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An exciting opportunity for an individual to work at one of the RAF’s busiest Stations. RAF Waddington in Lincolnshire is the hub of UK Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) and the main operating base for airborne intelligence aircraft and systems. The RAF Waddington Records Manager (RM) will join the Station Knowledge and Information Manager (KIM), in supporting the Station Information Asset Owner (IAO) and Senior Information Officers (SIO) to be the focal point for Records Management at RAF Waddington. This focus will enable efficient and effective storage and exploitation of information.

As part of RAF Waddington, a constantly evolving, fast paced working environment you will have the exciting opportunity to join a small but hardworking team that is responsible for delivering Knowledge and Information Management, and Data Protection collaboratively engages with customers and other partners face to face, by phone, and online.

This post is advertised as 37 hours per week.

The RAF Waddington RM will be accountable for Electronic and Paper Records governance within RAF Waddington. The position supports information lifecycle management at RAF Waddington, in accordance with the Law, policy and guidance. The RM will be part of the wider Information Management Team and the RAF Information Policy Division who will provide the additional necessary expertise when required.

The RM encompasses the Deputy Local Data Protection Advisor role, ensuring the Station is compliant with the Data Protection Act 2018, Government Data Protection Regulations, Defence and RAF Policy.

The key responsibilities associated with the role are:

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  Supporting the KIM in executing the Unit Information Management Plan and Directive.
• Acting as the Subject Matter Expert providing management and administration on all aspects of Records Management.
• Maintaining familiarity with Defence IM policy and protocols and ensure MOD policy, legal/regulatory requirements and department instructions for Records Management are applied at RAF Waddington.
• Provision of advice and guidance on the application of data protection legislation.
• Support RAF Waddington activities in response to Subject Access Requests (SAR’s).

We are looking for a motivated individual who will need to be flexible and adaptable, work well in a small team and be able to act on their own initiative, quickly develop good working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders; perform effectively to deadlines, maintaining focus in challenging situations and adapting to find solutions that meet needs of stakeholder.

During the recruitment process, the applicant will be required to demonstrate an understanding of Information Management, GDPR and DPA 2018. The role requires well-developed IT Skills (Microsoft Office 365 Products).

The successful candidate in post will undertake essential MOD/Civil Service training.

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

• Changing and Improving
• Communicating and Influencing
• Delivering at Pace
• Leadership
• Working Together

• Learning and development tailored to your role
• An environment with flexible working options
• · A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity · A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
• Free Parking
• Free On-Site Gym
• 25 days paid annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years’ service.
• In addition to 8 public holidays per year, you will also receive leave for HM The King’s birthday

This post does not offer any assistance with relocation allowances.

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, expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.

Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/.”

Posts based in London will attract the relevant London weighting.

The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment by 31st December 2022. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments.

Job contact :

Name :
Squadron Leader Adrian Fox
Email :
[email protected]
Telephone :
0300 1570353

Recruitment team :

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