Risk and Resilience Officer (Redeployment) 19398
Risk and Resilience Officer (Redeployment) 19398
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Job Description
- Suffolk Resilience Forum Endeavour House Ipswich IP12BX (Hybrid working up to 2 days per week)
- 33366 per annum (pro rata if part time)
- 37 hours per week- Flexible working options available
- Fixed term or secondment (up to 3 years)
Were focused on making a meaningful difference to communities across Suffolk. How By listening to our people learning from what they say and creating a culture of mutual respect where everyone works together to achieve great things. As an Risk and Resilience Officer - Emergency Planning Supportin the Suffolk Resilience Forum youll be as keen to collaborate and build a bright future as we are. So to make a positive impact connect with us and connect with a fantastic career.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Your role and responsibilities
As a Risk and Resilience Officer - Emergency Planning Support you will:
- support partner organisations by researching information to support multiagency emergency plans
- oversee the multiagency emergency plan template and format multiagency emergency plans before publication
- support the business continuity leads across partners and increase multiagency BC workstreams and outputs
- support plan and risk leads and drive forward workstreams to support specific plan areas such as National Power Outage and Pandemics.
- have responsibilities within the Multiagency information Cell (MAIC) including collecting data and creating useable outputs
- liaise with partner agencies providing a central reporting procedure and periodic reports highlighting impact risks concerns and actions for government departments and the SRF
- support the multiagency debrief and lessons identified process ensuring that they are incorporated into relevant SRF plans
- provide an effective and efficient business management and support service to the SRF under the direction of the SRF Partnership and Deputy Manager (line manager)
- provide a routine point of contact for Category 1 and 2 responders and the voluntary sector
- provide support to the Suffolk Strategic and Tactical Coordination process during emergencies
- assist with secretariat support to our partners by assisting with plan writing meeting programming exercise coordination support and report writing.
You will need
- an interest in emergency planning and resilience experience is not necessary as this role provides a great pathway into emergency planning and resilience
- be willing to learn and expand your knowledge around multiagency working and emergency planning
- need great organisational skills be self-motivated be able to work under pressure and through quieter periods and be able to work under your own esteem
- great communication skills and empathy working within a multiagency environment means liaison with a wide range of partners and complex work stream.
Experience of project management would be desirable along with experience of being flexible to adapt to changing timelines.
You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (docx).If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
The Suffolk Resilience Forum (SRF) team is hosted by Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service and is due to expand over the next year. We are currently transitioning to a new structure which includes strategic leadership from the Chief Resilience Officer (CRO).
Our teams primary objective is to support partner agencies to be compliant with the Civil Contingencies Act (2004).
All roles are on the SRF on-call rota to provide support to major incidents in Suffolk and support the county Tactical and Strategic Coordination function and the Multi Agency Information Cell.
Our team tends to work 2-3 days a week in office which can be at Endeavour House Landmark House and Police HQ although can include other sites across Suffolk. The main partnership work is carried out on Working on Wednesday WoW days which are normally hosted at Police Headquarters and Tuesdays are team working days usually based at Endeavour House.
Empowering Everyone
Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in ourWorkforce Equality Report.
For more information
Please contact Becky Heginbotham-Blount (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling (01473) 263610or emailing
If you want to apply for a secondment read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (docx).
Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.
Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 300 words per question). Please use thisSupporting Statement templatetoanswer these questions.
- Give an example of when youve had to build relationships with stakeholders from different organisations or departments. How did you approach this and what was the outcome
- Describe a situation where you had to work under significant time pressure or during an urgent situation. How did you prioritise tasks and maintain quality work
- Tell me about your experience analysing complex data and creating clear usable outputs. What tools did you use and how did you ensure your analysis was both accurate and helpful for decision-makers
- Tell me about your experience working in a team environment. How have you supported colleagues during busy periods and how have you ensured effective communication across the team
Step 4 -Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Please note:Without a supporting statement and CV your interest will not be progressed.Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailingor calling 0.If you are invited to the next stage of selection you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.
Closing date:11.30pm 04 June 2025
This authority 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. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
