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Assistant Head Capability Development for Satellite Communications and future Position Navigation and Timing - UKStratCom

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UK Ministry of Defence

24d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Government & Politics
    Engineering

AI generated summary

  • You value teamwork and leadership, have a strategic mindset, appreciate technology, embrace challenges, balance priorities, and ideally have Line Management and Project/Programme Management experience.
  • You will support the team leader, oversee projects, manage staff, engage with industry and allies, ensure team progress, and generate reports while representing the team as needed.

Requirements

  • Value teamwork and see working with and leading others as the key to solving problems and seizing opportunities at all levels.
  • Have a strategic approach and methodical outlook to your work, reflecting longer-term nature of capability delivery.
  • Appreciate and have an interest in technology as it underpins all capability (you do not need not be a specialist). You will also recognise that people, processes and finance are equally, and some times more, important enablers.
  • Always want to challenge, test, analyse and explore any assumptions or proposals, and want to encourage others to do the same to help reach best outcomes and to develop those in the team and around you.
  • Be happy to be challenged and similarly enjoy discussing, presenting and evangelising ideas or a point of view on paper or in conversation with either specialists or seniors to support decision making.
  • Be comfortable balancing relative priorities in a busy HQ environment and helping others to do the same, balancing organisational output with the long term sustainability of the team.
  • Ideally have some Project/Programme Management experience but can be trained in-role. You would want to have Line Management experience.

Responsibilities

  • As the deputy within the Capability Directorate's Space team, you will support the team leader and our small group of military and civilian experts responsible for the development of Defence's future Satellite Communications capabilities and new approaches that will provide resilient alternates to GPS or other space based position services.
  • This work is vital and your contribution far reaching - in the contemporary battlefield our adversaries will use jamming, spoofing and other forms of attack to degrade our communications and navigation capabilities.
  • As these underpin all operational success, we must be ahead of the threat.
  • This includes overseeing the progress of programmes and projects, all in differing stages of their life-cycle and planning future capability choices to match the future operating environment.
  • You’ll work across both UK Strategic Command, externally with Front Line Commands, MOD Centre, and Partners across Government.
  • Innovation is a key aspect of the role, as well as overseeing the associated international activities and relationships.
  • Working with allies to identify opportunities for collaboration would be routine and you will also ensure UKStratCom’s Space work is closely cohered Space Command.
  • Engagement with industry, who deliver our capabilities and whose technology development can inspire our future requirements and investment choices, would also be a regular facet of your work.
  • A core aspect of the role will be supporting and leading the team on a day-to-day basis, helping them realise their potential and ensuring the whole team keeps pace with the variety of reports, returns and outputs that are essential to keeping the projects and programmes on track.
  • Duties will include acting on behalf of the Team Head in their absence, line managing 4x SEOs, generating papers and submissions to support senior decision makers, managing the team's status, tracking gaps, making sure reports are complete and overseeing role training and team development.
  • This post is based at Northwood Headquarters.
  • You would travel to other MOD/Government sites (Southern UK mostly) approx. once a week with periodic overnight or foreign travel.

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the Assistant Head Capability Development for Satellite Communications and Position Navigation and Timing?

The main responsibility is to support the development of Defence's future Satellite Communications capabilities and resilient alternatives to GPS or other space-based position services, ensuring the team is prepared for contemporary battlefield threats.

Where is the job based?

The job is based at Northwood Headquarters.

What are the working hours for this position?

The position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

Is travel required for this role?

Yes, travel to other MOD/Government sites (mostly in Southern UK) is required approximately once a week, along with periodic overnight or foreign travel.

What team will the Assistant Head be a part of?

The Assistant Head will be part of the Capability Directorate's Space team.

What experience is preferred for candidates applying for this role?

Ideally, candidates will have some project/programme management experience and line management experience but can be trained in-role.

What is a key aspect of the role?

A key aspect is leading and supporting the team on a day-to-day basis while ensuring projects and programmes remain on track.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, there are learning and development opportunities tailored to the role, including access to additional growth opportunities.

What benefits are included with this position?

Benefits include a Civil Service pension, flexible working opportunities, professional and personal development, enhanced annual leave, and various other employee support programs.

What security clearance is required for this position?

The successful candidate must hold Developed Vetting security clearance or meet the security requirements before being appointed.

How will candidates be assessed during the selection process?

Candidates will be assessed based on their behaviours and experience, specifically in leadership, working together, communicating and influencing, and making effective decisions.

Is the position only open to UK nationals?

Yes, this position is open to UK nationals only.

Will relocation expenses be provided?

No, the post does not offer relocation expenses.

What is the procedure for contacting the recruitment team?

Candidates can contact the recruitment team via email at DBSCivPers-ResourcingTeam3@mod.gov.uk.

What documentation is requested at the time of application?

Applicants need to provide a CV listing job history, qualifications, and experience, along with a short statement of suitability (250 words).

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