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Do you want to work for the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) and play a key role in keeping our country safe through caring for the Defence estate and those that depend on it? DIO manages the Defence estate, one of the UKs largest and most diverse property portfolios, enabling the armed forces and Defence civilians to live, work, train and deploy. From net carbon-zero accommodation to runways for the F35 fighter jets, our outputs are unique in the UK and across the globe!
Learn much more about DIO in our Candidate Information Guide attached.
About DIO
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Job description
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to evidence-based decision-making on behalf of UK Defence, by supporting the efficient migration of data from third party suppliers to DIO, leveraging technology to evaluate the quality of DIO data, and providing insightful feedback for resolution and further investigation. The role is critical in ensuring that the effective use of data is underpinned by a thorough evaluation of its quality, and that effective plans are in place for its management and capture.
Learn much more about DIO in our Candidate Information Guide attached.
Person specification
The Data Exploitation (DEx) Data team leads on the delivery of data in support of analytical projects for Defence customers. In addition, the team has a central role, providing guidance, support and governance to analysts and users across DIO.
This role offers the opportunity to drive data excellence within DIO by coordinating data migration efforts and evaluating data quality of transferred data to the organisation.
To accomplish this, the following responsibilities will be carried out:
- Familiarise self with data standards affecting data collection in DIO and participate in the advancement of these standards in collaboration with other teams – relaying emerging needs regarding standards as required.
- Share any identified issues found during data migration, or integration assessments, which may need wider input / support, or further monitoring.
- Ensure smooth migration of data to DIO, preserving data integrity and understanding.
- Collaborate with DIO stakeholders to identify opportunities to enhance data collection.
- Network with professionals across DIO, other government agencies, and the data analytics community to foster knowledge sharing and idea exchange.
You will be supported in your role, and benefit through targeted training, and mentorship from the wider team to up-skill you. We ultimately strive to ensure you have the skills and the confidence you need to operate with a degree of freedom.
This role requires the ability to think through alternate solutions to the status quo and question whether we are as efficient and effective as possible. We recognise that this is dependent upon a clear understanding of DIO operations and procedures, as well as the knowledge of technologies available to provide alternative solutions. It will take time, and a desire to explore and learn about the organisation is essential to being successful in the role.
This post currently has no direct line management responsibilities, however there will be many opportunities to support colleagues and engage in a range of leadership activities.
Desirable Experience & Skills
Experience using any of the following is desirable but not essential:
- Knowledge of Structured Query Language (SQL) (either Procedural Language (PL) SQL, or Transact SQL) or a desire to work towards gaining the skills and knowledge.
- Strong familiarity with Microsoft Excel : formulas, pivot tables, power queries etc. or a desire to work towards qualifications to gain these skills
Behaviours
We’ll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
Technical skills
We’ll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:
- SFIA 8: Level 5
Data Management (DATM). Developing and implementing plans, policies, and practices that control, protect and optimise the value of data assets.
(https://modgovuk.sharepoint.com/sites/IntranetCivilianHRPeoplePortal/Documents/SFIA8.pdf
Benefits
£9,528 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.
Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
Offered Benefits
- Highly competitive Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 27%
- Alternative working practices such as working from home
- Opportunity to join one of our several D&I Networks. We value diversity and are committed to being an equal opportunities employer
- 25 days annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years service
- Enhanced Parental Leave
- Most sites have free car parking, Sports & Social Clubs, Gym, on site shops and subsidised canteens
To learn more about our full range of benefits, view our Candidate Information Guide attached.
Allowances
This post does not offer any assistance with relocation allowances.
Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.
Employment Hours
The post advertised is for 37 hours net, however the Ministry of Defence offers a range of flexibilities to enable a better work-life balance for employees. Flexible working, Part-time working and Job Share working patterns will be considered.
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Selection process details
Please ensure that at the application and interview stages of the campaign you review the Success Profiles Framework to assist you in the demonstration of your skills and experience.
Your suitability for the role will be assessed using the Success Profile elements that have been chosen for this campaign. Each element will be scored accordingly, and the successful candidate will be appointed on merit.
At application you will be assessed against the following:
Experience:
- CV including: Full Qualification Details, Job History, Previous Skills & Experience. Please ensure that you explain all skills and experience that are relevant to the advertised role
- Personal statement: Please use examples to demonstrate relevant, suitable experience of working in a data environment and how they are suitable for the role
Technical:
- SFIA 8: Level 5: Data Management (DATM). Developing and implementing plans, policies, and practices that control, protect and optimise the value of data assets.
At interview you will be assessed against the above PLUS the following:
Behaviours:
- Changing and Improving
- Leadership
- Managing a Quality Service
We want to offer opportunities to all who are successful at interview for our roles, but this isn’t always possible, so we do hold candidates on an active reserve list for 12 months. It is also possible that we may offer similar lower graded role/s to reserve candidates or, if no reserves are appointed, candidates that meet the lower grade criteria in merit order.
Application sifting is scheduled to take place on week commencing: 08/12/2023.
Interviews are currently taking place via Face to Face or remotely through a digital platform, this will be confirmed with the successful candidates who are invited to an interview and will be conducted week commencing: 15/12/2023.
A minimum of 2 full working days notice will be provided for interviews. We endeavour to stick to these dates, but these are subject to change around business needs.
To assist with your application please find attached below:
- DIO Candidate Information Guide
- DIO Candidate Information Guide – Accessible Version
- SFIA8.pdf (sharepoint.com)
For help and support with your application check out our
Civil Service Careers Homepage and the How to apply section
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
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Contact point for applicants
Job contact :
- Name : Aaron Brown
- Email : aaron.brown179@mod.gov.uk
- Telephone : 03001534467
Recruitment team
- Email : DBSCivPers-DIOResourcing@mod.gov.uk
Further information
Applicants should monitor their Civil Service Jobs application centre regularly for updates.
Some of MoDs Terms and Conditions of Service (TACOS) changed from 3 February 2014. Those TACOS changes applied to Broader Banded and Skill Zone staff who were new recruits to MoD or who were appointed to a post on substantive promotion, progression or advancement. On the same basis, the TACOS for Departmental Retained Grades changed with effect from 01 September 2014. The document attached to this advertisement provides more information.
Any move to Ministry of Defence from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/
If you need to contact Defence Business Services (DBS) regarding this vacancy, please contact the DIO Enhanced Recruitment Team on DBSCivPers-DIOResourcing@mod.gov.uk
Complaints
Please be aware that the selection and interviewing of applicants is the responsibility of the Recruiting Line Manager (RLM) and not the Defence Business Services (DBS) Resourcing team. DBS do not play any part in the selection and interviewing process.
Therefore, if you wish to discuss your feedback, or you are dissatisfied with your scores, you should in the first instance raise this with the Recruiting Line Manager of the vacancy.
If you are dissatisfied with the service you have received from DBS, or believe that DBS has failed to follow the recruitment process in line with the Civil Service Commission principles of selection for appointment on merit on the basis of Fair and Open competition, you can raise a formal complaint by writing to DBS at the following address:
Defence Business Services, Scanning Hub, PO Box 38, Cheadle Hulme, SK8 7NU
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Travel Costs
There will be no reimbursement for any travel expenses for the interview.
Nationality Statement
As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came into effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points-based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical.
This role does not meet that category and we will not sponsor a visa. It is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected, and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn.
Smoke-Free Working Environment Policy
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. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment by 31st December 2022. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments.
