Senior Policy Advisor, Telecoms Modernisation

1 month ago

Belfast, United Kingdom Department for Science, Innovation & Technology Full time

Job summary

At DSIT we�re all about improving people�s lives by maximising the potential of science & technology.�

We accelerate innovation, investment and productivity through world-class science, research and development.��

We use technology for good by ensuring new and existing technologies are safely developed and deployed across the UK, with the benefits more widely shared.�

We are driving forward a modern digital government which gives citizens a more satisfying experience and their time back.�

We do all this to enable the Government�s 5 national missions: kickstarting economic growth, making Britain a clean energy superpower, taking back our streets, breaking down barriers to opportunity and building an NHS fit for the future.�

Above all, we focus on improving people�s lives. Whether it�s researching new treatments for disease, developing better batteries, reducing burdens through better public services, keeping children safe online, and much more, outcomes for citizens are at the heart of what we do.�

Our Inclusive Environment��

We offer flexible working benefits, employee well-being support and a great pension. We�are�enormously proud�to be a Disability Confident Leader employer. We supportcandidates with adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Information about disability confidence and just some examples of the adjustments that you can request can be found in the reasonable adjustment section below.��

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is�found. To learn more please see the�Civil Service People Plan�and the�Civil Service D&I Strategy.�

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Job description

Moving towards the digital networks of the future also means closing the book on the infrastructure of the past. For that reason, we have recently created a Telecoms Modernisation Team which will monitor how the telecoms industry is working to replace legacy equipment with modern and digital alternatives. This includes the once in a lifetime transition from analogue to digital landlines ("the PSTN migration").

Getting this transition right is a top priority for DSIT ministers. If we succeed, we can improve how British citizens and businesses engage with the digital world. At the same time, our team's mission is to make sure that the most vulnerable in society are protected and supported throughout the transition.

If you like working with others to solve problems, if you are motivated by helping others, and if you want to work in a friendly and supportive team � this could be a great role for you

Person specification

Key responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be:

Working directly with the telecoms industry and monitoring their plans for switching off legacy networks and equipment, holding them to account against industry commitments and regulatory guidance.Developing policy with a focus on identifying and supporting vulnerable people throughout the transition from analogue to digital networks. This includes bringing together quantitative and qualitative evidence to determine options for ensuring consumer safety; making recommendations to senior officials; presenting at board meetings; and drafting advice to Ministers.Monitoring progress of DSIT's forthcoming cross-government action plan for protecting users of personal alarm systems ("telecare"), by establishing clear objectives and deliverables for multiple workstreams which are outlined in the plan.Building strong relationships with colleagues across DSIT and with other government departments, Ofcom, charities and interest groups such as Which? and Citizens Advice.Supporting Ministers and senior officials by delivering high-quality advice, briefings, speeches, Parliamentary Questions, and correspondence.

Skills and experiences:

We would love to hear from you if you have:

Experience engaging with external stakeholdersThe ability to be a self starterStrong written and verbal communication skills

Policymaking experience is helpful, but not essential. We welcome applications from candidates who have experience in problem-solving or stakeholder management from fields or sectors.

Behaviours

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

Working TogetherDelivering at PaceMaking Effective DecisionsCommunicating and Influencing

Benefits

Alongside your salary of �38,860, Department for Science, Innovation & Technology contributes �10,492 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology offers a competitive mix of benefits including:

A culture of flexible working, such as job sharing, homeworking and compressed hours.Automatic enrolment into the , with an average employer contribution of 27%.A minimum of 25 days of paid annual leave, increasing by 1 day per year up to a maximum of 30.An extensive range of learning & professional development opportunities, which all staff are actively encouraged to pursue.Access to a range of retail, travel and lifestyle employee discounts.

Office attendance

The Department operates a discretionary hybrid working policy, which provides for a combination of working hours from your place of work and from your home in the UK. The current expectation for staff is to attend the office or non-home based location for 40-60% of the time over the accounting period.�

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