Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Falkland Islands About the job Job summary The Director of Policy, Economy & Corporate Services is accountable to the Chief Executive and is responsible for the delivery of a range of high-quality and responsive cross-governmental functions; to support the objectives of the Falkland Islands Government and the Islands Plan. Job description The Director is expected to work cross-governmentally to ensure that a coordinated approach is taken to the strategic development of the Directorate to support the economic development of the Falkland Islands. Their directionate has the following functions consisting of: communications & public diplomacy, environment, health & safety, human resources, policy, economic and statistical services, records management and the National Archives Person specification Masters degree or equivalent in public administration, public policy or public management Educated to first degree level. Substantial (10) years of experience in delivery of policy development, analysis or government services relevant to a small island context. Substantial (10) years of progressively senior management experience including management of staff and budgets. Proven ability to work with, and effectively manage, a range of senior professionals and resources. Experience of working in a highly political environment and providing advice to politicians and/or executive decision makers. Track record of collaboration with private, public and third sector agencies and stakeholders to deliver economic and social objectives. Benefits An Initial 4 Year Fixed Term Contract. Salary Range £106k - £117k, starting salary will be dependent upon qualifications and experience. Eligibility for a 25% Gratuity, paid upon successful completion of the contract. 30 Days Annual Leave, plus government and public holidays (totalling 41 days leave). Relocation Allowance, to help with moving costs. Flights Package for you and your dependents, including mid-term return flight home. Government Housing for rent at a subsidised rate and a starter pack to help you settle in. Note: If you are a civil servant or an employee of a public body, this advertised role is not within the Civil Service or an accredited Non Departmental Public Body. As such, your continuity of service may be affected if you apply and are successful, and you should check the appropriate guidance with your HR team or line manager.. This role may not include an option to apply for a Civil Service Pension, as it is outside the Civil Service. Things you need to know Selection process details Initial Interviews between Tuesday 7th and Friday 10th January 2025 Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Medical Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical. 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 Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) Working for the Civil Service Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission. 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. 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). Apply and further information 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 : Andrea Clausen Email : AClausennaturalresources.gov.fk Telephone : 50027260 Recruitment team Email : medwardssec.gov.fk Further information via www.jobs.gov.fk Attachments 241126 DPECS Advert text 2024 Opens in new window (doc, 41kB) 241126 DPECS Recruitment Pack 2024 - Candidate Brief Opens in new window (pdf, 3273kB) Apply at advertiser's site Share this page Print Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn GMail