Total 4 Director/C-Level Administrative / Clerical job vacancies

The incumbent of this position serves as the Deputy Director for the Department of Defense (DoD) Special Access Program Central Office (SAPCO) responsible for the program management oversight and governance of all DoD SAPs in the functional areas of acquisition, financial management, budget, procurement, security, export, and Low Observable/Counter Low Observable policies.

Major duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Establishes oversight procedures related to planning and executing some of DoD's most highly classified programs within the government and industry.
• Responsible for leading change by exercising leadership skills, encouraging creative thinking and innovation, and influencing others toward improved SAPs and processes.
• Builds coalitions and effective communications avenues on issues relating to SAP implementation.
• Identifies and defines major planning, management, and problem areas pertaining to all aspects of directorate programs. Analysis of programs and problem areas serves as an input to development of long-range plans and programming options for issue resolution. Develops recommendations based upon in-depth analysis of issues and consideration of overall program missions, budgetary constraints, technological advances, political environment, and resources.
• Acts as a recognized expert in assigned areas, and develops, interprets, and implements policies as well as procedures to support the DoD SAPCO organization. Provides authoritative guidance in problem areas where policy and direction are lacking, based upon mastery of complex policies, guidance, and law.
• Works closely with a variety of external organizations to resolve programmatic issues and participate in special projects. Articulates these policies to affected staff, senior leaders (including the DoD SAPCO), and DoD organizations, and to other agencies, Congress, academia, and industry. Prepares and provides factual reference material for use during senior DoD briefings and Congressional hearings.

Under the general direction of the Deputy Chief Information Officer, the Associate Chief Information Officer (ACIO) for Application and Digital Solutions leads the Office and advises the DOT CIO on enhanced application development and digital solution strategies to optimize business processes and achieve DOT's strategic goals.

The Associate CIO provides expert guidance and insight regarding an array of technology initiatives and develops recommendations and strategies to facilitate their implementation in a strategic and innovative manner. The candidate also serves as an expert on DOT’s application development and digital solution initiatives, providing guidance to OCIO leadership on system modernization in a manner consistent with DOT’s mission and program objectives.

The ACIO establishes a clear vision for modernizing and stabilizing systems managed at DOT. Serves as a digital solutions adviser, steward for improving system stability, liaison for implementing modern techniques, and developer of new digital solutions. The incumbent serves as the principal advisor to OCIO leadership, introducing new technologies and digital transformation strategies for applications throughout DOT and the national transportation infrastructure. Stimulates the use of innovative solutions by: providing guidance during program planning, resource acquisition, and allocation processes; participating in the program systems planning processes as a thought leader and change agent; and developing supporting plans that are aligned to DOT’s strategic goals.

The ACIO encourages the utilization of emerging technology to improve services and reduce costs. The incumbent analyzes IT resources to better match capabilities with technology demands and overall Departmental interests. The incumbent continuously advises top leadership on major IT products and/or service delivery issues and recommends improvements to IT initiatives, as appropriate.

As the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), you will oversee the major functions, services, and operational programs supported by and aligned under the Office of Enterprise Readiness (ERO). The Office is comprised of the Administrative Operations Division which drives, supports, and promotes various administrative functions and programs of the Secret Service to include administrative operations, vehicle lease management, personal property management, real property management, as well as procurement policy and management. You will be responsible for the overall leadership, strategic management, and annual performance in these areas and for promoting development and continuous improvement in management policies, practices, workflow and productivity, workforce skills and experience, and resource management to ensure the most efficient and effective means of support are provided in overall agency operations.

As a key executive advisor, you will inform the Chief Management Officer and the Chief Operating Officer of challenges or issues that have significant implications for the agency and work to resolve any deficiencies which directly impact the investigative and protective operations of the Secret Service. Your stewardship of ERO and its programs will require oversight of facilities and property management through several subordinate managers, who directly supervise facility and property management specialists, fleet management specialists, logistics and warehousing specialists, and support personnel in the worldwide management of Secret Service facilities and property.

The primary duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Oversees program planning activities for real and personal property, vehicle fleet management, integrated supply logistics and warehousing, space utilization and sustainability, and centralized procurement activities for all equipment, supplies, and services for Secret Service operations worldwide.
• Promotes the development of alternative solutions to problems arising from changes in work situations that have an impact on administrative program operations. Monitors and evaluates overall program effectiveness with a view toward efficient accomplishment of objectives.
• Represents leadership in administrative communications with internal partners, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and its components, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and other Federal agencies; defines objectives and priorities, and coordinates activities associated with administrative support functions. Develops and maintains liaison with officials from other Federal agencies as well as state and local agencies, the private sector, administrators of other related programs and professional associations, and OMB.
• Participates in policy development or revision activities; assures thorough and accurate policy and regulatory interpretations on the part of subordinate officials; and is accountable for the smooth functioning and coordination of programs under his/her authority.
• Directs short and long-range program plans and projections, oversees budget development, reviews budget forecast and justifications; conducts a comprehensive evaluation of organizational goals, objectives, achievements, staffing and equipment requirements, and organizational structure, and identifies and implements solutions to operational problems and issues to ensure the efficient and effective completion of work assignments and projects.
• Keeps abreast of newly proposed or enacted legislation impacting procurement programs, program innovations at the Federal, state, and local levels, and in the private sector. Provides authoritative interpretations, instructions, and guidance relative to all phases of readiness and administrative operation management. Provides information and guidance at meetings with senior officials of the Secret Service.

Personal Assistant to Port Director & Deputy Port Director

Salary: Band 7 - £31,067 - £35,235 p.a.

Permanent

37 hours per week Monday to Friday

The City Council controls all its maritime activities through the Port Service. Portsmouth International Port comprises the International Cruise and Ferry Port, Flathouse and Albert Johnson Quays and the Camber.

What is the role?

This is a brilliant opportunity to join us and provide a Personal Assistant service to the Port Director (PD) of Portsmouth International Port, diary and travel management for the Deputy Port Director (DPD) and manage both reception and a business support administrator, who provides support to the senior management team at the port.

Please click HERE for the full job profile which gives you all of the main duties of the role!

Who is the person?

You need to have:

1. Excellent literacy and numeracy (GCSE level or equivalent in English and Maths is required due to the administrative work involved in the role.

2. Formal secretarial qualification or equivalent standard is desirable or experience of working as an effective personal Assistant at Director level, with the ability to take concise minutes and capture actions accurately, preferably in a corporate environment.

3. Excellent communication and customer service skills.

4. The ability to converse at ease with customers and politicians.

5. Excellent grammar to be able to draft letters from a short brief.

6. Excellent organisational skills.

7. Proficient with M365 applications, including Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, Word and Powerpoint.

9. Shorthand (beneficial but not essential).

10. Experience of working to tight deadlines in a dynamic environment and using own initiative to problem solve.

11. Experience of diary management and outstanding organisation skills to ensure that the PD and DPD have everything required for the day ahead.

12. Good attention to detail with proven ability to think ahead and plan workload.

13. Proven experience of analysing office management processes to make them more efficient.

14. Cost management through challenging invoice payments. Setting up orders and checking invoices.

If you have any questions, or would like an informal discussion about the role, please call Mike Sellers, Port Director on 023 9285 5901.

Closing date: 1st December 2024

Interviews: 16th/17th December 2024

When completing the application form, please thoroughly tailor your application to the 'Who is the Person' points with the use of examples from your experience and attach this as a cover letter in the Supporting Documents section. This is really important or you are likely not to be shortlisted. Please ensure your C.V. is tailored to the role following the advice above. And that it includes include your full work history, explaining any gaps and includes employers name and address. Please click HERE for the full job profile!

All employees and third parties working at the Portsmouth International Port are subject to a Substance Misuse - Drug & Alcohol Testing Policy and the Port reserves the right to carry out with cause and random testing.

You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.

We are a disability confident employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible and welcome applications from all areas of society.

We really appreciate our employees and fully realise they are essential to our success and look to offer an inclusive, supportive working environment where employees can reach their potentials with a healthy work life balance, offering the following rewards:

• A generous pension scheme
• Up to 31 days annual leave per year pro rata + bank holidays
• We offer flexible working options including hybrid working with a minimum of two days office based per week pro rata, giving you the flexibility to work up to three days at home every week. Hybrid working is dependent on the role and service needs, exact details will be discussed with you at interview.
• A range of retail discounts via our reward portal offering discounts at retailers including IKEA, Currys, Tesco
• Free Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellbeing support
• Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities including apprenticeships
• Potential to purchase additional annual leave
• Business travel support and initiatives, including bike loans