Understanding the purpose of an organisation and its Operating environment.
The London Borough of Hackney (LBH) is the local government authority council for the London Borough of Hackney in Greater London. The local government system and its executive function is controlled by a directly elected mayor of Hackney, currently named Jules Pipe. http://www.hackney.gov.uk
The main customers are the public and staff of The London Borough of Hackney. As an organisation it is evitable to work within the diverse workforce to eliminate prejudice and discrimination, ensuring that all employees are treated with the respect and dignity they deserve. The London Borough of Hackney is an organisation that staff want to work for and that all staff share the Council’s aspirations and goals.
As a very large organisation it is important to be approachable and flexible in order to organise and deliver services, adapt, continuously improve services to meet the needs of residents, changing duties and responsibilities. Use resources efficiently, operate at all times within budgetary requirements and limits.
As a public service the London Borough of Hackney strive to be a provider of excellent services to the public, a local leader and convenor of partnerships. But beyond that the main goal and target is to be an active agent for social mobility, creating opportunity, transforming life chances, and promoting social consistency. The need to helping and protect residents who most need support is essential, and working with them to improve their lives and capacity for independence. Keeping Hackney clean, safe, and promoting the quality of life and wellbeing of all residents. Bringing investment and jobs into Hackney, creating opportunity, prosperity, and ensuring residents have the education, skills and support to benefit.
The Mayor’s 3 Priorities are:
Improving services and increasing opportunities for all, raising the life