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DE&S Head International Relations Group

DE&S Head International Relations Group

Temporary

Salary £70,000 - £92,000 (plus benefits) Summary DE&S History DE&S was created in April 2007, integrating the Defence Procurement Agency (DPA) and the Defence Logistics Organisation (DLO). This merger combined DPA responsibilities for buying military capability (materiel, equipment and services) with those of DLO for supporting the armed forces throughout the lifecycle of an operation or exercise (training and deployment, maintenance and upgrade and supply chain operations). In 2014 DE&S became a Bespoke Trading Entity (BTE), operating as an Arm’s Length Body within the MOD. This new status has given DE&S a strengthened customer-supplier relationship with the military and facilitates a more business-like approach. The organisation also has a set of management freedoms that are unique across Government, which recognise the specialist nature of the organisation and what DE&S delivers. Set within an operating cost envelope designed to drive efficiencies, the freedoms allow changes to be implemented outside of Government norms, particularly around the management of people. DE&S Organisation DE&S operates and delivers chiefly through 4 delivery domains, all headed by a Director General – DG Air, DG Land, DG Ships and DG Strategic Enablers along with 4 enabling Directorates, DG Commercial, DG Resources, Director HR and Director Strategy and Corporate Ops. These are supported by 9 Functions who manage the deployment of suitably qualified and experienced staff to deliver against the business plans and priorities; the largest Function is Engineering. DE&S has undergone a significant transformation to a performance-focused organisation that delivers the best for its customers. With a steadfast focus on delivery we are committed to our DE&S @21 vision of Great Delivery, Great People, and a Great Place to work and everything we do is encapsulated in one of these 3 descriptors helping us to secure the best deals for our customers and work with suppliers to deliver the best solutions. Job description The Head of International Relations Group (IRG) reports into the Director of Strategy and Corporate Operations but works closely with the Chief Executive and members of the Executive Committee. It is the policy owner for equipment related international arrangements and US export controls. It is the defence representative on international organisations such as Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation (OCCAR), North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO), Letter of Intent (LOI) Executive Committee and bilateral Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) management. The role provides subject matter expertise on European Defence and Technology Industrial Base and on EU initiatives on defence and security, such as the European Defence Fund. It also provides advice and guidance to Project Teams (PTs) on international acquisition delivery, with particular focus on US, France, Germany, Italy, Sweden and Australia. The main challenge of the role is ensuring the DES voice is heard within MOD Head Office and across Whitehall in terms of practical implementation of cooperative capability programmes, and ensuring we are seen as adding value as a collaborative partner, maintaining the reputation of the NAD, MOD and the UK. An international acquisition stream is seen as essential by the ExCo to ensure that DE&S capability and capacity is retained to manage cooperative programmes successfully, and to exploit exports in support of prosperity. Effective stakeholder engagement is key, as is being able to confidently deliver consistent and coherent key messages on the international stage. The Hd IRG is seen within the Brussels community as the expert on European armaments matters - the representational role has huge influence within the respective armament’s agencies and partner governments. The Head of IRG acts as National Armaments Director (NAD) at the Equipment Design Authority (EDA) NAD Steering Board, helping to support the CEO at the NATO CNAD, as well as operating as the UK representative on the UK/Norway annual armaments talks, providing unique opportunities to influence and shape our capability relationships with key nations and enable delivery of DES key outputs. Responsibilities The following responsibilities, whilst not an exhaustive list, are required for successful execution of the role: • Provide policy advice and support to DE&S Project Teams and other stakeholders on international Defence acquisition matters through the International Relations Group • Strategically support the CEO by understanding the key challenges across the breadth of the DE&S and SDA portfolios and wider Defence • Support the development of corporate products, including Business Plans, framework documents and ensure secretariat support to DE&S CEO in the NAD role • Coordinate and drive change initiatives across the enterprise. This will include the development and delivery of targeted engagement strategies for different stakeholder communities, ensuring coherency of activity • Provide leadership to and engagement with team ensuring understanding of their goals and deliverables Professional Knowledge and Experience As a successful Head of International Relations Group, you must have: Essential: • Experience operating in a senior leadership role within a large and highly complex organisation, in both steady state and through transformational change • Demonstrable experience of MOD Head Office ways of working, culture and ministerial engagement • International experience - in any of the following functions: Commercial, Programme Management or Diplomacy • Working with industry or international partners • Experience of working in multi-cultural teams Desirable: • Foreign language proficiency • Working abroad – e.g. in an international organisation or an Embassy Personal Skills • Ability to work collaboratively across a range of stakeholders and across DE&S and SDA, within wider government and industry environments • Strong personal credibility with exceptional influencing and negotiating skills, the ability to impact across a broad spectrum, and to resolve conflicts at a high level • Results focused and ‘can do’ mind-set with an eye for identifying and optimizing people processes • Ability to work autonomously and with ambiguity to deliver an agenda built on constant improvement • Commercial acumen, and ability to apply this to people related solutions • Willingness to undertake extensive, international, travel Benefits

Learning and development tailored to your role • An environment with flexible working options • A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity • A Civil Service pension

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Salary £39,100 - £46,000 per annum (plus benefits) Job description British Forces Post Office (BFPO) sits within the Logistics Delivery Operating Centre, in DE&S. BFPO and the Main Sorting Office facility are located at RAF Northolt in Ruislip, West London and is a renowned brand across Defence. It has a long distinguished history of providing postal and courier services for the UK Armed Forces and their dependants around the world. The Finance Team in BFPO plays a critical role in the integrity, consistency and accuracy of the BFPO delegated budget with regard to management of accounts, planning and budgeting, and in-year performance reporting. They are currently seeking a Cost Controller who will be the most senior finance representative within the organisation and as such, will be a critical hire to ensure financial robustness within a large multi-site organisation. Whilst this is a leadership role, it is also a hands on role which will require the individual to get involved in the day to day operations. As a Cost Controller you will be responsible for managing a team of cost control finance staff to ensure all project costs are represented, controlled and maintained in the DE&S financial and performance systems. You will work with suppliers and stakeholders to integrate relevant cost and performance information and you will be responsible for ensuring performance and forecasting data is interpreted, challenged and communicated with key stakeholders to drive delivery. You will be the focal point for financial advice and guidance to, senior stakeholders around the organisation and therefore must be flexible and have the ability to work on their own initiative and as an effective member of the Management Team. The job will entail working to tight deadlines and will require the post-holder to demonstrate drive and determination to complete tasks accurately and professionally. In person, you will possess good interpersonal, communication and relationship building skills with experience of working collaboratively with teams, across functions and with all levels. You will be dedicated to personal and business improvement. These posts represent a real opportunity to be involved with the continual development of best practice within DE&S and SDA Project Controls / Finance environment. You will need to provide evidence of: - Experience of financial and funding forecasts in a delivery environment - Experience of financial and performance reporting and audit support - Experience of financial risk management and investment decisions - Have proven strong communication skills, team working and stakeholder engagement skills in providing advice on complex decision making Responsibilities These roles would suit project cost management / finance professionals ideally with some experience in delivery projects through the stages of design, procurement and construction/production. A background in the defence sector is not a prerequisite as we welcome applicants from a broad spectrum of industries and sectors from either a financial or Project Cost Control background. Responsibilities include: - Cost management in a project delivery environment - Production /maintenance of accurate and timely accruals-based actuals and forecasts - Production of financial performance reporting information in a baseline and delivery environment, investigating/explaining variances from budget - Analysis and communication of complex cost information to all levels of the organisation. - Performance Management / Earned Value Management (APM EVM) - Engagement with Planning and Estimating sub-functions and the integration of financial risk and change control processes - Team management, coaching and development - Stakeholder identification and management Due to security requirements these posts will require candidates to obtain security clearance (Security check). Please note that you may be considered for similar positions at the level below the advertised role. BFPO Northolt recruitment and retention allowance of £1,750 pa as well as the Outer London Weighting of £1,500 pa. BFPO has free onsite parking, an onsite canteen and gymnasium. Please be aware DE&S HQ is based in Bristol and as such occasional travel to Bristol will likely be necessary for business purposes. What's in it for you? You will receive a generous benefits package including market leading employer pension contributions of around 21% of your salary (not including any personal contribution), annual bonuses, a flexible working pattern to fit you, 25 days holiday +1 additional day every year you work up to 30 days with plenty of opportunity for movement and promotion. Some of our sites include an onsite gym, onsite restaurants, cafes and much more. Find out more about what we offer by clicking here or by using 'The Little Book of Big Benefits' booklet PDF at the bottom of this page. Applicants should be aware that any move across the Civil Service on or after 5 October 2018 may have implications on an employee’s ability to carry on claiming childcare vouchers. About DE&S/SDA and your team The force behind the armed forces, DE&S is a highly specialised, branch of the MoD, operating with a budget of £178 billion over the next 10 years. From the procurement of aircraft carriers to the provision of food, we ensure our armed forces have the equipment and support they need to achieve their operations. We employ over 12,000 people across more than 150 locations around the world. The Project Controls Function is responsible for providing the right information, at the right time, to support better-informed decisions. Driving accountability, responsibility and efficiency across DE&S, our Project Controls teams are involved in all phases of every project helping to predict and oversee the time and cost management of these projects. From Estimating, Risk Management and Cost Control, to Planning and Scheduling and Project Controls Management, our people are crucial to the successful delivery of our work.

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