86233 - Policy Officer: Union

The national salary range is £27,223 - £28,613, London salary range is £31,169 - £32,760. Your salary will be dependent on your base location.
Number of jobs available
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Detail of reserve list
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12 Months
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London, Wales
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Cardiff , London
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LAA William Morgan House FLR11, CF10 1EP, WALES OFFICE LONDON, SW1A 2NP
Grade
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EO
EO
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Fixed Term , Loan
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Up to 18 Month Fixed Term Contract or Loan with Possibility of Extension or Permanency
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Full Time
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Governance, Policy
Office of the Secretary of State for WalesJob Description for Policy Officer: UnionJob Title Policy Officer: UnionPay Grade EOLocation Ty William Morgan, Cardiff, CF10 1EP / Gwydyr House, London, SW1A 2NPReports to SEO – Senior Policy Advisor: UnionContract 18 Month Fixed Term Contract or Loan with Possibility of Extension or PermanencyClearance CTC (See Additional Information)About the Office of the Secretary of State for WalesThe Office of the Secretary of State for Wales is the face of the UK Government in Wales and the voice of Wales in Westminster. We support the Secretary of State for Wales and the Ministerial team in representing Wales at the heart of Government. We work in partnership with other Government Departments and other stakeholders to deliver a stronger Wales within a strong and prosperous United Kingdom.Our departmental values are Commitment, Collaboration, and Quality. These shape how we operate in a challenging, demanding, and fast paced environment which requires flexibility, transparency, and professionalism.The Office is based over two sites, with one base in Cardiff and another in London. As an accredited smarter working organisation, we offer considerable flexibility around ‘the way we work’. We have great technology and an attractive employee benefits package which includes a commitment to investing in the learning & development of our staff.About the teamThe Union Team works across Whitehall and with the Welsh Government to ensure the Welsh devolution settlement works effectively. It is responsible for a wide range of devolution issues that relate to Wales, including Welsh issues in the UK Government’s legislative programmes.It also works on a cross-Whitehall basis on constitutional issues, including inter-governmental relations and common frameworks. Its wider responsibilities also include EU and foreign policy matters, and elections in Wales. The post holder is responsible for delivering key aspects of this work.Key ResponsibilitiesAs part of the Union team, you will be responsible for drafting official and Ministerial level correspondence and providing briefing to the Secretary of State and Ministers on a range of areas within the team’s portfolio.This role will involve:• Providing high quality advice and written briefing to the Secretary of State and Ministers on matters relating to the Union and constitution, with a focus on the Welsh aspects of relevant issues.• Drafting responses to official and Ministerial level correspondence on a range of issues in line with internal procedures and deadlines.• Monitoring constitutional developments affecting Wales and reporting back to members of the team, including Special Advisers and Ministers.• Working with Other Government Departments across Whitehall, the Welsh Government, and wider external stakeholders in Wales to ensure that Welsh interests are fully reflected in UK Government policy.• Working with colleagues from across the Wales Office to support the Union team’s work in developing and reporting on the Office’s wider priorities.• There are no line management responsibilities for this role.This list is not intended to be exhaustive, and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances and after consultation with the postholder.Person SpecificationThe successful candidate will be a self-starter, able to work under their own initiative and form strong, productive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders to deliver the Government’s priorities for Wales. This role provides an excellent opportunity to work as part of a small team to develop policy making skills and political awareness in a fast-moving environment.Please evidence in your Statement of Suitability how closely you match the essential criteria:• Excellent IT skills.• A high command of the English language with good note-taking skills and proven experience in administrative matters.• A confident communicator with the ability to liaise with stakeholders at all levels.• The ability to work autonomously and deliver high-quality results.• Written and verbal Welsh language skills are highly desirable, but not essential.Recruitment ProcessThis campaign will be undertaken using the Civil Service Success Profile framework. You will need to provide evidence in your application to cover the following behaviours:• Working Together (Lead Behaviour) (Application & Interview)• Communicating and Influencing (Application & Interview)• Delivering at Pace (Interview Only)• Managing a Quality Service (Interview Only)In the event of a high volume of applicants, we will sift only on the lead behaviour to create a shortlist for interview.Additional InformationThe Office of the Secretary of State for Wales is not an employer in its own right. Staff recruited to work at the OSSW will be employees of the Ministry of Justice who provide employment services on our behalf.This role requires CTC level clearance. Applicants for National Security Clearance (CTC) must be resident in the UK for 3 years immediately prior to their application for Security Clearance. If you have spent significant time abroad (a total of 6 months in the past 3 years), you would be required to give a reasonable account of the reasons why.If you do not meet the above requirement, you may still be considered for the role if, for example:• You have been serving overseas with HM Armed Forces or in some other official capacity as a representative of HM Government.• You were studying abroad.• You were living overseas with parents.
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Working Arrangements & Further Information The MoJ offers Hybrid Working arrangements where business need allows. This is an informal, non-contractual form of flexible working that blends working from your base location, different MoJ sites and / or from home (please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas). Some roles will not be suitable for Hybrid Working. Similarly, Hybrid Working will not suit everyone’s circumstances. Arrangements will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate(s) and subject to regular review. For nationally advertised roles, the successful candidate(s) will be appointed to a
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office location, which may include their nearest Justice Collaboration Centre or Justice Satellite Office. This will be discussed and agreed on the completion of pre-employment checks.
Some of MoJ’s terms and conditions of service are changing as part of Civil Service reform. The changes will apply to staff joining MoJ who are new to the Civil Service. Staff joining MoJ from other civil service employers will transfer onto the new MoJ terms if they are already on 'modernised' terms in their current post or onto 'unmodernised' MoJ terms if they are on 'unmodernised' terms at their current post. Details will be available if an offer is made.
MoJ candidates who are on a specialist grade, will be able to retain their grade on lateral transfer. All candidates who are currently in receipt of Mark Time / Pay Protection should ensure they are familiar with the new policy on permanent and temporary promotion which can be found on the employee intranet.Flexible working hoursThe Ministry of Justice offers a flexible working system in many offices. Standard full time working hours are 37 hours per week. MoJ welcomes part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns, where they meet the demands of the role and business needs. All applications for part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns will be considered in accordance with the MoJ’s Flexible Working policy.BenefitsThe MoJ offers a range of benefits:Annual LeaveA nnual leave is 25 days on appointment and will increase to 30 days after five years’ service. There is also a scheme to allow qualifying staff to buy or sell up to three days leave each year. Additional paid time off for public holidays and 1 privilege day. Leave for part-time and job share posts will be calculated on a pro-rata basis.PensionThe Civil Service offers a choice of pension schemes, giving you the flexibility to choose the pension that suits you best.TrainingThe Ministry of Justice is committed to staff development and offers an extensive range of training and development opportunities.NetworksThe opportunity to join employee-run networks that have been established to provide advice and support and to enable the views of employees from minority groups to be expressed direct to senior management. There are currently networks for employees of minority ethnic origin, employees with disabilities, employees with caring responsibilities, women employees, and lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender employees.SupportA range of ‘Family Friendly’ policies such as opportunities to work reduced hours or job share.Access to flexible benefits such as voluntary benefits, retail vouchers and discounts on a range of goods and services.For moves to or from another employer or moves across the Civil Service this can have implications on your eligibility to carry on claiming childcare vouchers. You may however be eligible for alternative government childcare support schemes, including Tax Free Childcare. More information can be found on GOV.UK
or Childcare Choices . You can determine your eligibility at  .Paid paternity, adoption and maternity leave.Free annual sight tests for employees who use computer screens.Working for the Civil ServiceThe Civil Service Code
sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles . Should you feel that the recruitment process has breached the recruitment principles you are able to raise a formal complaint in the following orderTo Shared Service Connected Ltd (0845 241 5358 (Monday to Friday 8am - 6pm) or e mail ##### );To Ministry of Justice Resourcing team (##### );To the Civil Service Commission (details available here )The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident employer, MoJ are committed to providing everyone with the opportunity to demonstrate their skills, talent and abilities, by making adjustments throughout all elements of the recruitment process and in the workplace. MoJ are able to offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum selection criteria, except in a limited number of campaigns.For more information on applying for a role as a candidate with a disability or long-term condition, please see our Disability Confident Scheme Frequently Asked Questions
webpage.You will be able to request reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process within the application form. If you need additional help completing the application form, please contact the SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team.We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging. To find out more about how we do this visit: .
To apply for roles in MOJ you will need to confirm your employment history for at least 3 years prior to the date of application so that pre-employment checks (BPSS) can be undertaken. If you have spent significant time abroad (a total of 6 months in the past 3 years) you would be required to give a reasonable account of the reasons why. For some roles you will be required to successfully complete National Security Vetting at Counter Terrorism (CTC), Security Clearance (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV) level as a condition of appointment. To meet CTC/SC/DV requirements you will normally need to have been resident in the UK for at least 3/5/10 years prior to the date of application (The level of checks that are required are stated in the advert).If you do not meet the above requirements, you may still be considered if, for example:You've been serving overseas with HM Forces or in some other official capacity as a representative of HM GovernmentYou were studying abroadYou were living overseas with parentsIn such cases you will need to be able to provide referee cover for the period(s) of residence overseas. The duration of overseas residence and the country of abode will also be taken into account.
Success Profiles
Success Profiles will enable a fairer and more inclusive method of recruitment by enabling us to assess the range of experiences, abilities, strengths, behaviours and technical/professional skills required for different roles. This flexible approach to recruitment focuses more on finding the right candidate for the specific role. To find out more about Success Profiles to support your application please click here for further guidance .
We have provided detail of the assessment stages and areas being assessed to help you prepare for completing your application form, and to advise of what will be assessed following this, if you successfully pass the application stage.Application form stage assessments Behaviours
Working Together - 250 word limit
Communicating and Influencing - 250 word limit
Experience
Statement of Suitability - 750 word limit
A sift based on the lead behaviour, Working Together, may be held if a large number of applications are received. If a large number of applications remain after the initial sift, your application will be progressed to a full sift, where all behaviours will then be considered. Interview stage assessments There is 1 interview stage for this vacancy.
Behaviours
Working Together
Communicating and Influencing
Delivering at Pace
Managing a Quality Service
Any candidate who has been assessed as being appointable to the role they applied for may be offered a similar, lower grade role, if one is available. Furthermore, any candidate who has just missed meeting the criteria for a particular role, may be appointed to a similar role at a lower grade if such a role is available, and if they have been assessed as meeting the criteria for the lower grade role. These appointments will also be made in merit order. A Great Place to Work for VeteransThe "Making the Civil Service a Great Place to work for veterans" initiative includes a guaranteed interview scheme to those who meet the minimum criteria to provide eligible former members of the Armed Forces with opportunities to secure rewarding jobs. Allowing veterans to continue to serve their country, and to bring highly skilled individuals with a broad range of experience into the Civil Service in an environment, which recognises and values your previous service in the Armed Forces.For further details about the initiative and eligibility requirements visit : Redeployment Interview SchemeCivil Service departments are expected to explore redeployment opportunities before making an individual redundant. The MoJ are committed, as part of the Redeployment Interview Scheme, to providing opportunities to those who are 'at risk of redundancy'.MoJ are able to offer an interview to eligible candidates who meet the minimum selection criteria, except in a limited number of campaigns. Candidate's will not be eligible for the Redeployment Interview Scheme if they are applying on promotion. This job is broadly open to the following groups:
· nationals of the Republic of Ireland
· nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
· nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window) 
· nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
· individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
· Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
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