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2620 HQ CMD ADJ

Vacancy summary

Royal Air Force
1860889
OF-2 - Lt - Capt RM - Capt - Flt Lt
Flight Lieutenant

30/06/2023, 23:55 

October 2023
5 years
Royal Air Force
Regiment
Any
2620 SQN RAF Marham
Norfolk
United Kingdom
FTRS - Limited Commitment

Vacancy detail

A vacancy has arisen for a Flt Lt (Regiment) to serve as 2620 HQ CMD ADJ at 2620 Sqn RAF Marham on Full Time Reserve Service (Limited Commitment) Terms and Conditions of Service (TCoS), with an initial proposed start date of 02 October 23 or as administratively possible (whichever is sooner).

The successful applicant will be responsible to the Sqn OC for the daily routine management of the Sqn, and particularly Sqn HQ Staffs.  In addition, the Sqn Adjutant is responsible for all aspects of the Sqn’s recruiting and marketing activities, through the effective implementation of the Recruiting Strategy and element of the Sqn Directive.  The Adjutant also undertakes the role of Unit Employer Support Officer and is expected to attend regional and county Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association, Employer Engagement Group and DRM meetings on behalf of the OC.

The post holder will be expected to work some weekends, particularly throughout the summer, and plan, organise and participate in other Sqn training and recruiting events as necessary.  Applicants must be able to work independently and as part of a team, and have effective communication skills (written, verbal and presentational).

Applicants should note that one weekend of the month is a working weekend while training and exercises takes place, this however, will be shared amongst staff and time off in lieu will be granted for working over a weekend. The dates for all training weekends will be known well in advance. Also, the applicant may have to work the occasional Wednesday evening, but again time off in lieu will be granted. 

Working from home is encouraged and will be supported once the successful candidate is fully trained in the role. Applicants will be expected though to attend the office at least twice a week, then can work from home for the remainder of the week. 

Must either have been, or currently be, a Flight Lieutenant (Regiment).
  • Currently be a serving member of the RAF or RAF Reserves.
  • Familiar with the Employer Support role for reservists.
  • Marketing and/or recruiting experience, ideally in a Reserve Forces context.
  • Familiar with the administration required for a RAF or RAuxAF Regt Sqn.
  • RAF Recruiting Course or RAF Reserves’ Selection and Interview Techniques Course.
  • Unit Security Officer’s Course.
  • Diversity and Inclusion Course.

A Selection Board will carry out a rigorous selection process for this post, based principally on an applicant’s last 4 (for officers) appraisal reports as required.  Enquiries concerning this vacancy should be made to:

Name:  Sqn Ldr Jules Gavars

Tel:      0300 1573547

Candidate Applications. To apply for this role, you will need to click the Apply button at the bottom of this advert where an account will need to be created by the applicant.  (Please note the RAF is currently undertaking a trial of the online application process for a small number of roles).

Any enquiries regarding your application contact Sgt Lee Hasbury, Chf Clk, 2620 Sqn, RAF Marham, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, PE33 9NP. Tel: 0300 1586776

The closing date for applications is 30 June 2023 and interviews will take place week commencing 10 July 2023.

Unless already commissioned in the Reserve Air Forces the successful applicant will be required to be commissioned in the Royal Air Force Reserves 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 and AP3392 Vol 7 Part 3 Chapter 2 for an initial period of 5 years.

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 waiver process on a case-by-case basis.

Candidates who have been out of regular or reserve service for more than 5 years may be considered for this appointment.  Prior approval must be sought from the relevant Professions Advisor to confirm current and past experience prior to being invited to 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, Profession 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 and MMP116 - Re-employment. Of particular note is reference to the ‘Effect of Re-employment’ on Commutation and, for those leaving on a ‘preserved’ pension, the Resettlement Grant.

Transition between TCoS.  Personnel taking this appointment from other TCoS should consider the impact on any accrued entitlements, such as leave, resettlement etc and should seek specialist guidance where required as certain entitlements are TCoS specific and may not be retained or transferred on transition between TCoS. 

Flexible Working Arrangements. In accordance with the Flexible Working (FW) Policy, Reserve personnel can 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. However, due to a severe shortage, it is unlikely that accommodation will be available at RAF Marham.

This opportunity is closed to applications.