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Ocean Training and User Support Expert
2015-06-10 11:04:19| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Serco is a FTSE 250 international service company that improves the quality and efficiency of essential services that matter to millions of people around the world. The work we do for national and local governments involves us in the most important areas of public services, including science and defence. Sercos space heritage over the last 40 years has placed us in the Space News Top 50 Space Industry Manufacturing and Services Companies. With over 1500 staff in the space business covering a wide spectrum of experience and skills, we convey best practice, expertise and innovation in our business. For our activities in EUMETSAT, we are currently looking for an Ocean Training and User Support Expert in the User and Climate Services Team. Tasks and Responsibilities The key person shall support the exploitation of the Sentinel3 marine data in respect to a growing community of users, in particular through the provision of information, management of training activities and engagement with user groups in coordination with the delegated entity responsible for the Copernicus Marine Environment Monitoring Service. The successful candidate will be part of the training team and will work with experts across EUMETSAT and partners organisations. The main tasks of the successful candidate, within the marine domain, are Identify and regularly update the relevant user organizations, their fora and possible intermediaries on the sentinel3 marine mission and the marine data stream. Provide regular information to users and user groups on the status of the mission and the related marine and ocean products and service. Analyse and handle related user enquiries and user requests received VIa the EUMETSAT Helpdesk. Review the framework for user communications activities with respect to the Sentinel 3 mission and related marine and ocean products and services. Support the development of the relationships with key users and subject matter experts and facilitate feedback on the quality of the products and services provided. Establish the training requirements, develop and deliver a plan to meet those requirements, evaluate the effectiveness of the training and resources delivered. Identify and engage relevant and skilled subject matter experts to support user training. Maintenance and update of relevant user documentation e.g. user guides, etc. Maintain contact with the Copernicus Marine Environment Monitoring Service user engagement processes, as required. Requirements Essentials In addition to having postgraduate MSc level trainingeducation or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience, the key person shall meet the following essential criteria Significant experience of the management of training from needs assessment to evaluation of training for user groups. Experience in using satellite data in marine research or operations. An ability to relate to user groups and subject matter experts. Appreciation of the whole chain from data sensing to user application of a product. Experience of maintaining sources of information for users. Experience of working in partnership across organisational boundaries. This will be demonstrated through at least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in relevant disciplines. Desirables Furthermore, it would be a distinct advantage for the key person to have experience with Distance learning methodologies. A range of earth Observational Data visualisation tools. A range of learning technologies learning management systems, web conferencing tools etc. Understanding the processes used to retrieve marine geophysical parameters in one or more of elements of the sentinel product suite. The successful candidate shall be able to conduct all activities in an orderly and disciplined manner, shall be able to work calmly and correctly under stress and must be able to work with the minimum of supervision. Fluency in English is mandatory and a working knowledge of French would be a significant advantage. Application procedure Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for Germany or be EU nationals. Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for Germany or be EU nationals. Due to the high interest these roles generate, Serco reserves the right to commence, alter or conclude the recruitment process prior to the closing date. If shortlisted, a recruiter will contact you directly. You can also login at any time to apply to additional positions. Data Protection By submitting a job application you agree to the storage of any personal data provided by you directly or collected from generally accessible sources in particular professional and other social media throughout the entire application process CV, references, letter of application, interviews as applicable. To facilitate subsequent contact for professional purposes only, you agree to your data being saved after the application process has ended. You may revoke your consent to this agreement at any time. The same shall also apply if you are contacted by SERCO GROUP regarding vacancies that match your existing profile. If you are interested in this vacancy, and think you have the skills and experience required, please apply via the relevant link available in our corporate careers website httpwww.serco.comcareersindex.asp If you have any question regarding this position please email space.careersserco.com Position Ocean Training and User Support Expert Reference G015140EUM Application closing date 08.07.15 Start date 01.09.15
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