Research Engagement and Partnerships Coordinator
Food Standards Agency
Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 3rd July 2022
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The generation of independent, expert advice is critical to us remaining a trusted regulator. Within the FSA, the Science, Evidence and Research Division (SERD) has overall responsibility for delivering this. The Division’s mission is to provide expert risk assessment, and other scientific/socio-economic evidence and advice. This is done using a team of over 130 experts within SERD, as well as engaging with external experts through our science committees, independent experts, and our strategic and applied research programmes.
Coordinating these engagements and developing strategic partnerships that can continue to help the FSA deliver on our scientific ambitions, you will play a key role in the success of the wider department.
A keen believer in the importance of science in guiding our work and strategy, you will seek to champion the integration of science across the FSA, improving the impact of the department, ensuring science is communicated and used effectively, and is available to others who can re-use it and add value.
You will engage with colleagues across the organisation as well as external stakeholders from across government, academia and the wider industry. Seeking to build strategic partnerships that strengthen our ability to deliver impactful science, you will serve as an important representative for the FSA, and ultimately seek to ensure that we are positioned to do the best work possible.
Communication will be central to your success in this role, which will be supported by a Scientific Engagement and Communication Officer, who you will provide direct line management to. If you are experienced at bringing people together to achieve greater goals and are passionate about the use of science to inform and guide policy, don’t hesitate to apply.
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We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
- Seeing the Big Picture
- Making Effective Decisions
- Communicating and Influencing
- Working Together
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In the event of receiving a large number of applications an initial sift may take place on just the identified lead criteria indicated below:
• Experience of developing and delivering multi-channel stakeholder communication and engagement activities
Lead Criteria: In the event we receive a large number of applications, the minimum pass mark for the Lead Criteria may be raised at shortlisting stage. Candidates who apply under the DCS, GPTW or RIS schemes and meet the minimum requirements will be unaffected by the pass mark raise.
The FSA is dedicated to a policy of equal opportunity for all. Being truly reflective of our society and building a culture where everyone can perform at their best is critical to the work of the FSA. We are looking to recruit from the widest possible talent pool and encourage candidates to apply from a diverse range of backgrounds. We are proud to be an inclusive, equal opportunities employer and are committed to ensuring that all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment and selection process and beyond. All appointments are made on merit.
Please be assured that diversity or socio–economic information requested during the course of your application plays absolutely no part in our selection processes and is not seen by anyone assessing applications. Any information provided is anonymised and used for statistical purposes only.
We actively review the deployment of talent on a periodic basis in the interests of optimising personal development and the achievement of business plans.
Our candidate pack details the benefits that the FSA has to offer. Please also refer to the attached terms and conditions statement.
Any move to the Food Standards Agency 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
A reserve list will be held for a period of up to 12 months from which further appointment may be made.
Please note - if applying on a job-share basis, the expectation is that you are already in an established job-share partnership.
Sift: W/C 4th July 2022
Interviews: W/C 11th July 2022
Interviews will be held remotely via MS Teams.
Please note that the interview date may be subject to change.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
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We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles.
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Contact point for applicants
Job contact :
- Name : Erica Pufall
- Email : Erica.Pufall@food.gov.uk
Recruitment team :
- Email : hr.recruitment.campaigns@food.gov.uk