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"""_____________________________________________________________________________________________ BLAVATNIK SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT Summary Job title Research Support Officer (Case Centre on Public Leadership) Division Social Sciences Department Blavatnik School of Government Location Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG Grade and salary Grade 6: £32332 - £38205 per annum, dependant on experience. Hours Part time (0.5 FTE to 0.8 FTE) Contract type Fixed term until 15 September 2024 Reporting to Senior Case Writer and Associate Director Vacancy reference 171243 Additional information The closing date for this post is 12 noon (UK time) on Tuesday 2 April 2024. The role The Blavatnik School of Government seeks a Research Support Officer to join the awardwinning Case Centre on Public Leadership on a variable hours basis. The Case Centre develops case studies and simulations based on real-world public policy challenges which enable students to hone their analytical, decision-making and implementation skills. The cases and simulations are taught in the Blavatnik School’s Master of Public Policy (MPP) programme and executive teaching courses and are increasingly used in schools of government around the world. Our teaching materials cover a wide variety of topics and geographies; for instance, recent case stories range from building digital leadership skills in Estonia to selecting a language of instruction in Ghana’s primary schools. Our cases are written to be widely accessible to non-experts, as in journalism, and delve deeply into a given subject matter, as in academia. However, they do not offer any judgements and conclusions; instead, faculty use the cases in the classroom to lead a dynamic discussion where students apply their own analysis and judgements. We produce teaching notes which guide faculty on how to teach the cases, and host workshops to train faculty in this style of case-method teaching. The Research Support Officer is an exciting and varied role, supporting a range of research, writing, and administrative activities for the Case Centre. Research activities will include developing background documents for potential case projects, gathering data through desk research, and supporting other projects as needed. Writing activities will range from writing blog posts and other communications material to contributing to the development of teaching notes. Administrative activities will include supporting day-today needs of the team, formatting documents for publication (including ensuring accessibility compliance) and supporting scheduling and event planning. The position is a great opportunity for those with broad and varied interests in public policy, particularly in public-sector leadership; for those looking to hone their research and writing skills; and for those interested in learning about approaches to participant-centred learning. The postholder will be exposed to a variety of fields and faculty research and will gain insight into the wider Master of Public Policy curriculum. The successful candidate will have excellent research and writing skills, the ability to balance a varied workload, and a keen eye for detail. They should be able to work well in a team setting while also managing their workload independently. Responsibilities Research: • • • Conduct desk research and fact-checking (using sources such as newspapers, academic articles, government reports, etc.) on a variety of public policy topics to contribute to case development. Compile information to develop background documents for prospective cases, simulations, and other projects. Support other case writers with ad hoc research as agreed. Writing: • • • Collaborate with members of the Case Centre team to develop teaching notes for education material. Prepare project summaries, case abstracts, and other written material as needed. Write, edit and proofread a range of communications materials for external audiences, such as newsletters and blog posts. Administration: • • • • • • • Provide day-to-day administrative assistance to facilitate team operations. Format documents for distribution according to style guides and accessibility requirements. Collect and track internal data, generating reports as needed to inform decisionmaking. Support administrative arrangements (in-person or virtual) for trainings, workshops, meetings and events as needed. Liaise with internal teams to implement activities of the Centre. Identify opportunities for external engagement to enhance the Centre’s initiatives. Lead on other administrative duties as agreed with the Associate Director. 2 Selection criteria Essential selection criteria • • • • • • • • Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to synthesise complex ideas in a clear and compelling manner. Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail and accuracy. Collaboration and team-working skills, including giving and receiving feedback. A demonstrated ability to work independently, manage their own workload, and adapt to changing priorities. Demonstrated ability to develop excellent working relationships with a wide range of internal colleagues and external stakeholders. An interest in public policy and government. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe programmes. Hold an undergraduate degree, ideally in a relevant subject. Desirable selection criteria • • Experience writing case studies or other similar teaching material. Postgraduate degree in a related field. Pre-employment screening Standard checks If you are offered the post, the offer will be subject to standard pre-employment checks. You will be asked to provide: proof of your right-to-work in the UK; proof of your identity; and (if we haven’t done so already) we will contact the referees you have nominated. You will also be asked to complete a health declaration so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities for which you may need us to make appropriate adjustments. Please read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures at: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/pre-employment-checks 3 About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. We believe our strengths lie both in empowering individuals and teams to address fundamental questions of global significance, while providing all our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and do their best work. Recognising that diversity is our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, we aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. While we have long traditions of scholarship, we are also forward-looking, creative and cutting-edge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities and we rank first in the UK for university spin-outs, and in recent years we have spun out 15-20 new companies every year. We are also recognised as leaders in support for social enterprise. Join us and you will find a unique, democratic and international community, a great range of staff benefits and access to a vibrant array of cultural activities in the beautiful city of Oxford. For more information, please visit www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation. The Blavatnik School of Government Our vision is of a world better led, a world better served and a world better governed. We are a global school committed to improving the quality of government and public policymaking worldwide, through three routes: teaching current and future leaders; applied research; and engagement with government and practitioners. The School was founded in 2010 and our founding dean is Professor Ngaire Woods. We admitted the first 38 Master of Public Policy (MPP) students in 2012 and we currently accept around 120 MPP students and five doctoral students a year. The Blavatnik School of Government holds a bronze Athena Swan award to recognise advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for all. You can find more information on the Blavatnik School of Government’s website. 4 How to apply Applications are made through our online recruitment portal. Information about how to apply is available on our Jobs website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply. Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description. As part of your application you will be asked to provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now. You will be asked to upload a CV and a supporting statement. The supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependants). If, for any reason, you have taken a career break or have had an atypical career and wish to disclose this in your application, the selection committee will take this into account. The selection committee will also be mindful of the impact that the Covid-19 pandemic may have had on candidates’ careers as a result of additional caring responsibilities or other factors. Please upload all documents as PDF files with your name and the document type in the filename. All applications must be received by midday UK time on the closing date stated in the online advertisement. Information for priority candidates A priority candidate is a University employee who is seeking redeployment because they have been advised that they are at risk of redundancy, or on grounds of illhealth/disability. Priority candidates are issued with a redeployment letter by their employing department(s). If you are a priority candidate, please ensure that you attach your redeployment letter to your application (or email it to the contact address on the advert if the application form used for the vacancy does not allow attachments). If you need help Application FAQs, including technical troubleshooting https://staff.web.ox.ac.uk/recruitment-support-faqs advice is available at: Non-technical questions about this job should be addressed to the recruiting department directly via recruit@bsg.ox.ac.uk. To return to the online application at any stage, please go to: www.recruit.ox.ac.uk. Please note that you will receive an automated email from our online recruitment portal to confirm receipt of your application. Please check your spam/junk mail if you do not receive this email. 5 Important information for candidates Data Privacy Please note that any personal data submitted to the University as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation. For further information, please see the University’s Privacy Notice for Job Applicants at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/job-applicant-privacy-policy. The University’s Policy on Data Protection is available at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/data-protection-policy. The University’s policy on retirement The University operates an Employer Justified Retirement Age (EJRA) for very senior research posts at grade RSIV/D35 and clinical equivalents E62 and E82, which with effect from 1 October 2023 will be 30 September before the 70th birthday. The justification for this is explained at: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. For existing employees on these grades, any employment beyond the retirement age is subject to approval through the procedures: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. There is no normal or fixed age at which staff in posts at other grades have to retire. Staff at these grades may elect to retire in accordance with the rules of the applicable pension scheme, as may be amended from time to time. Equality of opportunity Entry into employment with the University and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each particular post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. 6 Benefits of working at the University Employee benefits University employees enjoy 38 days’ paid holiday, generous pension schemes, travel discounts, and a variety of professional development opportunities. Our range of other employee benefits and discounts also includes free entry to the Botanic Gardens and University colleges, and discounts at University museums. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits University Club and sports facilities Membership of the University Club is free for all University staff. The University Club offers social, sporting, and hospitality facilities. Staff can also use the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road at discounted rates, including a fitness centre, powerlifting room, and swimming pool. See www.club.ox.ac.uk and https://www.sport.ox.ac.uk/. Information for staff new to Oxford If you are relocating to Oxfordshire from overseas or elsewhere in the UK, the University's Welcome Service website includes practical information about settling in the area, including advice on relocation, accommodation, and local schools. See https://welcome.ox.ac.uk/ There is also a visa loan scheme to cover the costs of UK visa applications for staff and their dependents. See https://staffimmigration.admin.ox.ac.uk/visa-loan-scheme Family-friendly benefits With one of the most generous family leave schemes in the Higher Education sector, and a range of flexible working options, Oxford aims to be a family-friendly employer. We also subscribe to the Work+Family Space, a service that provides practical advice and support for employees who have caring responsibilities. The service offers a free telephone advice line, and the ability to book emergency back-up care for children, adult dependents and elderly relatives. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/my-family-care Childcare The University has excellent childcare services, including five University nurseries as well as Universitysupported places at many other private nurseries. For full details, including how to apply and the costs, see https://childcare.admin.ox.ac.uk/ Disabled staff We are committed to supporting members of staff with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further details, including information about how to make contact, in confidence, with the University’s Staff Disability Advisor, see https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/disability-support Staff networks The University has a number of staff networks including the Oxford Research Staff Society, BME staff network, LGBT+ staff network and a disabled staff network. 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