Job Description:

Defence Project Officer

Hours; Part time (30 hours each week, all year-round)

Duration; Temporary until 31/03/2029

Salary; £30,115 (£24,417.57 pro-rata) per year plus benefits

Location; Dearne Valley College, Rotherham

Apply by; 09/11/2026

Key Focus & Strategic Milestones

You will play an instrumental part in establishing crucial tracking systems, data protocols, and partnerships by March 31, 2027, specifically focusing on:

• Governance Support: Setting up administrative and data protocols for the National DTEC Advisory Board (NDAB) and Employer Advisory Board (NEAB).
• Logistics Management: Handling schedules, attendance, and logistics for staff CPD workshops and regional curriculum review boards.
• Data Tracking: Centralising tracking systems to monitor student retention and achievement metrics for 350+ learners.
• Asset Auditing: Operationalising a compliant register to manage 100% of employer-donated equipment.
• Destination Tracking: Verifying graduate progression into rewarding defence careers (70–75% target) and higher education (20–25% target).

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for a resilient, proactive multi-tasker who thrives at pace and values absolute integrity.

Core Requirements:

• Experience: Proven track record in Business Administration, operational Project Development, and bids tendering/compliance monitoring.
• Frameworks: Familiarity with Public Sector Tender and Procurement processes.
• Qualifications: Prince 2 or equivalent Project Management training (or willingness to work towards it), alongside Level 2 Literacy/Numeracy.
• Technical Skills: Intermediate to advanced computer skills using Microsoft Products and Google Workspace.

We understand that no candidate will perfectly match every qualification or criterion listed. If your experience differs from what we've outlined but you believe you can contribute to this role, we encourage you to apply!

Department Info

You will report to the Group’s DTEC Lead, with a line of responsibility to the Group’s Bids and Contract Manager. You will work within the DTEC project team and in close partnership with Group’s Bids and Contracts team. You will engage with external stakeholders/partners where appropriate.

Our excellent benefits and rewards package:

• Access to local government pensions scheme (with employer contributions from 15.6% to 23.68%)
• Up to 41 days annual leave per year (26) including closure during Christmas period
• Access to our gyms, restaurants and salons
• Staff health & wellbeing and benefits schemes including in-house Occupational Health service
• Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• Full, part time and flexible working hours available in many roles
• Free Parking available at all of our sites
• Fantastic career development opportunities including funding for teacher training, apprenticeships and various other industry recognised qualifications
• New FE teachers can also apply for grants of up to £6,000 in STEM subjects (conditions apply) through the teacher retention initiative
• Recruitment Referral Scheme for all employees, worth £200 per referral made

What is the RNN Group?

RNN Group’s main goal is to be an ‘outstanding’ education and training provider and this is at the heart of everything that we do. To help us achieve this we are looking to recruit highly motivated, innovative and dynamic individuals to join our existing teams. To be a part of the team at RNN Group we will expect you to be committed to our values too.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for RNN Group, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.