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Commemorations Support Coordinator
| Posting date: | 24 July 2024 |
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| Salary: | £25,560 to £27,125 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 August 2024 |
| Location: | sl6 7dx |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Commonwealth War Graves Commission |
| Job type: | Contract |
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Summary
Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Hours: Mon – Fri
What you’ll be doing
Our Commemorations team are at the heart of the CWGC’s mission to remember those who lost their lives in the First and Second World Wars. You’ll help to maintain the casualty database and progress the output of casework and policy decisions.
Your focus will be on finding the last resting place of Commonwealth war casualties buried in the UK by their families. Using archival sources and liaising with burial authorities, you will locate the necessary evidence, so that these casualties can be commemorated appropriately by the Commission. Using your investigative skills, you will be tenacious, thorough and systematic in progressing cases from submission through to resolution.
What you need to have
- A-Level or equivalent
- Strong knowledge of 20th Century History in relation to the First and Second World - Wars
- Experience locating and interpreting documents relating to Commonwealth military service
- Good written and verbal communication
- Advanced computer literacy
Who we are
The Commonwealth War Graves Commission is an organisation dedicated to honouring and caring for the graves and memorials of servicemembers who died in the two World Wars. The work of the commission is not only out on the field, but in our head office too, which contributes to the meaningful commemoration of those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
What we offer
- 25 days annual leave, rising by 1 day per year of service up to a maximum of 30
- Paid public holidays and paid office closure between Christmas and New Year
- Flexible working arrangements
- Generous Pension Scheme, with CWGC contributing up to 15%
- Life Assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle To Work & Electric Vehicle schemes
How to apply
Apply via our Career Portal by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ button.
As this is an active role, we will be interviewing as we go along, and the role will close when we have an offer accepted by a preferred candidate. Interviews are likely to take place in September.
We believe creating a diverse environment enriches our organisation and strengthens our mission, therefore, we welcome applications from everybody. Join our inclusive environment where every individual is valued.
Hours: Mon – Fri
What you’ll be doing
Our Commemorations team are at the heart of the CWGC’s mission to remember those who lost their lives in the First and Second World Wars. You’ll help to maintain the casualty database and progress the output of casework and policy decisions.
Your focus will be on finding the last resting place of Commonwealth war casualties buried in the UK by their families. Using archival sources and liaising with burial authorities, you will locate the necessary evidence, so that these casualties can be commemorated appropriately by the Commission. Using your investigative skills, you will be tenacious, thorough and systematic in progressing cases from submission through to resolution.
What you need to have
- A-Level or equivalent
- Strong knowledge of 20th Century History in relation to the First and Second World - Wars
- Experience locating and interpreting documents relating to Commonwealth military service
- Good written and verbal communication
- Advanced computer literacy
Who we are
The Commonwealth War Graves Commission is an organisation dedicated to honouring and caring for the graves and memorials of servicemembers who died in the two World Wars. The work of the commission is not only out on the field, but in our head office too, which contributes to the meaningful commemoration of those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
What we offer
- 25 days annual leave, rising by 1 day per year of service up to a maximum of 30
- Paid public holidays and paid office closure between Christmas and New Year
- Flexible working arrangements
- Generous Pension Scheme, with CWGC contributing up to 15%
- Life Assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle To Work & Electric Vehicle schemes
How to apply
Apply via our Career Portal by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ button.
As this is an active role, we will be interviewing as we go along, and the role will close when we have an offer accepted by a preferred candidate. Interviews are likely to take place in September.
We believe creating a diverse environment enriches our organisation and strengthens our mission, therefore, we welcome applications from everybody. Join our inclusive environment where every individual is valued.
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