About the job

Summary

The AIB Manager is responsible for management of the Aeronautical Information Bureau including the annual Civil Service reporting of 3 E1 Civil Servants on their routine tasks. Directly supervising the 3 E1s includes improvement and oversight of work practices and continuous improvement, the level of management provided is not limited to these sole tasks and the emphasis is on a proactive approach to assist in the assurance of information to support MoD requirements.

Defence Intelligence (DI) is part of the Ministry of Defence and provides intelligence analysis, specialist outputs and advice which supports decision making across all levels of defence and government. At the heart of DI, is the National Centre for Geospatial Intelligence (NCGI).? It is the primary provider of geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) advice and expertise, comprising imagery intelligence, geospatial analysis, geospatial services, foundation data and military mapping and, in partnership with the UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) and the Meteorological Office, assured data for Safety of Navigation. It is a national capability, recognisably operating alongside other national intelligence agencies and is the UK’s primary interface for international geospatial intelligence partners. This makes NCGI a unique, stimulating and diverse workplace

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

Job description

Responsibilities:

a. Direct line management responsibility for 3 x E1 graded staff within AIB.

b. The annual Civil Service reporting of 3 E1’s on their routine tasks.

c. Routine management of Aeronautical Information Bureau, Work Instructions and Terms of Reference.

d. Analysis and interpretation of Aeronautical Information.

e. Support services for the update and publication of information into the unit in accordance with AIRAC Cycle.

f. Editorial checking of all published aeronautical information summaries iaw Unit compliance & standards.

g. Develop a working knowledge of, and implement Units Quality Management System (QMS), ISO 9001.2015, European Directive 76-A (ED76-A) and Aeronautical Data Quality Implementation Rule (ADQIR).

h. Develop a working understanding of ICAO Annex 15 Aeronautical Information Services, ICAO PAN-AIMS Doc 10066, ICAO Annex 4 Aeronautical Charting.

i. Have a working knowledge of the products produced by No 1 AIDU.

j. Having a good working knowledge of NOTAM information and how they are applied to Flight Information Publications.

k. Attend relevant international aeronautical meetings and briefings and disseminate information.

In Defence Intelligence (DI) our people solve problems, create understanding and give perspective to the diverse and complex Defence threats and challenges in a rapidly changing world. Together our civilians and military personnel inform decision making in Defence, manage complex finance programmes and develop new technology.

In DI we believe your unique experiences, view and understanding of the world could provide a vital perspective and contribution to our work. We recognise that great minds do not think alike and are striving to increase our diversity representation at all levels. As an equal opportunities employer we hire, train and promote people based on merit and inspire to create an inclusive workplace free of discrimination. We also offer flexible working arrangements such as flexi-time, job share and compressed hours.

All jobs adverts in DI are subject to fair and open competition.

Responsibilities

Person Specification:

• Aeronautical knowledge

• IT competent (Microsoft suite)

• Line management capability

• Organisational skills

• Project management

• Prioritise, work under pressure and to meet strict deadlines

Desirable knowledge and skills–

Aeronautical Information Awareness

Data management

Managing International Relationships

Microsoft and Adobe Suite knowledge

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Seeing the Big Picture
• Leadership
• Communicating and Influencing
• Delivering at Pace

We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:

• Communicating and Influencing
• Delivering at Pace

Benefits

We offer a range of excellent benefits including but not limited to the following:

• All successful candidates will be eligible to join the Civil Service Pension Scheme.

• Leave entitlement - 25-day annual leave allowance per year increasing by 1 day per year (maximum 30 days per year). In addition, 8 statutory Bank Holidays and 1 privilege day per year.

• Outer London Weighting, currently at £1500 pa; Recruitment and Retention Allowance, currently at £1750 pa.?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.?

• Complementing our generous annual leave allowance, we also have a flexible working scheme.

• Additional working pattern options – we have a strong culture of flexible working and encourage all employees to have a healthy work/life balance. We offer a wide range of potential working patterns, including part time, job share and compressed hours. These need to be balanced with business needs so they will vary from job to job. If you would like to know more, please speak to the Recruiting Line Manager.

• Professional Development - We are committed to your continued professional and personal development with learning as one of our core values.

• Health and Wellbeing – for a small fee we offer the staff the use of the exceptional site gymnasium facilities.

• We also offer an excellent range of family-friendly benefits, for example, enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.

• Special Paid Leave to volunteer up to 6 days a year.

• RAF Northolt has free car parking and other facilities such as a Sports & Social Club, Gym and on-site shops

The post does not offer relocation expenses (move of home, excess fares or temporary transfer). Non Standard move applicants will be eligible for the full package, subject to eligibility.

Please note: Interview travel expenses will not be reimbursed.

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