AMS PSR

On behalf of the MOD, we are looking for a Research and Insights Project Manager (Inside IR35) for a 6 month contract based remotely but does Include occasional visits to either the London or York office for meetings as required

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) is a central government department with a mission to protect our country and provide the ultimate guarantee of its security and independence, as well as helping to protect its values and interests abroad.

The Office for Veterans’ Affairs (OVA), part of the Ministry of Defence (MOD), champions veterans of the UK Armed Forces and their families. The OVA works across the UK government and beyond to deliver for veterans, helping them to make brilliant contributions to society after service.

Joining the Digital & Insight team offers a unique opportunity to explore the innovative use of digital and data technologies and building insights through dedicated research to enhance the veteran experience. 

SC Clearance is an essential requirement for this role, as a minimum you must be willing & eligible to undergo checks.  Please note, due to the exceptional requirements of this position (short-term nature of this role and speed at which we require a postholder in situ) preference may be given to candidates who meet all of the essential criteria and hold active security clearance. 

As a Research and Insights Project Manager, your main responsibilities will be

• Managing multiple research and data projects across a portfolio of work
• Collaborating with stakeholders to design and implement projects for research and VALOUR
• Developing knowledge mobilisation techniques and guidance to ensure access to high-quality resources
• Monitoring, evaluating, and disseminating learnings from OVA-funded research grants
• Provide feedback and critical review of new and emerging research/evidence reports
• Write and publish summaries of evidence reports, breaking down complex research narratives suitable for a lay audience

Essential Skills

• Experience of managing research projects, start to finish, to deliver tangible outcomes and benefits
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships
• Experience of writing and reviewing methodologies in research and evidence practice
• Relevant experience of research project management, literature reviews and report synthesis
• Familiarity with knowledge mobilisation approaches and facilitating evidence into policy and practice
• Knowledge of the research environment and experience with working with multiple stakeholders to facilitate evidence into policy and practice

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level (e.g., degree in sciences, economics, social research or a similar subject area) or equivalent level of experience

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of an academic research environment
• Experience of working in the context of armed forces and/or ex-military personnel
• Track-record of peer-reviewed publications

Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas.

Disability Confident 

As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, the Ministry Of Defence guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance.

Armed Forces Covenant

Ministry of Defence guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance.

In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following “this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different.