Unit & Position Role When directed by CDS, CJO is to exercise Operational Command of UK forces assigned to overseas Joint and Combined operations, either led by the UK or another nation, in order to achieve MOD UK’s strategic objectives Act as the 24 hrs point of contact at PJHQ for all operational matters, operations and deployed personnel acting on behalf of CJO. Take immediate action on behalf of ACOS J3 and OTs in the event of an incident or emerging crisis any operational theatre, including a Personnel Recovery (PR) event. Responsibilities Monitor all UK and multinational secure communications systems within J3 and ensure that it is speedily directed to the relevant Ops Team, PJHQ Division, FLC deployed HQ and OGD as required. Provide the Chief of Defence Staff Duty Officer with updates on operational and major incidents as they occur. Act as J3 POC for all UKLO's stationed at Allied Commands, JFHQ and for all other small or recce detachments under PJHQ command. Responsible to the J3 Ops Co-ord for coordinating of activities in the OCR, including OCR briefs. Maintaining security within the OCR and J3. Responsible for activating the Alternative OCR as part of the PJHQ BCP or in the event of a major incident affecting the OCR. Act as the DO during the transition of period when a crisis passes from a CPT to an OT and be prepared to form part of the Crisis Operational Planning Team in the event of an unforeseen crisis.. Coordinate key CSG/J3 battle rhythm events. Command and management of Ops Controllers and Ops Control Assistants. Due to the restrictions in the alternate BC location the SP must be a sole British National. Local Considerations Domestic Hours are unsociable during the night shift and the shift patterns make it challenging to become involved in normal unit events and social life. Employer Comments Individual must arrive in post with DV clearance. Individual must be comfortable working a shift system which includes unsociable hours and from potentially being separated from family or friends for 2 weeks at a time every 2-3 weeks. The Individual must be confident briefing Senior Officer up to 3* level on a regular basis. Due to the restrictions in the alternate BC location the SP must be a sole British National.