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Private Sector Development Adviser Candidate Pack • Current and future DFID opportunities • Future opportunities for 1 HMG New Approach to Africa Job Role: A 2 (Grade 7) PSD Adviser Civil Service Jobs Reference: 1617019 Closing date: Monday, 04 th February 2019 Candidate Information Pack – EPSA

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Move your mouse pointer over the buttons images below and click for more information. HMG New Approach to Africa Recruitment Process Candidate Information Pack – Advisory About this role Indicative Timeline Vacancy Description Further Information

Welcome Background Vacancy Process Timeline Further Information Africa is the continent of the moment,

Welcome Background Vacancy Process Timeline Further Information Africa is the continent of the moment, undergoing radical change. Think more skyscraper and start-ups, less sunset and safaris. Business as usual will not be enough to maximise the opportunities, nor manage the risks. Dynamic and exciting challenges – from South Africa to the Sahel – often with access to senior decision makers and a chance to have a real impact. We can offer: Dynamic and exciting challenges – from South Africa to the Sahel– often with access to senior decision makers and a chance to have real impact. It's in Africa that British officials helped avert famine in Somalia, tackle Ebola in West Africa, and where we are currently working to make the UK the largest G 7 investor. A chance to shape our new approach, which focuses on: • Inclusive growth, trade, investment and economic partnerships – supporting African countries to access high-quality international investment • Security and stability – taking a long term, upstream approach to tackling the drivers of instability • Climate change and sustainable natural resource management - including of Africa's wildlife • Empowering African women and men to choose when they have children - and working alongside African governments to stimulate investment in human capital • Increased UK engagement in the Sahel – tackling poverty and building stability in one of the world's poorest and more fragile regions. A commitment to invest in you, as we build a network that has the skills and expertise to deliver the once-in-a-generation change Africa needs; Lindy Cameron – DG Country Programmes, DFID and HMG SRO for Africa Candidate Information Pack – Advisory And extraordinary travel opportunities to meet people and see places that I guarantee will get under your skin.

Welcome Background Vacancy Process Timeline Further Information About HMG’s new approach to Africa With

Welcome Background Vacancy Process Timeline Further Information About HMG’s new approach to Africa With young populations, five of the world’s fastest growing economies and a thirst for innovation, Africa is a continent alive with opportunity – but progress has not been uniform, and for too many people everyday improvements to education, healthcare and security still feel distant We want to support the development of strong, prosperous and peaceful African nations, and we are listening when African leaders tell us they want modern partnerships that deliver mutual benefit. Therefore, the UK is making a new and distinctive offer to work alongside, invest in, and partner with African nations. By supporting African-led ambitions with British expertise, we can deliver more opportunities, more jobs and greater stability – both at home and for our African partners – from the Sahel to South Africa. In Cape Town this summer the Prime Minister committed to radically expand the UK government’s presence in Africa. This role is part of this uplift – the most significant and long-term increase in HMG staff across the continent in a generation – and offers applicants the opportunity to help shape this new, long-term UK partnership for prosperity and stability with Africa Candidate Information Pack – Advisory The UK is making a new and distinctive offer to work alongside, invest in, and partner with African nations.

Welcome Background Vacancy Process Timeline About the Cadre Private sector development (PSD) is concerned

Welcome Background Vacancy Process Timeline About the Cadre Private sector development (PSD) is concerned with the growth and diversification of the private sector to contribute to economic development, inclusive growth and job creation, increase economic opportunities for poor men and women, and deliver goods and services which help poor households improve their lives and livelihoods. In DFID, PSD seeks sustainable, market-driven approaches where possible to generate lasting outcomes and support self-financed exit from poverty. PSD Advisers have practical experience of working in and with the private sector and bring understanding of business incentives and ways of working. Advisers combine this understanding with analysis of international and local opportunities and constraints, expertise in different PSD instruments and approaches, and knowledge of key economic and social sectors to develop policy and deliver cost-effective PSD programmes. PSD Advisers also support DFID colleagues to engage with the private sector on a wide range of development objectives and to assess the risks and value for money of doing so. The PSD cadre has grown rapidly in recent years to deliver the economic development agenda and is now one of the largest in DFID with over 80 Advisers. Candidate Information Pack – Advisory Further Information

Welcome Background Vacancy Process A 2 PSD Advisers – Post Locations We currently have

Welcome Background Vacancy Process A 2 PSD Advisers – Post Locations We currently have 7 specific vacancies for A 2 Private Sector Development Advisers, including in Nigeria, Jordan, Senegal, Burma, Mozambique and Tajikistan We also expect a number of new posts will require filling over 2019/20, several of which will be related to DFID’s New Approach to Africa. If we have more successful candidates than we have live vacancies, we may hold these candidates in a pipeline (reserve) for up to 12 months, with a view to placing them over 2019/20. Candidate Information Pack – Advisory Timeline Further Information

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Welcome Background Vacancy Job Title Private Sector Development Adviser Civil Service Jobs Vacancy reference 1617019 Location Nigeria, Jordan, Senegal, Burma, Tajikistan, Mozambique Salary £ 51, 500 Timeline Further Information Vacancy Description About DFID The Department for International Development (DFID) leads the UK’s work to end extreme poverty, deliver the Global Goals, and tackle global challenges in line with the government’s UK Aid Strategy. Our aid budget is spent on tackling the great global challenges – from the root causes of mass migration and disease, to the threat of terrorism and global climate change – all of which also directly threaten British interests. We are ending the need for aid by building peaceful and stable societies, creating jobs and strong economies, fighting corruption, unlocking the potential of girls and women, tackling climate change and helping to save lives when humanitarian emergencies hit. We are doing this because it is both the right thing to do and firmly in Britain’s national interest. DFID works in partnership across Whitehall and with governments, civil society, the private sector and multilateral institutions, including the World Bank, United Nations agencies, and the European Commission. Candidate Information Pack – Advisory Process

Welcome Background Job Title Private Sector Development Adviser Vacancy Process Timeline Further Information Vacancy

Welcome Background Job Title Private Sector Development Adviser Vacancy Process Timeline Further Information Vacancy Description About the role? Civil Service Jobs Vacancy reference 1617019 Location Nigeria, Jordan, Senegal, Burma, Tajikistan, Mozambique Salary £ 51, 500 Private sector development (PSD) is concerned with the growth and diversification of the private sector to contribute to economic development, inclusive growth and job creation, increase economic opportunities for poor men and women, and deliver goods and services which help poor households improve their lives and livelihoods. In DFID, PSD seeks sustainable, market-driven approaches where possible to generate lasting outcomes and support self-financed exit from poverty. PSD Advisers have practical experience of working in and with the private sector and bring understanding of business incentives and ways of working. Advisers combine this understanding with analysis of international and local opportunities and constraints, expertise in different PSD instruments and approaches, and knowledge of key economic and social sectors to develop policy and deliver costeffective PSD programmes. PSD Advisers also support DFID colleagues to engage with the private sector on a wide range of development objectives and to assess the risks and value for money of doing so. Candidate Information Pack – Advisory

Welcome Background Job Title Private Sector Development Adviser Civil Service Jobs Vacancy reference 1617019

Welcome Background Job Title Private Sector Development Adviser Civil Service Jobs Vacancy reference 1617019 Location Nigeria, Jordan, Senegal, Burma, Tajikistan, Mozambique Salary £ 51, 500 Vacancy Process Timeline Further Information Responsibilities Private Sector Development Advisers provide policy analysis and advice on private sector development, and design and deliver programmes which contribute to poverty reduction through economic development. PSD Advisers: • Work in small interdisciplinary teams delivering economic development programmes in the UK and overseas country offices. • Work in UK-based policy teams developing DFID’s strategy and policy in areas such a growth, jobs, trade, infrastructure, business environment reform and financial sector development. • Manage DFID’s relationships with, and financial contributions to, some of DFID’s most important bi-lateral and multi-lateral economic development partners, such as CDC and the IFC. • Work effectively with other Whitehall Departments on issues of common interest such as the Prosperity Agenda and climate change. Candidate Information Pack – Advisory

Welcome Background Job Title Private Sector Development Adviser Civil Service Jobs Vacancy reference 1617019

Welcome Background Job Title Private Sector Development Adviser Civil Service Jobs Vacancy reference 1617019 Vacancy Process Timeline Further Information Responsibilities Please see the job specific profiles included within the advert to find out more about the responsibilities of each role. For future roles related to DFID’s New Approach to Africa, roles will vary in nature and location, but will focus strongly on supporting inclusive growth, trade, investment and economic partnerships. Location Nigeria, Jordan, Senegal, Burma, Tajikistan, Mozambique Salary £ 51, 500 Candidate Information Pack – Advisory

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Welcome Background Job Title Private Sector Development Adviser Civil Service Jobs Vacancy reference Vacancy Process Timeline Further Information Person specification What we are looking for; Civil Service Behaviours and Technical Framework Candidates are expected to be able to demonstrate the behaviours indicated below, further detail can be found in the Civil Service Behaviour Framework and PSD technical framework. All Civil Servants are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the Civil Service Code. 1617019 Behaviours Location • Seeing the big picture Nigeria, Jordan, Senegal, Burma, Tajikistan, Mozambique • Making Effective Decisions • Communicating and influencing Salary • Delivering at Pace £ 51, 500 Technical Competencies • • Candidate Information Pack – Advisory Private Sector and Contribution to Development Economic Development, Inclusive Growth and Poverty Reduction Shared Advisory Competency Trade and Development Investment Climate Reform Market Systems Development Investment and Finance

Welcome Background Vacancy Job Title Private Sector Development Adviser Process Timeline Further Information Person

Welcome Background Vacancy Job Title Private Sector Development Adviser Process Timeline Further Information Person specification What we are looking for; Desirable: Civil Service Jobs Vacancy reference • A post graduate degree or equivalent qualifications in a relevant subject, such as economics, business, finance, accounting or international development • Experience of working in or with the Private Sector 1617019 Location Nigeria, Jordan, Senegal, Burma, Tajikistan, Mozambique Salary £ 51, 500 Candidate Information Pack – Advisory

Welcome Background Vacancy Recruitment Process How to Apply Further Information Process Timeline Further Information

Welcome Background Vacancy Recruitment Process How to Apply Further Information Process Timeline Further Information To apply for this post please follow the instructions on the CS Jobs website and submit your application no later than Midnight, 04/02/2019. You will find some more information about the process which we will be using for this recruitment campaign in the Further Information section of this pack. This may help with your preparation. Time Line Selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit, on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. Reasonable adjustment If a person with disabilities is put at a substantial disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes. If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should highlight “Assistance required” in your application to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if you’re deaf, a Language Service Professional. Candidate Information Pack – Advisory

Welcome Background Vacancy Process Timeline Further Information Recruitment Process Part 1 How to Apply

Welcome Background Vacancy Process Timeline Further Information Recruitment Process Part 1 How to Apply Further Information Time Line Success Profiles The Civil Service uses a Success Profile framework to assess candidates’ knowledge and skills. Civil Service Behaviour Framework. PSD Technical Framework Your application for the role needs to be made by submitting your CV and evidence of the CS Behaviours listed below and submitted on the CS Jobs website. Written Sift The written sift will be conducted using evidence from your CV and CS Behaviour evidence and will be assessed against the Vacancy Description within this document. CV The CV is an on-line tool accessed through the Civil Service Jobsite and there is no requirement to upload your personal CV. Please ensure you remove all personal details. Evidence of Behaviours Your application contains the criteria by which the selection panel will decide whether to progress your application. Any other criteria detailed in the job profile may be tested during the interview and / or assessment process. Remember the STAR technique, situation, task, action and result when you are preparing your response. Key Attributes in these roles are; • Change Leaders • Ability to work jointly across HMG • Interest and Engagement in Africa • Flexibility • Diversity • Communication If a large number of applications are received, we may sift on the lead Civil Service behaviour. – Seeing the big picture, and the lead Technical Competence – role of private sector and contribution to development. The layout is entirely your preference; you may choose narrative, bullets, etc. You should write no more than 250 words for each behaviour and technical competence Candidate Information Pack - Advisory Evidence of Technical Competencies Provide evidence of the required technical competence in no more than 250 words per competence (see technical competencies listed in the vacancy details and refer to the technical framework).

Welcome Background Vacancy Recruitment Process How to Apply Further Information Time Line Process Timeline

Welcome Background Vacancy Recruitment Process How to Apply Further Information Time Line Process Timeline Further Information Part 2 The interview This will consist of a series of questions related to the Behaviours outlined in the job profile. You may also be asked to prepare for a range of exercises and you will be notified ahead of the assessment. Behaviour questions It may help to use one or more examples of a piece of work you have completed or a situation you have been in, and use one of the models below to explain: 1. WHO What it was, How you approached the work/situation, your personal impact on the work and what the Outcomes were, what did you achieve? 2. STAR What was the Situation? What were the Tasks? What Action did you take? How/what did you learn through a Review? Further Information You will find some more information about the process which we will be using for this recruitment campaign in the Further Information section of this pack. This may help with your preparation. Selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit, on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles Candidate Information Pack - Advisory

Welcome Background Vacancy Process Further Information Timeline Indicative Timeline Please note that these dates

Welcome Background Vacancy Process Further Information Timeline Indicative Timeline Please note that these dates are only indicative at this stage and could be subject to change. The anticipated timetable is shown below. 04/02/2019 Closing date to complete and submit application 05/02/2019 – 07/02/2019 Sift Period From 14/02/2019 Interviews will predominantly take place in London and East Kilbride. At times, some members of the interview panel may be using Video Conference or phone. Candidates are asked to note the above timetable, whilst exercising flexibility through the recruitment and selection process. Week commencing (Insert Date) w/c 4 March 2019 onwards Candidates advised of interview outcome Candidate Information Pack – Advisory

Welcome Background Vacancy Process Timeline Further Information Additional Information Security clearance required: SC Further

Welcome Background Vacancy Process Timeline Further Information Additional Information Security clearance required: SC Further Information Tour length (overseas posts) : 2 -3 Years (depending on location). Travel requirements (locations and regularity): varies depending on role Working Patterns: FTE, Flexible working and job sharing think we should say will vary dependent on role/business need. Pipeline At times we have more successful candidates than we have live vacancies. In this situation we may hold suitable applicants as pipeline (reserve) for up to 12 months and use this to fill future fixed term and permanent roles. Pipeline candidates can be offered vacancies based in our offices in the UK – East Kilbride and London, as well as our overseas offices, some of which operate from the world’s most fragile states. If you are identified as a pipeline candidate, you will be notified and asked for your consent to join the pipeline list and your details will be held in a secure location within our HR team. Contact Point for candidates If you wish to discuss the PSD cadre, please contact: Ann Robertson at A-Robertson@dfid. gov. uk or Kerry Johnstone at kerryjohnstone@dfid. gov. uk. For specific roles please refer to the contact list contained within the job advert. Candidate Information Pack – Advisory

Welcome Background Vacancy Process Timeline Further Information (cont’d) Equality and Diversity Candidate Information Pack

Welcome Background Vacancy Process Timeline Further Information (cont’d) Equality and Diversity Candidate Information Pack – Advisory The Civil Service is committed to being an equal opportunities employer and by 2020 have an aspiration to be the most inclusive employer in the United Kingdom. We value and welcome diversity. We aim to develop all of our staff to enable them to make a full contribution to meeting the Department's objectives, and to fulfil their own potential on merit. We will not tolerate harassment or other unfair discrimination on grounds of sex, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, age, religion or sexual orientation. We will promote and support the use of a range of flexible working patterns to enable staff to balance home and work responsibilities; and we will treat people fairly irrespective of their working arrangements. Under the terms of the Equality Act 2010, we will always consider making reasonable adjustments to ensure that disabled people are not disadvantaged in the recruitment and selection process. We are therefore committed to meeting, wherever possible, any needs you specify in your application. We will also consider any reasonable adjustments under the terms of the Act to enable any applicant with a disability (as defined under the Act) to meet the requirements of the post.

Job Role: A 2 (Grade 7) Private Sector Development Adviser Civil Service Jobs Reference:

Job Role: A 2 (Grade 7) Private Sector Development Adviser Civil Service Jobs Reference: 1617019 Closing date: Monday, 04 th February 2019 If you have any questions about applying for this role please contact: a-robertson@dfid. gov. uk Please include the vacancy reference number and job title in the subject line; eg. A 2(Grade 7) PSD Adviser – Ref: 1617019) Candidate Information Pack – Advisory