Information Manager and Data Analyst

219442

£33,000

Permanent

MOD - Navy - HM Naval Base Portsmouth

Information Technology

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

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HM Naval Base Portsmouth

Her Majesty’s Naval Base Portsmouth (HMNBP) has been an integral part of the city since 1194. It is home to almost two-thirds of the Royal Navy's surface ships, including the new aircraft carriers HMS Queen Elizabeth; HMS Prince of Wales; the formidable Type 45 destroyers; Type 23 frigates; and mine countermeasures and fishery protection squadrons.

The base is a major employer and provides lodging facilities to RN personnel serving at the base and in Portsmouth-based ships.

HMNBP is one of three naval bases providing enabling support as part of the nation’s defence strategy. In doing so, HMNBP seeks to improve through science and technology to strengthen its security and defence at home and overseas. This requires continuous improvements in building capacity, capability and resilience through its people. It is the home base for assigned ships and ship’s companies preparing for operations. A key component of achieving this support is the ability to deliver the full range of increasingly sophisticated engineering support services.

The unique employment opportunities offered are varied, challenging and exciting and support Navy Command’s role to generate and operate forces for today and to ensure we are ready for tomorrow by developing and delivering the Navy of the future. Navy Command provides an open, flexible and supportive work environment and Civil Servants, Contractors and Armed Forces personnel work together in a wealth of interesting and challenging jobs in different disciplines.

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

The Information Manager and Data Analyst is part of the Strategy and Business Management Directorate of the Naval Base. The directorate delivers strategic direction and development to the NBC(P), whilst managing the smooth running of the Strategy and Planning Team (SPT) and providing stakeholder management and support to the external customers of the Future Operating Model (FOM). The directorate also plays the lead governance role in the delivery of the Future Maritime Support Programme (FMSP) which involves multiple supplier relations as coordinated by a MOD Intelligent Customer cadre via the Service Delivery Group (SDG). The directorate owns and delivers the Integrated Plan for the Naval Base on behalf of NBC(P).

Candidates are required to have excellent and proven Information Management and data analysis skills as well as Programme and Project Management experience.

Candidates are also asked to demonstrate experience in:

• Ability to respond dynamically to situations, often involving complex competing requirements , whilst keeping a broad stakeholder group (including senior stakeholders) informed.
• Clear communication style to seniors and subordinates to aid situational awareness
• Data led decision making at the working and operational levels.
• Experienced specialist with an in-depth knowledge of Information Management and Data Analysis.
• Background on delivery operations across a range of services and platforms

Working with a senior information manager this role will provide Management Information & Reporting (MI&R) support to the SDG as well as acting as its waterfront element of the Defence Equipment & Support (DES) FMSP Central Team MIDAS (Management of Information, Data Analysis and Support) workstream. The role manages the production, use and storage of FMSP commercial data and reporting, on behalf of the Strategy & Business Management Director. They will be responsible for overseeing the creation and on-going integrity of information products for NBC(P) and Directors, FMSP Central Team Strategic layer and Navy Command. Thereby supporting the HMNB(P) governance cycle, the activity of Service Delivery Group members and ensuring rigor is applied to MI across the FMSP enterprise in Portsmouth, drive innovation into the Digital Dockyard endeavour and act as interface with FMSP Central Team strategic layer in all matters MI&R.

Our aim in MOD is to have a fully embedded learning culture that allows you to develop personally and professionally and provide access to the learning you need, when you need it throughout your career. We are particularly committed to investing in the capability of our Civil Servants, giving you the direction, support and tools to do the best job you can.
In MOD, we promote the 70:20:10 model. We understand learning can take different forms including on the job practice, learning from others, networking as well as studying for courses. All staff are encouraged to take ownership of their development and take proactive steps to shape your own learning and development. This includes identifying learning needs, deciding the best way to meet these needs, undertaking learning and reflecting
MOD offers support and development in your career, including apprenticeships (If applicable to the role) which allow you to combine work and study by blending on-the-job training with social and classroom learning, encompassing all elements of the 70:20:10 model. Undertaking an apprenticeship is a recognised route of professional development.
On completion of an apprenticeship you gain the technical knowledge, practical experience and wider skills needed for your immediate job and future career. Successful candidates can discuss their development options with their line manager when in post.

We also provide first rate benefits for all our employees as we understand the commitments our staff have, both inside and outside of the workplace and our aim is to provide a place of work which allows the flexibility to maintain a work-life balance. These include:

• In addition to your salary is the potential for in-year performance and recognition awards
• Defined Benefit Pension Scheme with the option to buy additional contribution years
• Funded Learning Opportunities
• Career Progression through defined career pathways
• Talent management and succession planning
• Well-being advice
• 25 days paid annual leave rising by 1 day per completed year of service to a maximum 30 days
• Flexible Working Arrangements/Alternative Working Patterns
• Access to on-site facilities (gymnasium, various cafés, shops, post office, mess facilities etc)

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 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.

Please note: Interview travel expenses will not be reimbursed.

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