Defence Intelligence, Futures & Analytical Methods – Learning, Instructor

Defence Intelligence (DI) is seeking a motivated individual to support the development of the intelligence assessment profession within Defence. This exciting role will play a pivotal part in improving intelligence assessment standards through the training and development of our growing cadre of all-source intelligence assessment specialists.  

This position is part-time, working ‘term-time only’ (equivalent to 3.75 days per week). Alternate working patterns within the available hours may be considered.

If post is based in London it will attract the relevant London weighting, if Wyton or Chicksands then this does not apply.

About DI 

Defence Intelligence (DI) is at the heart of Defence’s decision making, identifying threats and opportunities, and providing analysis and advice to policy makers and commanders. This includes some of the most sensitive work in Defence and is fundamental to ensuring the safety, security, and prosperity of the UK. Our people solve problems, create understanding and give perspective to the diverse and complex Defence threats and challenges in a rapidly changing world. Together our civilians and military personnel are responsible for providing timely intelligence products, assessments and advice, informing decision-makers and giving perspective to the diverse and complex challenges Defence faces in a constantly evolving world. 

In DI we believe your unique experiences, view and understanding of the world could provide a vital perspective and contribution to our work. We recognise that great minds do not think alike and are striving to increase our diversity representation at all levels. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire, train and promote people based on merit and aspire to create an inclusive workplace free of discrimination. All job adverts in DI are subject to fair and open competition. 

We are looking for a professional, motivated professional to share their experience, knowledge and enthusiasm on the DI’s flagship intelligence analysis courses.  

Defence Intelligence, Futures & Analytical Methods – Learning (DI FAM-L) is responsible for the delivery of training, including the Defence Intelligence Analysis Module (DIAM) (focussing on structured analytical techniques, epistemology, psychology and best practice in generation of intelligence assessments) and other education and training events to support DI and defence priorities. These roles work in a small team that designs, adapts, and delivers lectures and workshops on analytical techniques, delivering DI’s flagship intelligence analysis course, enabling students to attain a City & Guilds Level 3 qualification.  

This small (six educators) active team is directed by Deputy Chief Defence Intelligence (DCDI) to deliver analysis training to civilian and military staff working in Defence Intelligence, and members of the wider Intelligence Community. The Instructors carry the primary responsibility for training by the Branch, and maintaining standards of delivery. The post also assists the Branch Manager with the management of the Branch, and covers in their absence. The Instructors have shared responsibility for FAM-L input to researching the requirement for specific analysis training across the Defence and wider intelligence communities and, where appropriate, designing, facilitating and delivering this training.   

The majority of training is conducted at UKSC Chicksands. Training is sometimes requested to be delivered at other UK sites, and abroad.  

DI aspires to be an exemplar equal opportunities employer, and create a workplace which values diversity and is free from any form of discrimination. This post is open to those seeking alternative work patterns, including job share.  

This post is advertised to be based at: RAF Wyton, Cambridgeshire; UKSC Chicksands, Bedfordshire or MOD Main Building, Whitehall, London. 

• In conjunction with the other FAM-L instructors, deliver, validate and update as necessary all elements of the Defence Intelligence Analysis Module (DIAM) and follow-up support to analysts in the workplace. 
• Assist with the design and delivery of other analysis and assessment courses and workshops, including with other partner organisations and the single services.
• Assist with the design and delivery of overseas capacity-building training to friendly nations, and in accordance with overseas customer requirements. This may provide opportunities to travel abroad.
• Assist in the research of future requirements for intelligence analysis training across the defence and intelligence communities. Build relationships with a wide network to understand changes in future analytical methods and IT requirements, changes in teaching methods and other courses available to staff. 
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with other relevant organisations (particularly those of the UK and US intelligence communities) and assist with identification, sharing and exploitation of best practice within the intelligence community. 
• Maintain close contacts with and maintain currency with DI analysts’ work practices. 
• Administer, invigilate and assess C&G Level 3 exam in Intelligence Analysis. The successful candidate must be willing to qualify as an assessor for the City and Guilds Exam. 
• Ensure your continued professional development in areas of specialist knowledge. 

Desirable Skills and Qualifications:  

• At least 3 years recent experience of all-source intelligence analysis, or equivalent (e.g. through academia, think-tanks, research institutions, etc)
• A City and Guilds Level 3 Examination in Intelligence Analysis, or equivalent. Alternatively, 5 years’ experience and a commitment to take and pass the exam within 2 months of joining may be acceptable. 
• A training/education qualification from a recognised academic institution or is willing to work towards a qualification whilst in post.  

We’ll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Leadership
• Developing Self and Others

We’ll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• PHIA – Analysis, Tradecraft and Assessment (PHIA, Highly Proficient Level)

We offer a range of excellent pro-rata benefits including but not limited to the following: 

• All successful candidates will be eligible to join the Civil Service Pension Scheme. 
• Holiday – 25-day annual leave allowance per year increasing by 1 day per year (maximum 30 days per year). In addition, 8 statutory Bank Holidays and 1 privilege day per year. 
• Complementing our generous annual leave allowance, we also have a flexible working scheme. The scheme allows you to work additional hours, over the standard 7 hours 24 minutes per day, to accumulate credit which enables you to earn up to 3 days leave every 4 weeks with an additional 2 days over the Christmas period resulting in a possible 41 days additional leave per year. The flexi-time scheme becomes available upon completion of 6 months service. 
• Additional working pattern options – we have a strong culture of flexible working and encourage all employees to have a healthy work/life balance. We offer a wide range of potential working patterns, including part time, job share and compressed hours. These need to be balanced with business needs so they will vary from job to job. If you would like to know more, please speak to the Recruiting Line Manager. 
• Professional Development – We are committed to your continued professional and personal development with learning as one of our core values. 
• Health and Wellbeing – for a small fee we offer the staff the use of the exceptional site gymnasium facilities. 
• We also offer an excellent range of family-friendly benefits, for example, enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave. 
• Special Paid Leave to volunteer up to 6 days a year 

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.

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.

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.

Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.

Any move to MOD 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/.

Job contact :

• Name : Matt
• Email : DIFAM-LGroupMailbox@mod.gov.uk

Recruitment team

• Email : DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk