SO2 SPORTS POLICY

A vacancy has arisen for a Squadron Leader (Any Branch) to serve as SO2 Sport Policy in the Directorate of Royal Air Force Sport (DRS) – RAF Halton - within No 22 Gp on Full Time Reserve Service (LC) Terms and Conditions of Service (TCoS), with an initial proposed start date of 06 December 2021 (or earlier, but not before 01 September 2021).

DRS is a 1* pillar within 22 Gp providing policy, governance and assurance to 50 sports associations with 90 different disciplines.  DRS is responsible for the development and implementation of RAF Sport policy aligned with Government, MOD, Sport England and sports’ National Governing Body direction and guidance; appropriate governance in both public and non-public areas; the safe conduct of sport under the RAF Sport Safety Management System, under the Inspector Sport Safety (RAF) model; and propriety of the non-public governance of association sport.

The successful applicant will inform, develop, implement and maintain sport policy for a ‘Whole Force’ approach for MOD, UKAF and RAF representative levels and for unit sport.  They will also inform wider MOD and RAF personnel, training, medical and financial policy as it pertains to sport, as required.

They are the Line Manager for the SO3 RAF Sport Assurance role, and will provide advice and capacity to the role when required.

• Must either have been, or currently, be a Squadron Leader (Any Branch) or above, or a Flt Lt eligible for promotion.     (Note: All personnel with 4 years’ seniority and a positive promotion recommendation on their current OJAR can be considered by a PSB.) in accordance with AP 3393 Vol 1 and AP 7000. All promotions will be ratified by means of a promotion board. 
• Ability to travel nationwide and internationally.
• Experience of working at Board/Executive Committee and Executive Team level with demonstrable experience gained from previous similar roles.
• Some experience in some/all policy, audit, assurance and safety management.
• Very good written and oral communication skills.
• Experience as a leader with the ability to empower other team members and provide guidance to volunteers running RAF sport associations. 

• Knowledge of Defence governance as it relates to sport in the military.
• Experience of working in a management role within a charity, public and/or not-for-profit organisation.
• A comprehensive understanding of Safety Management Systems.
• An understanding of the sports sector landscape in the UK.
• HQ staff environment experience.
• Computer literate, competent with MS Office packages 

A Selection Board will carry out a rigorous selection process for this post, based principally on an applicant’s last 4 appraisal reports as required.  Telephone Enquiries concerning this vacancy should be made to: Sqn Ldr Cornish 01296657133 or 95237 x 7133

Applications.  Candidate applications, with a maximum 2-page CV (to include copies of last 4 appraisal reports as required) should be sent to: Sqn Ldr Christian Cornish, Directorate of RAF Sport, Room 43, Kermode Hall, RAF Halton, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England, HP22 5PG. Military 95237 7133, Civilian 01296 657133,  email Christian.cornish805@mod.gov.uk

The closing date for applications is 30 Jun 21 and interviews (unless prom board required) will take place week commencing 5 Jul 21.

Unless already commissioned in the Reserve Air Forces the successful applicant will be required to be commissioned in the RAFR with a liability for call-out for permanent service. 

The appointment is on Full Time Reserve Service (Limited Commitment) TCoS in accordance with AP 3392 Vol 7 Part 1 Chapter 16 and AP3392 Vol 7 Part 3 Chapter 2 for an initial period of up to 31 December 2024. 

Confirmation of appointment will depend on successful completion of a RAF Medical Board.  Personnel who do not meet the Age/Permanent Joint Medical Employment Standard (PJMES) may apply for the appointment but will only be considered subject to an executive 

Applicants of an equivalent rank from sister Services may apply but will only be accepted into RAFR service if an appropriate branch/trade sponsor can be identified to sponsor the applicant.  Branch/trade sponsor approval must be agreed before the interview.

Regular Service Applicants.  Personnel currently serving in the Regular Royal Air Force should be mindful of the current Early Termination Minimum Waiting Time (MWT) for their respective Rank, Branch and ensure this MWT is compatible with the post sponsor’s proposed start date, prior to applying. 

Ex-service candidates who have been administratively discharged through the QR1027 process will have their applications rejected as they are not eligible to join the RAF Reserves in accordance with AP 3391 (Vol 3, Lft 207, Annex L, Para 1a).

Pension Issues.  Personnel who qualify for a service pension should take financial advice from Defence Business Services (DBS) Pensions Department on the effect that undertaking reserve service has on their pension (details can be found on the JPA splash screen). Additional guidance can also be found at https://www.gov.uk/guidance/pensions-and-compensation-for-veterans. Of particular note is reference to the ‘Effect of Re-employment on Commutation’. 

Flexible Working Arrangements. In accordance with the Flexible Working (FW) Policy, Reserves personnel are able to request FW arrangements with their line manager.  Any immediate FW requirements should be agreed with the line management at the interview stage. 

Individual Reinforcement Training (IRT) (Module 1) and RAF Fitness Test (RAFFT).  Reserve personnel are required to maintain currency in IRT and the RAFFT iaw the relevant TCoS.  The successful applicant will be expected to undertake IRT and the RAFFT within 6 months of commencing employment (if required). 

Annual Salary and Leave.  Pay will be in accordance with the pay scales published for the reserve air forces.  Leave entitlement is detailed in JSP 760. 

Accommodation.  Personnel serving on FTRS (LC) TCoS are eligible to occupy Single Living Accommodation (SLA) if available, at entitled rates, if serving within the Air Command TLB.