Defence Digital - Data Skills and Culture Senior Manager

Ministry of Defence

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Details

Reference number

395681

Salary

£59,690

This position is eligible for the appropriate London weighting allowance where applicable.

A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%

Job grade

Grade 7

Contract type

Permanent

Business area

MOD - Strategic Command

Type of role

Architecture and Data
Business Management and Improvement
Digital
Information Technology

Working pattern

Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time

Number of jobs available

1

Location

MOD Corsham, Main Building, London

About the job

Job summary

Defence Digital ensures our Armed Forces remain among the most technologically advanced in the world. We do this by putting innovative and effective technology into the hands of over 200,000 users, from the boardroom to the front line.

We lead on cutting-edge data science, automation, and cyber security at scale. Our mission goes beyond the battlefield by leading humanitarian efforts and driving digital innovation that impacts lives across the globe.

Defence Digital forms part of Strategic Command which manages the MOD’s joint capabilities for the Army, RAF, and Royal Navy.

Working at Defence Digital

Passionate about using your skills to make a critical difference? Your next career move could be here!

The Senior Data Skills and Culture Manager plays a critical role within the Defence Data Office, supporting the Deputy Head of Data Skills and Culture to drive data related culture change, enable the development of critical data skills and communities, and improve the data literacy of all Defence personnel.

As part of the Data and Information Enablement team, the Data Skills and Culture team aims to foster a ‘data first’ culture in Defence and ensure all personnel are empowered with the right knowledge and skills to manage, access, and use data and information in an effective, secure and trusted way to ensure decision advantage.

Defence is on a ground-breaking journey to become a digital and data enabled organisation maximising data as a strategic asset. We are driving a new way of thinking in data and instilling a culture where data pervades beyond individual use, project, or programme, and can be maximised to drive persistent value pan-Defence. The Defence Data Office is professionalising MOD’s data capabilities, driving the Data directive and authority on programmes, aligning data resources, and implementing governance and control pan-Defence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the delivery of data literacy education in Defence, including the contract and stakeholder management of the Data Literacy Programme and the Level 3 Apprenticeship.
• Lead the delivery of a programme of events and activities to help embed data awareness and drive behaviour change pan Defence. This includes leading a matrix team to deliver the flagship annual event, Defence Data Day.
• Contribute to the development of the Defence Data and Information Centre of Expertise, as part of the Digital Skills for Defence (DS4D) programme.
• Work with Data Office leaders and relevant SMEs to set the strategic direction for Defence data and information communities and lead a programme of events and activities to build data awareness, knowledge sharing and collaboration across Defence.
• Support the facilitation of a working group for the delivery of the Defence Women in Data® partnership.
• Contribute to raising the profile of data and information within Defence, working with the Deputy Head of Skills and Culture on the communication and engagement strategy to raise the profile of data in Defence; work with Defence communications professionals to implement and cascade communications messages through available and appropriate channels.
• Monitor the success of, and engagement with, data culture change events and activities. Use these insights to evaluate and report on the activity and to inform continuous improvement.

This role aligns to the Data Governance manager on the Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework. For more information follow this link Data Governance Manager

Person specification

To be successful in this role you will be passionate about embedding a ‘data first’ mindset in organisations. You will have proven experience delivering initiatives to build the skills and drive the culture that enables a data driven organisation. You will be outcome focussed with strong experience leading matrix teams to deliver projects. Your excellent interpersonal and communication skills, coupled with your dedication to inclusive practices, means you build long term stakeholder partnerships based on trust, shared goals, honest engagement, and excellent delivery.

Application

When submitting your CV, please highlight your career history and experience relevant to this role. Additionally, refer to the “Things You Need to Know” section of the advert and provide a personal statement (max.1250 words) demonstrating the Essential Criteria listed below:

• Understanding of the data and information landscape in UK government, with an appreciation of the data skills and development requirements for both professional communities and the wider workforce.
• Experience of managing projects effectively, applying appropriate project delivery methodology and governance, ensuring delivery to required cost, time, and quality
• Evidence of delivering impact through events and activities for data and information communities.
• Experience of delivering communications campaigns, developing engaging messages for a range of audiences and delivering through appropriate channels.
• Ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders, understanding their needs, collaborating on delivery, and managing expectations effectively.

Behaviours

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

• Leadership
• Seeing the Big Picture
• Delivering at Pace
• Working Together
• Communicating and Influencing

Benefits

Alongside your salary of £59,690, Ministry of Defence contributes £17,292 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.

• An environment with flexible working options
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
• 25 days annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years’ service
• In addition to 8 public holidays per year you will also receive leave for HM The King’s birthday
• Minimum of 15 Days Special Leave in a rolling 12-month period to for volunteer military or emergency service reserve commitments
• Special Paid Leave for volunteering up to 6 days a year
• Enhanced parental and adoption leave
• Employee Assistance Programme to support your wellbeing
• Most sites have good travel links with free car parking; many also have other facilities such as a Sports & Social Club and Gyms
• A highly competitive pension scheme.

Discover my benefits for more information

Learning & Development

In Defence Digital we have a strong learning and development ethos, supporting you to fulfil your potential by providing -

• Learning and development tailored to your role
• Professional and Personal Development of skills
• Access to thousands of training courses through Civil Service Learning, some free or paid by MOD
• Ability to obtain industry recognised qualifications supported by MOD

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. Requirements to attend other locations for official business, or work in another MOD office, will also count towards this level of attendance. Applicants can request further information regarding how this may work in their team from the Vacancy Holder (see advert for contact details). Defence Business Services cannot respond to any questions about working arrangements.

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.

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.

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/.

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 however some exemptions are in place, please refer to local guidance. 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.

MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey - we may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights.

Things you need to know

Selection process details

This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.

To apply please complete the CV template provided on the CS Jobs dashboard, ensuring your CV highlights your relevance to the Essential Criteria listed in the Person Specification above.

All applicants will also need to provide a personal statement (max. 1250 words) and it is vital that this includes evidence of the Essential Criteria. Your CV and personal statement will be scored 1-7 and make up part of your overall score to assess your suitability to be invited to interview.

Interview

At Interview Candidates will be assessed against the following Behaviours:

• Seeing the Big Picture
• Leadership
• Communicating & Influencing
• Working Together
• Delivering at Pace

Equality and Diversity

AI Usage in Job Applications
We encourage the use of technology to streamline the job application process. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can be helpful in generating ideas, improving writing style, and increasing efficiency. However, it is essential that any content submitted as part of a job application is truthful, accurate, and a genuine reflection of the applicant’s qualifications and experiences. Any use of AI should be supplementary to your own knowledge and abilities. Ultimately, the application should demonstrate your unique skills and suitability for the role.

Professional Framework Statement

Defence Digital operates an organisation model in which every individual belongs to a Government Profession. The successful applicant will be posted into one of the defined Government Professions on Standard Terms of Reference for the grade. Defence Digital reserves the right to move individuals between roles, within their allocated profession, to meet the needs of the business and in support of agile resourcing. Within Defence Digital each profession is led by a Professional Head of Community who will lead professional development and support the Continuous Professional Development path for their group.

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.

Strategic Command is going through a significant transformation programme which aims to improve the way the Command conducts its business and delivers for Defence and the nation. As a consequence of this, all posts within Strategic Command Headquarters and in time the wider organisation, are/will be subject to review and potential changes as we continuously improve across the period of the transformation programme. These changes may be minor or could be more substantive and will generate new opportunities. Throughout, the Command’s transformation programme is committed to following the MOD’s framework on managing and supporting people through the change process and places an emphasis on early and open consultation and engagement with the Command’s personnel and Trade Unions.

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check .

See our vetting charter .

People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard checks.

Nationality requirements

Open to UK nationals only.

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.

We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s recruitment principles .

The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.

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This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans initiative.

Contact point for applicants

Job contact :

• Name :Defence Digital Talent Acquisition Team
• Email :ukstratcomdd-hr-talentacqdel@mod.gov.uk

Recruitment team

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

Further information

Please ensure you read the attached candidate information document prior to completing your application. 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, Room 6124, Tomlinson House, Norcross Lane, Blackpool, FY5 3WP. If after raising your complaint with DBS you remain dissatisfied you can complain directly to the Civil Service Commission at the following address: , Civil Service commission, Room G/8, 1 Horse Guards Road, London, SW1A 2HQ Or by email:
info@csc.gov.uk.

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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: Up to £59,690.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: On the road