Defence Innovation – Training and Skills Desk Officer - #1696593
UK Ministry of Defence
Date: 4 hours ago
City: London
Contract type: Full time
Work schedule: Full day
London (region)
Job Summary
The aim of the Defence Innovation Unit (DIU) is to drive innovation in Defence and ensure the UK Armed Forces has access to the military capability that it needs now and in the future.
In line with Defence Reform, the DIU will shortly transition into the new UK Defence Innovation (UKDI) organisation. This will include a team of policy, strategy, technology, innovation and service delivery experts who will work collaboratively at the interface of MOD, government, and industry.
The DIU leads on co-ordinating innovation activities across the Department, engaging the Department’s senior leaders and connecting across Government and with key international partners and allies. The DIU leads by example, by pushing the boundaries, identifying and exploiting opportunities and engaging with our wide and diverse networks to drive innovation in Defence.
As the Training and Skills Desk Officer within the DIU, you will oversee Innovation Training and improvements to innovation culture and behaviours in line with the new Defence Operating Model. Representing the UKDI, you will ensure that innovation training, culture and behaviours are closely integrated with the operational framework to contribute to the rapid innovation implementation for Defence. It has never been more of a critical time to ensure Defence implements the right Innovation training across the organisation.
The role provides unique insight across innovation in defence and would suit anyone interested in a mix of policy, strategy, training development, technology and military capability development.
The position is advertised at 37 hours per week and is based in London, it can also be hybrid working, with some attendance in MOD Main building required. There will also be some travel to Defence Academy (DefAc) required.
Job Description
This is a high-profile and exciting opportunity. The successful applicant will take the lead on the coordination of Innovation Training for Defence and work closely with colleagues at the Defence Academy (DefAc). A priority focus will be leading in the establishment an Innovation Training School within the Defence Capability Management School at Defence Academy. As Defence undergoes reform there is a need and opportunity for a stronger culture and behaviours around Innovation in Defence. The Innovation Training & Skills Desk Officer will play a key role in driving the work in this area. Continuous stakeholder engagement with colleagues in Defence and the broader government will be a significant aspect of this role.
Key Responsibilities Will Include:
Key Responsibilities Will Include:
The successful candidate will need to have excellent stakeholder management skills and experience in developing networks quickly. They will need to be able to work autonomously and on multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and be passionate about doing things differently. Experience in the people space, specifically developing training programmes, project delivery and managing change regarding culture and behaviours would be helpful. Some knowledge of Defence would be beneficial.
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
The post does not offer relocation expenses.
External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period.
Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.
Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.
Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/.
The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment however some exemptions are in place, please refer to local guidance. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments.
MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey – We may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Policy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights.
Selection process details
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.
The selection process will involve a paper sift based on a CV and written evidence of the behaviours listed below. Applicants who are successful at sift will then be invited to interview.
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
Changing and Improving (lead behaviour)
Leadership
Communicating and Influencing
Working Together
If a high number of applications are received, the lead behaviour will be used in the first instance.
Please note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).
Veterans are advised that this post will follow the “Great place to work for veterans scheme” Office for Veterans’ Affairs , Civil Service Careers
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. If you need to advise us that you need additional help or reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact: [email protected] .
As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came in to effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. This role does not meet that category and we will not sponsor a visa. It is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system.
Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.
Security
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is developed vetting (opens in a new window).See our vetting charter (opens in a new window).
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is developed vetting (opens in a new window).See our vetting charter (opens in a new window).
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.
Nationality requirements
This Job Is Broadly Open To The Following Groups:
Working for the Civil Service
The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.
The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).
This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative.
Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.
Contact point for applicants
Job Contact :
Please ensure you read the attached candidate information document prior to completing your application. If you are dissatisfied with the service you have received from DBS, or believe that DBS has failed to follow the recruitment process in line with the Civil Service Commission principles of selection for appointment on merit on the basis of Fair and Open competition, you can raise a formal complaint by writing to DBS at the following address: Defence Business Services, Scanning Hub, Room 6124, Tomlinson House, Norcross Lane, Blackpool, FY5 3WP. If after raising your complaint with DBS you remain dissatisfied you can complain directly to the Civil Service Commission at the following address: Civil Service commission, Room G/8, 1 Horse Guards Road, London, SW1A 2HQ Or by email: [email protected].
Job Summary
The aim of the Defence Innovation Unit (DIU) is to drive innovation in Defence and ensure the UK Armed Forces has access to the military capability that it needs now and in the future.
In line with Defence Reform, the DIU will shortly transition into the new UK Defence Innovation (UKDI) organisation. This will include a team of policy, strategy, technology, innovation and service delivery experts who will work collaboratively at the interface of MOD, government, and industry.
The DIU leads on co-ordinating innovation activities across the Department, engaging the Department’s senior leaders and connecting across Government and with key international partners and allies. The DIU leads by example, by pushing the boundaries, identifying and exploiting opportunities and engaging with our wide and diverse networks to drive innovation in Defence.
As the Training and Skills Desk Officer within the DIU, you will oversee Innovation Training and improvements to innovation culture and behaviours in line with the new Defence Operating Model. Representing the UKDI, you will ensure that innovation training, culture and behaviours are closely integrated with the operational framework to contribute to the rapid innovation implementation for Defence. It has never been more of a critical time to ensure Defence implements the right Innovation training across the organisation.
The role provides unique insight across innovation in defence and would suit anyone interested in a mix of policy, strategy, training development, technology and military capability development.
The position is advertised at 37 hours per week and is based in London, it can also be hybrid working, with some attendance in MOD Main building required. There will also be some travel to Defence Academy (DefAc) required.
Job Description
This is a high-profile and exciting opportunity. The successful applicant will take the lead on the coordination of Innovation Training for Defence and work closely with colleagues at the Defence Academy (DefAc). A priority focus will be leading in the establishment an Innovation Training School within the Defence Capability Management School at Defence Academy. As Defence undergoes reform there is a need and opportunity for a stronger culture and behaviours around Innovation in Defence. The Innovation Training & Skills Desk Officer will play a key role in driving the work in this area. Continuous stakeholder engagement with colleagues in Defence and the broader government will be a significant aspect of this role.
Key Responsibilities Will Include:
- Act as the lead for all Innovation Training in Defence, including leading on the set up of the Defence Innovation Training School.
- Coordinate and drive the Training Needs Analysis in collaboration with Defence Academy colleagues to establish the Defence Innovation Training School at the Defence Capability and Management School.
- To maintain the training relevance at the Innovation school, post full operating capability, regularly review and align training content with Defence Innovation trends. collaborating with DefAc colleagues for updates as needed.
- Oversee the expenditure of all training, engage with training suppliers, contribute to design and analyse reviews and feedback.
- Lead the strategy and policy work to support the Defence Reform initiative and the UK Defence Innovation organisation's goal of enhancing the culture and behaviour of innovation within Defence.
- Engage regularly with colleagues in other government departments on specifics around training, culture and behaviours regarding innovation and collaborate as required.
- Provide support to AH Strategy and Policy as required, including aiding with general enquiries about innovation policies and engaging in general strategic tasks.
Key Responsibilities Will Include:
- Act as the lead for all Innovation Training in Defence, including leading on the set up of the Defence Innovation Training School.
- Coordinate and drive the Training Needs Analysis in collaboration with Defence Academy colleagues to establish the Defence Innovation Training School at the Defence Capability and Management School.
- To maintain the training relevance at the Innovation school, post full operating capability, regularly review and align training content with Defence Innovation trends. collaborating with DefAc colleagues for updates as needed.
- Oversee the expenditure of all training, engage with training suppliers, contribute to design and analyse reviews and feedback.
- Lead the strategy and policy work to support the Defence Reform initiative and the UK Defence Innovation organisation's goal of enhancing the culture and behaviour of innovation within Defence.
- Engage regularly with colleagues in other government departments on specifics around training, culture and behaviours regarding innovation and collaborate as required.
- Provide support to AH Strategy and Policy as required, including aiding with general enquiries about innovation policies and engaging in general strategic tasks.
The successful candidate will need to have excellent stakeholder management skills and experience in developing networks quickly. They will need to be able to work autonomously and on multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and be passionate about doing things differently. Experience in the people space, specifically developing training programmes, project delivery and managing change regarding culture and behaviours would be helpful. Some knowledge of Defence would be beneficial.
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
- Changing and Improving
- Leadership
- Communicating and Influencing
- Working Together
- Alongside your salary, Ministry of Defence contribute towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
- Learning and development tailored to your role
- An environment with flexible working options
- A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
- A Civil Service Pension.
The post does not offer relocation expenses.
External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period.
Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.
Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.
Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/.
The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment however some exemptions are in place, please refer to local guidance. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments.
MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey – We may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Policy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights.
Selection process details
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.
The selection process will involve a paper sift based on a CV and written evidence of the behaviours listed below. Applicants who are successful at sift will then be invited to interview.
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
Changing and Improving (lead behaviour)
Leadership
Communicating and Influencing
Working Together
If a high number of applications are received, the lead behaviour will be used in the first instance.
Please note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).
Veterans are advised that this post will follow the “Great place to work for veterans scheme” Office for Veterans’ Affairs , Civil Service Careers
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. If you need to advise us that you need additional help or reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact: [email protected] .
As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came in to effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. This role does not meet that category and we will not sponsor a visa. It is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system.
Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.
Security
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is developed vetting (opens in a new window).See our vetting charter (opens in a new window).
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is developed vetting (opens in a new window).See our vetting charter (opens in a new window).
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.
Nationality requirements
This Job Is Broadly Open To The Following Groups:
- UK nationals
- nationals of the Republic of Ireland
- nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
- nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)
- nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
- individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
- Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
Working for the Civil Service
The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.
The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).
This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative.
Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.
Contact point for applicants
Job Contact :
- Name : Michelle Skinner
- Email : [email protected]
- Email : [email protected]
Please ensure you read the attached candidate information document prior to completing your application. If you are dissatisfied with the service you have received from DBS, or believe that DBS has failed to follow the recruitment process in line with the Civil Service Commission principles of selection for appointment on merit on the basis of Fair and Open competition, you can raise a formal complaint by writing to DBS at the following address: Defence Business Services, Scanning Hub, Room 6124, Tomlinson House, Norcross Lane, Blackpool, FY5 3WP. If after raising your complaint with DBS you remain dissatisfied you can complain directly to the Civil Service Commission at the following address: Civil Service commission, Room G/8, 1 Horse Guards Road, London, SW1A 2HQ Or by email: [email protected].
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