Programme Support Officer, (PSO) Air Enablers- Ministry of Defence-HEO
Ministry of Defence
Apply before 11:55 pm on Monday 16th September 2024
Air Command, Spitfire Block, RAF High Wycombe BUCKS
About the job
Job summary
Air's Capability and Programmes mission is to generate the components of air-power and develop our capabilities to achieve precise campaign effects across the spectrum of operations whenever and wherever they are required.
The Programme Management Office, part of Air Capability and Programmes located at Air Command, is responsible for supporting the delivery of the Air Mobility and Air Enablers sub-Portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Programme Management Office (PMO), where as a Project Support Officer you will be supporting the Programme Manager in the delivery of Air Capability Programmes. This job includes the opportunity to work from home and travel to UK locations on work-related duties.
This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.
Air Mobility and Air Enablers manages a variety of programmes which includes capability, delivery, maintenance and upgrade across the RAF Air Mobility Fleet, the RAF pilot training capability and innovating solutions to support Aircrew performance.
The role of the Project Support Officer covers a diverse range of activities to support the delivery of the project’s objectives. The Project Support Officer enables the smooth running of the project by supporting the project manager through the operation of project management processes, and the co-ordination of business management actions and activities on their behalf.
The role aligns with the Government Project Delivery Capability Framework and responsibilities include:
* Developing and/or managing the PMO outputs which are: Risks, Assumptions, Dependencies, Benefits, Stakeholder Engagement, Communications, Schedules, Lessons-from-Experience and Information.
* Managing the drumbeat of governance meetings for the programme, ensuring that the meetings deliver output of appropriate quality to allow the Senior Responsible Owner (who is accountable for the programme) to make key decisions.
* Supporting effective governance and decision making. Providing reporting and engaging in mechanisms that hold your Programme Manager to account for delivery.
* Engaging with assurance reviews and supporting action on recommendations. Organise assurance processes such as gateway reviews, as required.
* Ensuring effective Change Management processes are in place to agree and document changes to deliverables as agreed with stakeholders.
This role presents an excellent opportunity to gain valuable Portfolio, Programme and Project Management (P3M) experience across a diverse portfolio, enhanced by training opportunities that offer the ability to gain professional P3M qualifications.
Person specification
Who are we looking for?
* Ideally have or be willing to work towards qualifications in programme management. Training will be given where required.
* Have sound written and oral communications skills (writing records of meeting and liaising with Stakeholders).
* Be a good team member and be able to work supervised and independently.
* Deliver outputs within acceptable time limits and to an established battle-rhythm. On occasion turn work around quickly to meet wider demands.
* Take pride in your work and deliver to high standards.
* Show commitment to personal development.
* Be able to work from the office at RAF High Wycombe as well as from home and other UK locations.
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
* Learning and development tailored to your role
* An environment with flexible working options
* A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
* Location Allowance (this post attracts an additional High Wycombe Allowance)
* Cycle to work scheme access
* Flexible working arrangements
* 25 days paid annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years service.
* In addition to 8 public holidays per year.
* Enhanced parental and adoption leave.
Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. This is a non-contractual arrangement where all office-based employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in office, subject to capacity and any required workplace adjustments.
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.
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.
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CV:
Candidates will be required to provide CV details to include job history; qualification details and previous skills and experience.
Personal Statement:
Candidates will be required to provide a statement of suitability. (500 Word count)
At sift and interview, you will be assessed against the following Success Profiles Behaviours:
* Working Together
* Delivering at Pace
* Managing a Quality Service
* Making Effective Decisions
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
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