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CCF RN/RM HQ WO SUPPORT

Vacancy summary

Royal Navy
2157043
OR-8 - WO2, OR-9 - WO1 - WO/Macr
Warrant Officer 1, Warrant Officer 2

04/12/2022, 23:55 

2 YEARS
Royal Navy, Royal Marines
Any
Any
HQ CADETS YOUTH AND STEM (HMNB PORTSMOUTH)
Hampshire
United Kingdom
FTRS - Limited Commitment

Vacancy detail

A great opportunity has arisen for a WO1/WO2 (ANY) (rank-ranged OR8-OR9) to join the Combined Cadet Force (CCF) RN/RM team in the newly created WO (SUPPORT) role. This is an exciting new role, based currently in the CCF HQ, HMNB Portsmouth on a FTRS (Limited Commitment). 

As WO (SUPPORT) you are responsible for supporting CCF RN/RM SO2 (OPERATIONS) and the Senior Management Team. As WO (SUPPORT) you will manage and maintain the CCF RN/RM Section Risk Register, identifying new Sections where necessary and working alongside the Department for Education’s team of School Cadet Expansion Officers to support the Commander CCF RN/RM in taking forwards a new government-mandated phase of the Cadet Expansion Programme, supporting any project work convened in order to deliver an enduring solution for CCF RN/RM cadets. Your role is also lead for monitoring, co-ordinating and tracking the CCF RN/RM Biennial Review process, linking in with Regional Command to deliver the RN/RM aspect of a tri-Service CCF Contingent Inspection requirement. As WO2 (SUPPORT) you will also co-ordinate, plan and deliver the First Sea Lord CCF Cadets’ programme, including the nomination process. WO2 (SUPPORT) will also be responsible for establishing new, and furthering existing, links into key areas of the RN which can offer the Cadets an insight into the RN, developing a strong working relationship within these areas in order for the CCF RN/RM to make maximum advantage of all opportunities available. (This includes co-ordinating all Ship Visits, Affiliated Ship Visits, and visits to the RN DRIUs/Fire Fighting.) You should also proactively seek other opportunities from within the RN/RM which will add value to the Cadet Experience, and which will support the Cadets in gaining a wider understanding and appreciation of the RN.

This is a dynamic and intensely rewarding job, working in support of young people to deliver the Cadet Experience: providing a challenging and stimulating ‘Cadet Experience’ within schools that develops and inspires young people through the ethos and standards of the Royal Navy and Royal Marines. Ideally you will be motivated and committed to supporting young people, proactive and able to work both independently and at pace. Any necessary training will be given. Full details can be found in the Terms of Reference. 

Point of contact: Lt Cdr James MOSELEY, XO/SO2 TRAINING, James.Moseley446@mod.gov.uk

BACKGROUND 

The Strategy & Policy Directorate leads the development of RN strategy, through a strategic balance of investment process, manages RN engagement with Ministers, the Ministry of Defence, Parliament, the other Front-Line Commands, allied Navies, other Government Departments, the Maritime Enterprise, academia and think-tanks, and the general public, developing and coordinating corresponding Navy policy. 

The Combined Cadet Force RN/RM HQ, under Cadets, Youth & STEM, is responsible for delivering a challenging and stimulating ‘cadet experience’ within schools that develops and inspires young people through the ethos and standards of the Royal Navy and Royal Marines and raising awareness of the role of the Royal Navy.    

ROLE DESCRIPTION & SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES 

As the WO (Support) the postholder is responsible for supporting administrative and logistical support to CCF Sections and HQ to deliver cadet activities.  WO (Support) reports to the CCF RN/RM SO2 (Operations) and the Senior Management Team. WO (Support) manages the Risk (e,g, monitor numbers of cadets, adult volunteers) within CCF RN/RM Sections through the Risk Management process, assisting in the delivery of the Cadet Expansion Programme Phase 3. WO (Support) will also assist in the roll-out of the Cadet Experience Report. WO (Support) will also co-ordinate and deliver the 1SL Cadet programme annually. WO (Support) will also identify, plan and deliver visits and other opportunities for wider cadet engagement with the RN and RM.

Primary tasks include:

  • To support the Commander CCF RN/RM to monitor and maintain the Risk Register for designated CCF RN/RM Sections.
  • To identify new Sections where necessary through the advice and guidance of the Department for Education SCEO organisation in order to deliver the Cadet Expansion Programme Phase 3, which seeks to deliver a growth in RN cadet numbers by 1 April 2024.
  • Through WO (Training), to engage with Area Instructors to gather subjective Risk Assessments of RN/RM Sections in support of the CCF Risk Management Process.
  • To monitor, co-ordinate, track and arrange RN Inspecting Officers and HQ representation at School Contingent Annual/Biennial Review/Inspections.
  • To support in the delivery of the new Cadet Experience Report.
  • To co-ordinate, plan and deliver the CCF RN/RM First Sea Lord Cadets’ programme, including the nomination process.
  • To develop key links into areas and generate a network of key enablers within the RN and RM in order to take advantage of any opportunities on a rolling basis which will allow CCF cadets to better understand the RN e.g. ships visits, DRIU, Fire Fighting School.
  • To support any project work convened in order to deliver a future solution for RN/RM cadets.

Supporting tasks include:

•    To support SO2 (Operations) in ensuring the CCF RN/RM Sections are correctly staffed and cadet numbers are in line with establishment expectation.
•    To support the Administration Team in the delivery of their duties.
•    To support the Logistic team in the delivery of their duties. 
•    To support SO2 (Operations) on all Military FTRS and Civil Service interviews/employment and commitment renewal process.
•    To monitor CCF Cadet Regulations and provide updates into Regional Command as required.
•    To monitor and make changes to RN publications and Joint Service Instructions as required. 
•    To be the Divisional Officer for, and to manage the day-to-day matters arising from, nominated staff.
•    To visit CCF RN/RM Sections / Schools as required - in conjunction with RN YT and RN AI Instructors and engage with adult volunteers.
•    Promote and take part in HQ organised CCF (RN) Camps, Courses and activities afloat/ashore.

Must be an OR8 - OR9 of ANY specialisation.

Must be serving as a member of the Reserve Forces or have served with the Regular Forces.

Full UK Driving Licence (B, B1, B+E, C1, C1+E, D1) and willingness/ability to self-drive a Service vehicle to locations around the UK)

PERFORMANCE ATTRIBUTES:

Professional Effectiveness:    Must be able to able to deal with and prioritise workload and deadlines from a number of work strands at pace.  
Problem Solving & Decision Making:     To consult and propose solutions in conjunction with the lead SO2/Cdr CCF. 
Communication & Influence:     Must display good communication with an ability to inform and persuade in a logical, fluent, convincing manner. Staff work must be accurate with good attention to detail.  



Applicants will undergo an initial eligibility sift. Successful applicants will have their details forwarded to the Post Sponsor to arrange interviews. Unsuccessful applicants will be advised accordingly.

Following interviews; the successful applicant will be informed that they are the Preferred Candidate with details being sent to the CM RES FTRS Cell who will continue the recruitment process. Unsuccessful applicants will be advised accordingly.

Once the recruitment process is complete then the Preferred Candidate will be invited to take up FTRS.

INITIAL COMMITMENT LENGTH WILL BE 24 MONTHS WITH POTENTIAL TO EXTEND

The start date will be ASAP


Eligibility for FTRS/ADC

Any member of the Maritime Volunteer Reserves (RNR, RMR) or the Royal Fleet Reserves (RFR) (Ex-Regular Reserve) may volunteer to undertake a period of FTRS/ADC. Ex-Regular personnel whose RFR liability has run out may be re-instated to take up FTRS/ADC.

Applicants undertaking a period of FTRS/ADC must be suitably qualified by rate, specialisation, qualifications and experience to fill the posts for which they apply. Applications will be accepted from reservists who hold one rate or more above or one rate only below the advertised rate. Applicants one rate below may be interviewed at the discretion of the Line Manager and may be employed in the acting higher rate (excluding the advertised rate of WO2 or WO1) if they are suitable, qualified and meet current promotion regulations in all respects. Applicants prepared to serve in a position at a lower rate then the rate worn will be appropriate to that of the position. Exceptions will not normally be considered.

Applicants must also be medically fit to fulfil the duties which their Commitment will require them to undertake. Personnel who have been discharged P8 Permanently Unsuitable Naval Service through the MBOS and Employability Board will not be considered.

Ex-Regular Reserves other ranks of an equivalent rank from sister services may apply, however will have to transfer to the RFR and conduct a period of Marinisation if they are selected as the preferred candidate.

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