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Defence Project Officer (SRF002983)

RNN Group • Part-time • Rotherham, South Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom • £24,417.57 / year • 23h ago

Defence Project Officer

Part time (30 hours each week, all year-round)

Temporary until 31/03/2029

Salary; £30,115 (£24,417.57 pro-rata) per year plus benefits

Location: Dearne Valley College, Rotherham

Key Focus & Strategic Milestones

You will play an instrumental part in establishing crucial tracking systems, data protocols, and partnerships by March 31, 2027, specifically focusing on:

Governance Support: Setting up administrative and data protocols for the National DTEC Advisory Board (NDAB) and Employer Advisory Board (NEAB).
Logistics Management: Handling schedules, attendance, and logistics for staff CPD workshops and regional curriculum review boards.
Data Tracking: Centralising tracking systems to monitor student retention and achievement metrics for 350+ learners.
Asset Auditing: Operationalising a compliant register to manage 100% of employer-donated equipment.
Destination Tracking: Verifying graduate progression into rewarding defence careers (70–75% target) and higher education (20–25% target).

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for a resilient, proactive multi-tasker who thrives at pace and values absolute integrity.

Core Requirements:

Experience: Proven track record in Business Administration, operational Project Development, and bids tendering/compliance monitoring.
Frameworks: Familiarity with Public Sector Tender and Procurement processes.
Qualifications: Prince 2 or equivalent Project Management training (or willingness to work towards it), alongside Level 2 Literacy/Numeracy.
Technical Skills: Intermediate to advanced computer skills using Microsoft Products and Google Workspace.

We understand that no candidate will perfectly match every qualification or criterion listed. If your experience differs from what we've outlined but you believe you can contribute to this role, we encourage you to apply!

Department Info

You will report to the Group’s DTEC Lead, with a line of responsibility to the Group’s Bids and Contract Manager. You will work within the DTEC project team and in close partnership with Group’s Bids and Contracts team. You will engage with external stakeholders/partners where appropriate.

Our excellent benefits and rewards package:

Access to local government pensions scheme (with employer contributions from 15.6% to 23.68%)
Up to 41 days annual leave per year (26) including closure during Christmas period
Access to our gyms, restaurants and salons
Staff health & wellbeing and benefits schemes including in-house Occupational Health service
Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
Full, part time and flexible working hours available in many roles
Free Parking available at all of our sites
Fantastic career development opportunities including funding for teacher training, apprenticeships and various other industry recognised qualifications
New FE teachers can also apply for grants of up to £6,000 in STEM subjects (conditions apply) through the teacher retention initiative
Recruitment Referral Scheme for all employees, worth £200 per referral made

What is the RNN Group?

RNN Group’s main goal is to be an ‘outstanding’ education and training provider and this is at the heart of everything that we do. To help us achieve this we are looking to recruit highly motivated, innovative and dynamic individuals to join our existing teams. To be a part of the team at RNN Group we will expect you to be committed to our values too;

We are Inclusive,
We have Integrity,
We Deliver,
We are One Team.

We celebrate diversity and are proud to be recognised as Investors in Diversity for our commitment to the FREDIE (Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Engagement) model, fostering a supportive environment for all. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of background, proudly participating in the Disability Confident Scheme, and provide reasonable adjustments.

The RNN Group is proud to be part of the South Yorkshire Institute of Technology (SYIoT).

As a newly designated Defence Technical Excellence College, RNN Group is proud to support the UK’s defence sector by developing the next generation of highly skilled technical talent.

RNN Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), all appointments are subject to rigorous safer recruitment checks. Successful candidates will undergo pre-employment screening, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (with Barred List check where applicable), online background checks, satisfactory references, and verification of identity, qualifications, and right to work in the UK.

The Group’s core operating hours are 8.30am-5.00pm (9pm on a Tuesday and Thursday during term time). You may be expected to work at any time during these hours to ensure business needs are met.

All candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Closing date: Monday 9^th November 2026 – if you are shortlisted for this post, you will be contacted within a week of the closing date.

If you require further information about this vacancy, please contact the HR department on 01709 722750 or recruitment@rnngroup.ac.uk

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