. Monitored and evaluated approved projects in relation to their financial and physical progress through monitoring visits and claims. Processed changes to projects and ensured all relevant databases were accurate. Provided ongoing support to approved projects. Maintained appropriate management information systems.

Member of project team involved in developing and implementing new procedures after merger. Identified problem areas created after merger and designed solutions to combat these. Worked under pressure to ensure tight deadlines were met. Balanced and maintained general ledger accounts for 25 branches.