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Director, Data and AnalysisMinistry of Justice

SCS Pay Band 2 Reference: 1591677

Closing date: 23:59 on Tuesday 31 July 2018

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Director, Data and AnalysisCandidate Information Pack

Thank you for your interest in this role in the Ministry of Justice

Thank you for your interest in the Director, Data and Analysis role at the Ministry of Justice.

As a Department, we are determined to be evidence led and data driven in everything that we do and in this post, you’d have a key role to play in helping us deliver on that vision. That will mean getting involved in everything from supporting operational colleagues in the prisons and probation service to improve outcome for offenders; to evaluating the impact of our court reform programme or legal aid reforms; to supporting commercial and finance colleagues with business cases for procurements worth billions of pounds to helping HR colleagues to understand the data we collect on recruitment and retention of our people.

You will lead a team of 300 outstanding analysts from a wide range of backgrounds including talented economists, statisticians, operational and social researchers, as well as our innovative new data science team and will be responsible for engaging, nurturing and developing their capabilities as well as attracting the best and brightest analytical talent into the Department. So, you will need to be an exceptional leader as well as someone who understands the world of data and analysis.

The Ministry of Justice is a great place to be an analyst. We grapple with some of the biggest and most interesting policy and operational challenges in government and as Director, Data and Analysis you would be right at the heart of our mission to deliver a world class justice system that works for everyone. We seek applicants who are passionate about using data creatively to build evidence that will influence key decision makers across Whitehall and beyond.

If you are excited by this challenging role and believe you have the experience and skills we are looking for, we would be delighted to receive an application from you. If you would like to know more please do get in touch.

Justin RussellDirector General – Justice Analysis & Offender Policy Group


Welcome

Background to the Ministry of JusticeThe Ministry of Justice is a major government department, at the heart of the justice system. We deliver some of the most fundamental public services including courts, tribunals, prisons, legal services, youth justice, probation services, and attendance centres.

The organisation works together and with other government departments and agencies to bring the principles of justice to life for everyone in society. From our civil courts, tribunals and family law hearings, to criminal justice, prison and probation services. We work to ensure that sentences are served and offenders are encouraged to turn their lives around and become law-abiding citizens. We believe the principles of justice are pivotal and we are steadfast in our shared commitment to uphold them.

Our vision is to deliver a world-class justice system that works for everyone in society.

Our 4 strategic priorities to deliver our vision are:

• A prison and probation service that reforms offenders

• A modern courts and justice system

• A Global Britain that promotes the rule of law

• A transformed department that is simpler, smarter and more unified.

For more information on who we are and what we do, please visit: Ministry of Justice.


Background

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-justice

Job Title

Director, Data and Analysis

Vacancy reference

1591677

Salary

Candidates can expect to receive c.£100k per annum dependant on skills and experience.

Existing Civil Servants will be appointed in line with Civil Service pay rules.


Vacancy DescriptionThe Ministry of Justice (MoJ) Director for Data and Analysis has two key responsibilities:

• Strategic leadership of the analytic / data function within MoJ which provides analytical and data services to every part of the Department including two policy groups; Her Majesty’s Prisons and Probation Service; finance and commercial group and HR.

• Making MoJ a ‘data driven’ department in which every member of staff uses data and evidence to drive all of the decisions we make and to supply the tools which will make this possible.

The Director for Data and Analysis will have up to 8 Senior Civil Service Pay Band 1 direct reports and will lead a team of over 300 staff drawn from all four government analytical professions and a range of other backgrounds including a talented team of data scientists. You will be expected to advise Ministers and senior operational and headquarters colleagues on analytical matters to inform policy development and support operational delivery, planning and investment choices. You will also be an active member of MoJ’s senior leadership team and be expected to take on wider corporate roles in the department and within your profession across the Civil Service

Vacancy

Job Title


Vacancy reference

1591677

Salary




Your responsibilities will include:

• Partnering with senior leaders across the Department to ensure an analytical perspective is involved in planning all key operational and policy decisions.

• Ensuring that the department and its delivery agencies have the performance data and analysis needed to drive operational improvement and effective contract management.

• Driving forward thinking on use of data analytics and technology.

• Maintaining a highly-skilled, motivated and engaged workforce, including accountability for professional development for MoJ economists, statisticians, operational and social researchers and data scientists.

• Ensuring professional standards in MoJ analysis and insight, including that robust and consistent challenge is applied to all key forecasts, policy costings, operational

business plans etc, to provide ExCo and Ministers with assurance of the quality of the analyses in front of them.

• Ensuring that all key policy, operational, finance, commercial and HR decisions are fully informed by robust and timely evidence.

• Improving the overall analytical capability of the department by focusing on innovation and evidence development, including the use of new techniques and approaches (such as data science and behavioural insights) and providing strategic leadership for improved evaluation.

• Managing and maintaining strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders within and outside the Ministry of Justice including senior policy, operational, financial, HR and commercial colleagues in the Department.

Vacancy Description

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Job Title


Vacancy reference

1591677

Salary




Person SpecificationAlthough you don’t need to be a professional analyst (in economics, operational research, social research or statistics) for this role, you will be expected to demonstrate a good knowledge of each of these professions and the analytical techniques they use and how you would win the confidence and credibility of each of these professions working to you. You will also need to demonstrate how you would ensure professional oversight and quality assurance of the work that is carried out by your team.

You will be a strong, credible leader and able to provide evidence of:

• Experience of leading a significant and complex analytical function in a large organisation.

• Strong people leadership skills, with the ability to attract, motivate, develop and lead staff at all levels within an analytical function to the highest standard.

• An ability to set a clear vision for the analytical function of a large organisation and to make strategic decisions and drive through the changes needed to deliver this.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with Ministers, senior operational and other

Departmental colleagues and with a broad range of external stakeholders within Whitehall and beyond.

• The ability to analyse complex problems, provide an evidence based analysis of the options and implications, and sound judgement of how to achieve the best balance across a range of often competing objectives and outcomes in a politically sensitive environment.

• A commitment to inclusivity and diversity, that ensures each person who works in Ministry of Justice feels and believes they are treated fairly and are properly supported to do their job effectively.

Vacancy

Recruitment Process

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To apply for this post, you will need to complete the online application process (via: www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk) which includes uploading the documents outlined below.

This should be completed no later than 23:59 on Tuesday 31 July 2018.

1. A CV setting out your career history, with key responsibilities and achievements. Please ensure you have provided reasons for any gaps within the last two years.

2. A Statement of Suitability (no longer than two pages), explaining how you consider your personal skills, qualities and experience provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with particular reference to the criteria in the person specification.

Failure to submit both documents (CV and Statement of Suitability) will mean the panel will have only limited information on which to assess your application against the criteria in the person specification.

Please ensure that both documents include your full name.

Should you encounter any issues with your online application please get in touch with: [email protected].

If you do not receive acknowledgement of your application within 48 hours, please contact us.


Process

How to Apply

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Recruitment Process


When you submit your online application, you will receive an acknowledgement. The Executive Recruitment Team will update you once the selection panel have reviewed all the applications after the closing date.

Applications will be reviewed by the panel to select those demonstrating the best fit with the post and the criteria set out in the person specification.

If you are shortlisted, you will be provided with full details of the next stages and dates in the selection and assessment process.

You may have the opportunity to meet with the recruiting line manager prior to the final selection panel interview to learn more about the role and the organisation. Further details will be provided if you progress to this stage of the selection process.

The selection panel will be chaired by Civil Service Commissioner Margaret Edwards, will include Justin Russell (Director General, Justice Analysis and Offender Policy) and two further panel members to be agreed.

Where possible the Recruitment Team will provide feedback. However, depending on the volume of applications it may not always be possible to provide individual feedback to all candidates.


Process

Overview of the Process

Recruitment Process


Individual Leadership Assessment

If you are invited for interview you will be asked to undergo an assessment designed to identify your key behavioural strengths as well as any associated areas for development. This is to support the selection panel’s decision making. Testing of numeracy and literacy skills may also be required.

The assessment lasts approximately two hours and consists of a number of personality questionnaires and a subsequent discussion with an assessor. You will need to be flexible about setting aside time in your diary to do this. Those undertaking the assessment will be provided with full details beforehand. The assessment does not lead to a pass or fail decision; rather, it is intended to highlight areas of strength and possible concerns which the panel can probe at interview.

The assessment explores applicant career motivations, as well as levels of resilience, strengths in building relationships and how influential they are, how you lead and manage, how you manage change and complexity as well as understanding your key values, attitudes and behaviours.

If you have been assessed previously and apply for another SCS post at the same payband within a two year period, it is our policy to reuse the original report.

Full details of the selection and assessment process will be made available to shortlisted candidates once the shortlist has been completed.


Process

Assessments

Recruitment Process


Staff Engagement Exercise

The assessment lasts approximately one hour and consists of a presentation in front of a staff panel and Q & A following the presentation. You will need to be flexible about setting aside time in your diary to do this. Those undertaking the assessment will be provided with full details beforehand. The assessment does not lead to a pass or fail decision; rather, it is intended to highlight areas of strength and possible concerns which the panel can probe at interview.

The SEE will involve meeting with a small group of staff from the department to discuss your approach to leadership and engagement in relation to the role.

Further information on this will be given to those candidates invited to interview.


Process

Assessments

Recruitment Process


The final interview will be held at 102 Petty France, London. You will be advised of the format in advance. If you are required to prepare a presentation for the final interview, you will normally be given at least one week’s notice of the subject.

Expenses incurred by candidates during the recruitment process will not be reimbursed except in exceptional circumstances and only when agreed with the Department in advance.


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Arrangements for interview

Recruitment Process


If we receive applications from more suitable candidates than we have vacancies for at this time, we may hold suitable applicants on a reserve list for 12 months, and future vacancies in the Civil Service requiring the same skills and experience could be offered to candidates on the reserve list without a new competition.


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Reserve Lists

Recruitment Process


If you wish to receive a hard copy of the information, or in an alternative format (e.g. Audio, Braille or large font) then please contact:

[email protected].

If you cannot apply online, please post applications to:

Executive Recruitment, LG72, 100 Parliament Street, London, SW1A 2BQ.

Please quote the vacancy reference number on the envelope.


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Alternative Formats


Recruitment Process


If you have any questions about the role or would like to discuss the post further with Justin Russell, please contact:

[email protected].


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Further Information

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Recruitment Process


Selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit, on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles.

The Civil Service Commission has two primary functions:

• Providing assurance that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition. For the most senior posts in the Civil Service, the Commission discharges its responsibilities directly by overseeing the recruitment process and by a Commissioner chairing the selection panel.

• Hearing and determining appeals made by Civil Servants under the Civil Service Code which sets out the Civil Service values – Honesty, Integrity, Impartiality and Objectivity – and forms part of the relationship between civil servants and their employer.

More detailed information can be found at the Civil Service Commission website

http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk.


Process

Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles

http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/RECRUITMENT-PRINCIPLES-April-2018-FINAL-.pdf

http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk

Recruitment Process


If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, you should contact Ministry of Justice SCS Talent team at [email protected] in the first instance.


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Complaints

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Advert Closing Date

Early August 2018

Short List Meeting

Mid – late August 2018

Assessments

Week commencing 3 September 2018

Interviews

Indicative TimelinePlease note that these dates are only indicative at this stage and could be subject to change. If you are unable to meet these timeframes, please let us know in your application letter.

The anticipated timetable is as shown below.

Candidates are asked to note the above timetable, exercising flexibility through the recruitment and selection process. It may not be possible to offer alternative dates.


Timeline

Terms, Conditions and Benefits


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Permanent.


T’s & C’s

Appointment Term




London

Some travel may be required.

Relocation costs will not be reimbursed.


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Location




This role is available for full-time or flexible working arrangements (including job share arrangements).


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Working Arrangements





Salary and terms of appointment for an existing Civil Servant would be within the normal rules for appointment on level transfer or promotion.


T’s & C’s

Salary Range & Annual Pay Awards




Your pension is a valuable part of your total reward package where:

• the employer makes a significant contribution to the cost of your pension;

• your contributions come out of your salary before any tax is taken. This means, if you pay tax, your take-home pay will not be reduced by the full amount of your contribution; and

• your pension will continue to provide valuable benefits for you and your family if you are too ill to continue to work or die before you retire.

For more information visit www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk.


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Pension

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Full time new entrants to the Civil Service and those Civil Servants on modernised terms and conditions will be entitled to 25 days leave increasing on a sliding scale to 30 days after 5 years’ service.

In addition to this you are entitled to 8 public/bank holidays plus an additional day for the Queen’s Birthday. The allowance is pro-rated for part-time staff.

With competitive maternity, paternity and parental leave we also recognise the importance of a good work-life balance and offer flexible working and a family friendly approach to work.


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Leave Allowance




The Department offers engaging jobs in work that really matters; jobs which have a direct impact on the quality of public services. Roles can offer great job satisfaction and there are many opportunities to develop and progress both within the Department and across the wider Civil Service.

To create a more skilled and unified organisation to transform services, the Civil Service is developing 10 specialist areas of expertise.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/functional-model-for-more-efficient-and-effective-government

These cross-government functions provide professional services and support to Departments and supplement the 25 recognised professions within the Civil Service and who are there to support your own professional development.

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/civil-service/about/recruitment

We are committed to investing in our staff and offer a range of work based training and qualifications, coaching and mentoring opportunities and a guaranteed five days of learning a year.


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Training and Development







• Childcare - the Department recognises that many staff balance working lives with the demands of a family life and offers support with childcare and holiday play schemes costs by providing childcare vouchers for staff who meet the eligibility criteria.

• Interest free season ticket and bicycle loans.

• Some departments also offer onsite facilities including fitness centres and staff canteens.


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Other Benefits

Terms, Conditions and Benefits (continued)



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Civil Servants taking up appointment on promotion will adopt the current Senior Civil Service terms and conditions, which came in to effect on 1 July 2013. Existing Civil Servants appointed on level transfer will retain their existing terms and conditions.

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Modernised Terms and Conditions





The post is advertised to suitably qualified people in the external market, and to existing Civil Servants and those in accredited Non Departmental Public Bodies.

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Eligibility





To be eligible for employment you must be a national from the following countries:

• The United Kingdom

• The Republic of Ireland

• The Commonwealth*

• A European Economic Area (EEA) Member State

• Switzerland

• Turkey

Certain family members of EEA, Switzerland and Turkish nationals are also eligible to apply regardless of their nationality.

(*Commonwealth citizens not yet in the UK, who have no right of abode in the UK and who do not have leave to enter the UK are ineligible to apply.)

Other individuals with the relevant entitlement to work in the UK may also be eligible to apply – please seek advice from: [email protected] or visit Gov.UK.

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Nationality


https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules





Before the appointment of the successful candidate can be confirmed, the Department will undertake background security checks. As part of this, we will need to confirm your identity, employment history over the past three years (or course details if you were in education), nationality and immigration status, and criminal record (unspent convictions only).

The successful candidate must hold or be willing to obtain security clearance to SC clearance level before taking up post.

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Security Clearance





Certain posts, notably those concerned with security and intelligence, might be reserved for British citizens, but this will not normally prevent access to a wide range of developmental opportunities within the Civil Service.

This is not a reserved post.

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Reserved for UK Nationals





Candidates must note the requirement to declare any interests they may have that might cause questions to be raised about their approach to the business of the Department. They are required to declare any relevant business interests, share holdings, positions of authority, retainers, consultancy arrangements or other connections with commercial, public or voluntary bodies, both for themselves and for their spouses/partners.

The successful candidate will be required to give up any conflicting interests and his/her other business and financial interests may be published.

If you believe you may have a conflict of interest, please contact [email protected] before submitting your application.

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Conflicts of Interest







The Department is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We value and welcome diversity. We aim to develop all our staff to enable them to make a full contribution to meeting the Department’s objectives, and to fulfill their own potential on merit. We will not tolerate harassment or other unfair discrimination on grounds of sex, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, age, religion or sexual orientation. We will promote and support the use of a range of flexible working patterns to enable staff to balance home and work responsibilities; and we will treat people fairly irrespective of their working arrangements.

Under the terms of the Equality Act 2010, we are legally required to consider making reasonable adjustments to ensure that disabled people are not disadvantaged in the recruitment and selection process. We are therefore committed to meeting, wherever possible, any needs you specify in your application. We will also consider any reasonable adjustments under the terms of the Act to enable any applicant with a disability (as defined under the Act) to meet the requirements of the post.

The Department uses the ‘two ticks’ Disability Symbol, showing it is an employer which has a positive attitude towards applications from disabled people. The Department also offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for all disabled applicants. We are committed to interviewing all applicants with a disability who provide evidence of meeting the minimum requirements necessary for the post, as set out in this applicant pack.

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Equality and Diversity





To be eligible, your disability must be within the definition laid down in the Equality Act 2010. A disabled person is defined by the Equality Act 2010 as someone who has a physical or mental impairment, which has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on their ability to perform normal day-to-day activities. For the purposes of this policy, these words have the following meanings:

• ‘substantial’ means more than minor or trivial

• ‘long-term’ means that the effect of the impairment has lasted, or is likely to last, 12 months (there are special rules covering recurring or fluctuating conditions)

• ‘normal day-to-day activities’ include everyday things like eating, washing, walking and going shopping.

Should you consider yourself eligible to apply for this post under the GIS, please complete the form at Annex B.

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All civil servants are subject to the provisions of the Civil Service Code that details the Civil Service values, standards of behaviour and rights and responsibilities.

For further information visit Gov.UK.

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Civil Service Code

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-code


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Candidate Information Pack Ministry of Justice Director, Data and Analysis SCS Pay Band 2 Reference: 1591677

Closing date: 23:59 on Tuesday 31 July 2018

Director, Data and Analysis (1591677)

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Table of Contents Welcome Message ....................................................................................................................... 3Background to the Ministry of Justice ........................................................................................... 4Vacancy Description ..................................................................................................................... 5Recruitment Process .................................................................................................................... 8Indicative Timeline ...................................................................................................................... 12Terms, Conditions and Benefits ................................................................................................. 13


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Welcome Message

Thank you for your interest in the Director, Data and Analysis role at the Ministry of Justice. As a Department, we are determined to be evidence led and data driven in everything that we do and in this post, you’d have a key role to play in helping us deliver on that vision. That will mean getting involved in everything from supporting operational colleagues in the prisons and probation service to improve outcome for offenders; to evaluating the impact of our court reform programme or legal aid reforms; to supporting commercial and finance colleagues with business cases for procurements worth billions of pounds to helping HR colleagues to understand the data we collect on recruitment and retention of our people. You will lead a team of 300 outstanding analysts from a wide range of backgrounds including talented economists, statisticians, operational and social researchers, as well as our innovative new data science team and will be responsible for engaging, nurturing and developing their capabilities as well as attracting the best and brightest analytical talent into the Department. So, you will need to be an exceptional leader as well as someone who understands the world of data and analysis. The Ministry of Justice is a great place to be an analyst. We grapple with some of the biggest and most interesting policy and operational challenges in government and as Director, Data and Analysis you would be right at the heart of our mission to deliver a world class justice system that works for everyone. We seek applicants who are passionate about using data creatively to build evidence that will influence key decision makers across Whitehall and beyond. If you are excited by this challenging role and believe you have the experience and skills we are looking for, we would be delighted to receive an application from you. If you would like to know more please do get in touch.

Thank you for your interest in this role in the Ministry of Justice

Justin Russell

Director General – Justice Analysis & Offender Policy Group


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Background to the Ministry of Justice The Ministry of Justice is a major government department, at the heart of the justice system. We deliver some of the most fundamental public services including courts, tribunals, prisons, legal services, youth justice, probation services, and attendance centres. The organisation works together and with other government departments and agencies to bring the principles of justice to life for everyone in society. From our civil courts, tribunals and family law hearings, to criminal justice, prison and probation services. We work to ensure that sentences are served and offenders are encouraged to turn their lives around and become law-abiding citizens. We believe the principles of justice are pivotal and we are steadfast in our shared commitment to uphold them. Our vision is to deliver a world-class justice system that works for everyone in society. Our 4 strategic priorities to deliver our vision are:

• A prison and probation service that reforms offenders • A modern courts and justice system • A Global Britain that promotes the rule of law • A transformed department that is simpler, smarter and more unified

For more information on who we are and what we do, please visit: Ministry of Justice

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-justice


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Vacancy Description Job Title


Vacancy Reference

1591677

Salary

Candidates can expect to receive c.£100k per annum dependant on skills and experience. Existing Civil Servants will be appointed in line with Civil Service pay rules.

Vacancy Description

The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) Director for Data and Analysis has two key responsibilities:

• Strategic leadership of the analytic / data function within MoJ which provides analytical and data services to every part of the Department including two policy groups; Her Majesty’s Prisons and Probation Service; finance and commercial group and HR.

• Making MoJ a ‘data driven’ department in which every member of staff

uses data and evidence to drive all of the decisions we make and to supply the tools which will make this possible.

The Director for Data and Analysis will have up to 8 Senior Civil Service Pay Band 1 direct reports and will lead a team of over 300 staff drawn from all four government analytical professions and a range of other backgrounds including a talented team of data scientists. You will be expected to advise Ministers and senior operational and headquarters colleagues on analytical matters to inform policy development and support operational delivery, planning and investment choices. You will also be an active member of MoJ’s senior leadership team and be expected to take on wider corporate roles in the department and within your profession across the Civil Service Your responsibilities will include:

• Partnering with senior leaders across the Department to ensure an analytical perspective is involved in planning all key operational and policy decisions.

• Ensuring that the department and its delivery agencies have the

performance data and analysis needed to drive operational improvement and effective contract management.

• Driving forward thinking on use of data analytics and technology.


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• Maintaining a highly-skilled, motivated and engaged workforce, including

accountability for professional development for MoJ economists, statisticians, operational and social researchers and data scientists.

• Ensuring professional standards in MoJ analysis and insight, including

that robust and consistent challenge is applied to all key forecasts, policy costings, operational business plans etc, to provide ExCo and Ministers with assurance of the quality of the analyses in front of them.

• Ensuring that all key policy, operational, finance, commercial and HR

decisions are fully informed by robust and timely evidence.

• Improving the overall analytical capability of the department by focusing on innovation and evidence development, including the use of new techniques and approaches (such as data science and behavioural insights) and providing strategic leadership for improved evaluation.

• Managing and maintaining strong relationships with key clients and

stakeholders within and outside the Ministry of Justice including senior policy, operational, financial, HR and commercial colleagues in the Department.

Person Specification

Although you don’t need to be a professional analyst (in economics, operational research, social research or statistics) for this role, you will be expected to demonstrate a good knowledge of each of these professions and the analytical techniques they use and how you would win the confidence and credibility of each of these professions working to you. You will also need to demonstrate how you would ensure professional oversight and quality assurance of the work that is carried out by your team. You will be a strong, credible leader and able to provide evidence of:

• Experience of leading a significant and complex analytical function in a large organisation.

• Strong people leadership skills, with the ability to attract, motivate,

develop and lead staff at all levels within an analytical function to the highest standard.

• An ability to set a clear vision for the analytical function of a large

organisation and to make strategic decisions and drive through the changes needed to deliver this.


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• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with Ministers, senior operational and other Departmental colleagues and with a broad range of external stakeholders within Whitehall and beyond.

• The ability to analyse complex problems, provide an evidence based

analysis of the options and implications, and sound judgement of how to achieve the best balance across a range of often competing objectives and outcomes in a politically sensitive environment.

• A commitment to inclusivity and diversity, that ensures each person who

works in Ministry of Justice feels and believes they are treated fairly and are properly supported to do their job effectively.


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Recruitment Process How to Apply To apply for this post, you will need to complete the online application process

(via: www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk) which includes uploading the documents outlined below. This should be completed no later than 23:59 on Tuesday 31 July 2018.

1. A CV setting out your career history, with key responsibilities and achievements. Please ensure you have provided reasons for any gaps within the last two years.

2. A Statement of Suitability (no longer than two pages), explaining how you consider your personal skills, qualities and experience provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with particular reference to the criteria in the person specification.

Failure to submit both documents (CV and Statement of Suitability) will mean the panel will have only limited information on which to assess your application against the criteria in the person specification. Please ensure that both documents include your full name. Should you encounter any issues with your online application please get in touch with: [email protected] If you do not receive acknowledgement of your application within 48 hours, please contact us.

Overview of the Process

When you submit your online application, you will receive an acknowledgement. The Executive Recruitment Team will update you once the selection panel have reviewed all the applications after the closing date. Applications will be reviewed by the panel to select those demonstrating the best fit with the post and the criteria set out in the person specification. If you are shortlisted, you will be provided with full details of the next stages and dates in the selection and assessment process. You may have the opportunity to meet with the recruiting line manager prior to the final selection panel interview to learn more about the role and the

http://www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/

mailto:[email protected]


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organisation. Further details will be provided if you progress to this stage of the selection process. The selection panel will be chaired by Civil Service Commissioner Margaret Edwards, will include Justin Russell (Director General, Justice Analysis and Offender Policy) and two further panel members to be agreed. Where possible the Recruitment Team will provide feedback. However, depending on the volume of applications it may not always be possible to provide individual feedback to all candidates.

Assessments Individual Leadership Assessment If you are invited for interview you will be asked to undergo an assessment designed to identify your key behavioural strengths as well as any associated areas for development. This is to support the selection panel’s decision making. Testing of numeracy and literacy skills may also be required. The assessment lasts approximately two hours and consists of a number of personality questionnaires and a subsequent discussion with an assessor. You will need to be flexible about setting aside time in your diary to do this. Those undertaking the assessment will be provided with full details beforehand. The assessment does not lead to a pass or fail decision; rather, it is intended to highlight areas of strength and possible concerns which the panel can probe at interview. The assessment explores applicant career motivations, as well as levels of resilience, strengths in building relationships and how influential they are, how you lead and manage, how you manage change and complexity as well as understanding your key values, attitudes and behaviours. If you have been assessed previously and apply for another SCS post at the same payband within a two year period, it is our policy to reuse the original report. Full details of the selection and assessment process will be made available to shortlisted candidates once the shortlist has been completed. Staff Engagement Exercise The assessment lasts approximately one hour and consists of a presentation in front of a staff panel and Q & A following the presentation. You will need to be flexible about setting aside time in your diary to do this. Those undertaking the assessment will be provided with full details beforehand. The assessment does not lead to a pass or fail decision; rather, it is intended to highlight areas of strength and possible concerns which the panel can probe at interview. The SEE will involve meeting with a small group of staff from the department to discuss your approach to leadership and engagement in relation to the role.


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Further information on this will be given to those candidates invited to interview.

Arrangements for interview

The final interview will be held at 102 Petty France, London. You will be advised of the format in advance. If you are required to prepare a presentation for the final interview, you will normally be given at least one week’s notice of the subject. Expenses incurred by candidates during the recruitment process will not be reimbursed except in exceptional circumstances and only when agreed with the Department in advance.

Reserve Lists If we receive applications from more suitable candidates than we have vacancies for at this time, we may hold suitable applicants on a reserve list for 12 months, and future vacancies in the Civil Service requiring the same skills and experience could be offered to candidates on the reserve list without a new competition.

Alternative Formats

If you wish to receive a hard copy of the information, or in an alternative format (e.g. Audio, Braille or large font) then please contact: [email protected] If you cannot apply online, please post applications to: Executive Recruitment, LG72, 100 Parliament Street, London, SW1A 2BQ. Please quote the vacancy reference number on the envelope.

Further Information

If you have any questions about the role or would like to discuss the post further with Justin Russell, please contact: [email protected]

Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles

Selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit, on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. The Civil Service Commission has two primary functions:

• Providing assurance that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition. For the most senior posts in the Civil Service, the Commission discharges its responsibilities directly by overseeing the recruitment process and by a Commissioner chairing the selection panel.

• Hearing and determining appeals made by Civil Servants under the Civil Service Code which sets out the Civil Service values – Honesty, Integrity, Impartiality and Objectivity – and forms part of the relationship between civil servants and their employer.

More detailed information can be found at the Civil Service Commission website http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk

Complaints If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, you should contact Ministry of Justice SCS Talent team at [email protected] in the first instance.





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Indicative Timeline Please note that these dates are only indicative at this stage and could be subject to change. If you are unable to meet these timeframes, please let us know in your application letter. The anticipated timetable is as follows:

Advert Closing Date

23:59 on Tuesday 31 July 2018

Short List Meeting

Early August 2018

Assessments

Mid – late August 2018

Interviews

Week commencing 3 September 2018


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Terms, Conditions and Benefits The information offered in this document is supplied in good faith but does not in itself form any part of the contract of employment. Appointment Term

Permanent

Location London Some travel may be required. Relocation costs will not be reimbursed.

Working Arrangements

This role is available for full-time or flexible working arrangements (including job share arrangements).

Salary Range & Annual Pay Awards

Candidates can expect to receive c.£100k per annum dependant on skills and experience. Salary and terms of appointment for an existing Civil Servant would be within the normal rules for appointment on level transfer or promotion.

Pension Your pension is a valuable part of your total reward package where: • the employer makes a significant contribution to the cost of your pension; • your contributions come out of your salary before any tax is taken. This

means, if you pay tax, your take-home pay will not be reduced by the full amount of your contribution; and

• your pension will continue to provide valuable benefits for you and your family if you are too ill to continue to work or die before you retire.

For more information visit www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk

Leave Allowance

Full time new entrants to the Civil Service and those Civil Servants on modernised terms and conditions will be entitled to 25 days leave increasing on a sliding scale to 30 days after 5 years’ service. In addition to this you are entitled to 8 public/bank holidays plus an additional day for the Queen’s Birthday. The allowance is pro-rated for part-time staff. With competitive maternity, paternity and parental leave we also recognise the importance of a good work-life balance and offer flexible working and a family friendly approach to work.

Training and Development

The Department offers engaging jobs in work that really matters; jobs which have a direct impact on the quality of public services. Roles can offer great job satisfaction and there are many opportunities to develop and progress both within the Department and across the wider Civil Service.

http://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/


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To create a more skilled and unified organisation to transform services, the Civil Service is developing 10 specialist areas of expertise. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/functional-model-for-more-efficient-and-effective-government These cross-government functions provide professional services and support to Departments and supplement the 25 recognised professions within the Civil Service and who are there to support your own professional development. https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/civil-service/about/recruitment We are committed to investing in our staff and offer a range of work based training and qualifications, coaching and mentoring opportunities and a guaranteed five days of learning a year.

Other Benefits • Childcare - the Department recognises that many staff balance working lives with the demands of a family life and offers support with childcare and holiday play schemes costs by providing childcare vouchers for staff who meet the eligibility criteria

• Interest free season ticket and bicycle loans • Some departments also offer onsite facilities including fitness centres and

staff canteens Modernised Terms and Conditions

Civil Servants taking up appointment on promotion will adopt the current Senior Civil Service terms and conditions, which came in to effect on 1 July 2013. Existing Civil Servants appointed on level transfer will retain their existing terms and conditions.

Eligibility The post is advertised to suitably qualified people in the external market, and to existing Civil Servants and those in accredited Non Departmental Public Bodies.

Nationality To be eligible for employment you must be a national from the following countries:

- The United Kingdom - The Republic of Ireland - The Commonwealth* - A European Economic Area (EEA) Member State - Switzerland - Turkey

Certain family members of EEA, Switzerland and Turkish nationals are also eligible to apply regardless of their nationality. (*Commonwealth citizens not yet in the UK, who have no right of abode in the UK and who do not have leave to enter the UK are ineligible to apply.) Other individuals with the relevant entitlement to work in the UK may also be eligible to apply – please seek advice from: [email protected] or visit Gov.UK.





https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules


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Security Clearance

Before the appointment of the successful candidate can be confirmed, the Department will undertake background security checks. As part of this, we will need to confirm your identity, employment history over the past three years (or course details if you were in education), nationality and immigration status, and criminal record (unspent convictions only). The successful candidate must hold or be willing to obtain security clearance to SC clearance level before taking up post.

Reserved for UK Nationals

Certain posts, notably those concerned with security and intelligence, might be reserved for British citizens, but this will not normally prevent access to a wide range of developmental opportunities within the Civil Service. This is not a reserved post.

Conflicts of Interest

Candidates must note the requirement to declare any interests they may have that might cause questions to be raised about their approach to the business of the Department. They are required to declare any relevant business interests, share holdings, positions of authority, retainers, consultancy arrangements or other connections with commercial, public or voluntary bodies, both for themselves and for their spouses/partners. The successful candidate will be required to give up any conflicting interests and his/her other business and financial interests may be published. If you believe you may have a conflict of interest, please contact [email protected] before submitting your application.


The Department is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We value and welcome diversity. We aim to develop all our staff to enable them to make a full contribution to meeting the Department's objectives, and to fulfill their own potential on merit. We will not tolerate harassment or other unfair discrimination on grounds of sex, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, age, religion or sexual orientation. We will promote and support the use of a range of flexible working patterns to enable staff to balance home and work responsibilities; and we will treat people fairly irrespective of their working arrangements. Under the terms of the Equality Act 2010, we are legally required to consider making reasonable adjustments to ensure that disabled people are not disadvantaged in the recruitment and selection process. We are therefore committed to meeting, wherever possible, any needs you specify in your application. We will also consider any reasonable adjustments under the terms of the Act to enable any applicant with a disability (as defined under the Act) to meet the requirements of the post. The Department uses the ‘two ticks’ Disability Symbol, showing it is an employer which has a positive attitude towards applications from disabled people. The Department also offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for all disabled applicants. We are committed to interviewing all applicants with a



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disability who provide evidence of meeting the minimum requirements necessary for the post, as set out in this applicant pack. To be eligible, your disability must be within the definition laid down in the Equality Act 2010. A disabled person is defined by the Equality Act 2010 as someone who has a physical or mental impairment, which has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on their ability to perform normal day-to-day activities. For the purposes of this policy, these words have the following meanings:

● ‘substantial’ means more than minor or trivial

● ‘long-term’ means that the effect of the impairment has lasted, or is likely to last, 12 months (there are special rules covering recurring or fluctuating conditions)

● ‘normal day-to-day activities’ include everyday things like eating, washing, walking and going shopping.

Should you consider yourself eligible to apply for this post under the GIS, please complete the form at Annex B.

Civil Service Code

All civil servants are subject to the provisions of the Civil Service Code that details the Civil Service values, standards of behaviour and rights and responsibilities. For further information visit Gov.UK.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-code

Documents

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