TOWN HALL CANDIDATE ENGAGEMENT SESSION
Oliver Ilott, DG Emerging Technology and AI will be holding an informal information session via MSTeams on Wednesday 10th June between 10:30 11:30am for potential applicants to find out more about the role of Chief Research Officer, AISI. Whether you are contemplating an application or simply want more insight into the role and its potential impact, this session will provide you with a much better understanding of the environment, expectations and ambitions of DSITs digital and AI agendas.
Please email [email protected] to register your interest in attending. DSIT will then send you an MSTeams invite.
HOW TO APPLY
When applying you will need to follow the online application process which includes a two page CV setting out your career history, with key responsibilities and achievements, along with a statement of suitability (Max 750 words).
Applications will be sifted to select those demonstrating the best fit with the post against the criteria set out in the person specification. Please ensure you keep this in mind when writing your CV and supporting statement. The timeline later in this pack indicates the date by which a decision is expected to be made, and all candidates will be advised of the outcome as soon as possible thereafter. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview.
ASSESSMENT
If you are shortlisted, you will be asked to take part in a fireside chat, a take home task and a Staff Engagement Exercise in advance of the final panel interview. This assessment will not result in a pass or fail decision. Rather, it is designed to support the panels decision making and highlight areas for the panel to explore further at interview.
Shortlisted candidates can request an informal conversation about the role with the vacancy holder, [[email protected]]. This discussion does not form part of the assessment.
Full details of the assessment process will be provided to shortlisted candidates at the earliest opportunity.
For further information regarding the assessments please visit - https://scs-assessments.co.uk/ .
INTERVIEW
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview to have a more in-depth discussion of your previous experience and professional competence in relation to the criteria set out in the Person Specification.
As part of the process there may be assessment of skills either by a presentation or simulated exercise with follow up questions. Full details of the requirements will be given to shortlisted candidates ahead of their interview.
SELECTION AND FEEDBACK
Regardless of the outcome, we will notify all candidates as soon as possible, and will offer the opportunity to discuss feedback for all candidates who reached interview. A reserve list will be held for up to 12 months, which we may use to fill future suitable vacancies.
NATIONALITY
This role is open to candidates from a wide range of nationalities. If you do not currently meet Civil Service nationality requirements, we may still be able to progress your application through an alternative appointment route, subject to approval and any required visa sponsorship or residency requirements.
Please note that this process can extend onboarding timelines and any offer would be conditional on the necessary approvals being secured.
All appointments remain subject to UK security vetting requirements relevant to the role.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
