Administrator – Strategy and Improvement

Working within the Strategy and Improvement Department, this role works across the whole Service and on occasion works with the public, other Fire and Rescue Services, local authorities, partnership agencies and educational bodies. It supports activities delivered by the Strategy & Improvement and the Corporate Communications & Engagement departments.

A high level of attention to detail and accuracy is required to support the strategic and statutory processes and external body requirements. Examples include Service plans, supporting consultation and evaluation processes, online documentation, project support, engagement activities. Research, producing documents, analysis, information gathering, process mapping and excellent organisation skills are required to support effective ways of working.

As an effective team player, you will need to use your initiative, knowledge and understanding of administrative systems to prioritise work and actively improve processes and procedures.

Police security vetting procedures at the appropriate level will be requested for the successful applicant. Please note that, due to the nature of security checks undertaken, applicants must have 3 years continuous residency in the UK up to the date of the application and Home Office approval for indefinite leave to remain within the UK.

The closing date for completed applications is midnight on Sunday 22 November 2026. Interviews will be held week commencing 30 November.

For an informal chat regarding the role please contact the recruiting manager Laura Slade at lslade@derbys-fire.gov.uk.

If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application form, please contact the Service Centre on 01773 305441.