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Army - Logistic Policy Assurance Officer

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Logistics
  • Hereford, +5

AI generated summary

  • You must have strong communication, analytical, and IT skills. Experience in logistics or assurance is a plus. You'll need to complete specific training within six months.
  • You will manage information flow, support logistics assurance boards, generate maturity reports, attend key meetings, and assist with urgent capability requirements and rapid acquisition tasks.

Requirements

  • Essential Criteria:
  • Have good communication skills, capable of delivering clear written and verbal briefings
  • Be computer literate
  • Have analytical skills to seek and analyse information and data to inform decisions based on best available evidence to identify efficacy and efficiency measures where appropriate
  • Be able to work with stakeholders from across organisations.
  • A good level of IT literacy (there will be regular use of Word, Excel, Planner, Teams, SharePoint, and OneNote)
  • Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team
  • Desirable:
  • Experience in any of the following is desirable but is not essential, suitable individuals who meet the above criteria can be taught the requirements in role.
  • Experience in logistics or support activity.
  • Experience in capability and acquisition or requirements management.
  • Experience in assurance.
  • Experience as a coordinator / personal assistant / personal secretary.
  • Information management (for example, online filing / document management / record keeping).
  • Practitioner Level Development Pathway is essential to the role however, if not already held, can be completed once in role (to be started on joining and completed within the first six months)
  • Capability and Acquisition Fundamentals is essential to the role however, if not already held (to be completed within the first six months).

Responsibilities

  • Support and manage team Information Manager / Information Exploitation to ensure information is appropriately managed in support of assuring programmes and projects
  • Fulfil a Co-ord function for the Logistics Policy Assurance team encouraging better ways of working and team efficiency
  • Support Logistic Policy Assurance team with delivery of Support Assurance Boards for Army programmes/projects on behalf of Assistant Chief of Staff Logistics (a Brigadier) at key programme/project milestones
  • Support generation of Support Maturity Reports for programmes/projects for Logistics Policy Assurance team on behalf of Assistant Chief of Staff Logistics at key programme/project milestones
  • Attend Capability Integration Working Groups and Logistic Support Committees for programmes/projects to enable situational awareness and oversight
  • Assist the Logistics Policy Assurance team in supporting Urgent Capability Requirement and Rapid Acquisition Tasks procedures and programme/project management as required
  • Deputise as required

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Army - Logistic Policy Assurance Officer.

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Andover, SP11 8HJ.

What are the main responsibilities of the Logistic Policy Assurance Officer?

Main responsibilities include managing team information, supporting the Logistic Policy Assurance team, delivering Support Assurance Boards, generating Support Maturity Reports, attending working groups and committees, assisting with urgent capability requirements, and deputising as needed.

What are the working hours for this role?

The position is advertised for 37 hours per week.

What essential skills are required for this job?

Essential skills include good communication skills, computer literacy, analytical skills, stakeholder engagement, a good level of IT literacy, and the ability to work both unsupervised and as part of a team.

Is previous experience in logistics required for this role?

No, while experience in logistics or support activity is desirable, it is not required; suitable individuals can be taught the requirements in the role.

What kind of training is provided once in the role?

Practitioner Level Development Pathway and Capability and Acquisition Fundamentals are essential and will be completed within the first six months after starting the role.

Is the position eligible for relocation expenses?

No, the post does not offer relocation expenses.

How does the Ministry of Defence support diversity and inclusion?

The Ministry of Defence embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities and runs a Disability Confident Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Will candidates be reimbursed for travel expenses to interviews?

No, expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.

What is the salary for the Logistic Policy Assurance Officer position?

The salary is £29,580, with additional contributions towards the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.

Who should applicants contact for more information about the job?

Applicants can contact Tracey Grundy at tracey.grundy222@mod.gov.uk for more information.

What type of contract is this role?

This position is a permanent role within the Civil Service.

What security checks are required for successful candidates?

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check and meet security requirements for a security check level.

Are there flexible working options for this role?

Yes, there are flexible working options available.

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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