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Army - Lead Staff Officer Cadet Team

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UK Ministry of Defence

8d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Leicester

AI generated summary

  • You need strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office 365, excellent time management, initiative, attention to detail, and effective communication for team support with diverse partners.
  • You will coordinate daily Cadets branch activities, manage resource bids, supervise risk management, schedule events, and oversee cadet force projects and transport acquisition.

Requirements

  • Good IT skills, including basic Microsoft Office 365, and have excellent time management skills.
  • You will be able to quickly build good working relationships with a variety of partners, both internal and external to the organisation and be able to provide support to a wide range of people of different backgrounds.
  • They will have good Information Technology skills, including basic Microsoft Office 365, and have excellent time management skills. They will use initiative to prioritise work with minimal direction whilst maintaining an excellent attention to detail.
  • You will be well organised and will possess strong communication skills in both written and verbal form.
  • They will use initiative to prioritise work with minimal direction whilst maintaining an excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver critical engagement with supporting agencies, control the daily activities of Cadets branch, and be the focal point for all tasks that enable successful delivery.
  • Coordinate branch activity.
  • Ensure resource planning bids are submitted, reviewed, and circulated as directed.
  • Volunteer Allowance is controlled in year and snap audits delivered.
  • Ensure the branch Risk Management Board is effectively supervised.
  • Keep branch annual Forecast of Events effective and up to date.
  • Ensure annual conferences are programmed and scheduled as directed.
  • Scheduling and directing Combined Cadet Force Biennial Reviews and Grant Audits.
  • Your staff deliver other in-year cadet force project tasks at pace, as directed.
  • Transport acquisition for both the CCF & ACF.

FAQs

What is the expected in-office attendance for this role?

You are expected to be in the office at least 60% of the time, which equates to 3 days a week.

What are the working hours for the Lead Staff Officer Cadet Team position?

This position is advertised for 37 hours per week.

Is there flexibility in working hours?

Yes, the role encourages flexible working hours in a modern, open-plan office.

Will I need to work weekends?

Yes, the role requires occasional weekend work, especially since Cadet forces often train on Saturdays and Sundays.

Is time off provided for weekend work?

Yes, HQ C will grant time off in lieu for any evening or weekend work required to meet objectives.

What is the annual operating budget that the post holder will manage?

The post holder will be responsible for planning and prioritising within an annual operating budget of £4 million.

What skills are required for the position?

Key skills include good IT skills, time management, the ability to build relationships, strong communication skills, and attention to detail.

How will candidates be assessed during the selection process?

Candidates will be assessed against behaviours such as communicating and influencing, making effective decisions, and seeing the bigger picture.

What are the professional development opportunities available?

The role offers personal and professional development of skills, including pathways to membership of a professional body or undertaking a modern apprenticeship.

Are relocation expenses offered for this position?

No, the post does not offer relocation expenses.

What benefits are included in the compensation package?

Benefits include 25 days of paid annual leave (increasing to 30 days after 5 years), a competitive pension scheme, access to the Employee Assistance Programme, and enhanced parental and adoption leave.

Is there support available for candidates with disabilities?

Yes, the Ministry of Defence runs a Disability Confident Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

How can I contact the recruitment team for inquiries?

You can contact the recruitment team via email at DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk.

What is the eligibility criteria for this position?

The job is broadly open to UK nationals, nationals of the Republic of Ireland, Commonwealth countries, and EU nationals with settled or pre-settled status, among others.

Is there a probation period for new recruits?

Yes, external recruits who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period.

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We protect the security, independence and interests of the United Kingdom at home and abroad. We work with our allies and partners whenever possible. Our aim is to ensure that the UK’s Armed Forces have the training, equipment and support necessary for their work, and that we keep within budget. Our priorities 2015 to 2020 are to: protect our people project our global influence promote our prosperity maintain a strategic base and integrated global support network, and manage the Department of State