Organisational Learning Officer
Employer: National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC)
Location: Home Based (UK wide travel as required)
Working hours: Part-time – 18.5 hrs per week
Salary: £37,389 – £46,453 (pro-rated)
Closing date: 19th July 2026
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The National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) works in partnership with fire and rescue services across the UK to share best practice, drive improvement, and support a safer society. As a charity at the heart of the fire and rescue community, we are committed to continuous learning and excellence.
We are now looking for an Organisational Learning Officer to join our Guidance and Learning department and help shape the future of organisational learning across the UK fire sector.
About this role
Organisational Learning (OL) plays a critical role in improving operational effectiveness across fire and rescue services. In this role, you’ll help ensure that lessons identified are translated into meaningful change—both nationally and internationally.
You’ll analyse learning submissions, work with subject matter experts, and help identify trends and emerging risks. You’ll also support the development of recommendations that influence guidance, policy, and operational practice across the sector.
This is a highly collaborative role where you’ll engage with a wide range of stakeholders, from fire and rescue services to national partners such as JESIP.
Key Responsibilities:
Build and maintain strong relationships with fire and rescue services, NFCC teams, and partner organisations
Encourage and support the submission of organisational learning across the sector
Review, assess, and analyse learning submissions, including root cause analysis
Evaluate risks and prioritise learning based on national impact and existing controls
Present learning cases and recommendations to boards, committees, and stakeholder groups
Track progress of learning cases and ensure timely delivery of outcomes
Identify emerging trends and communicate insights across the sector
Share and disseminate learning to improve awareness and operational effectiveness
Handle enquiries and provide expert advice, escalating where appropriate
About you
You will have:
Experience in organisational learning within a fire and rescue service or emergency services environment
Knowledge of systems thinking, root cause analysis, or risk management (qualification or equivalent experience)
Experience analysing trends, evaluating outcomes, and producing reports
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
Experience working with stakeholders at all levels and presenting to boards or committees
Skills & qualities:
Analytical and critical thinking skills
Excellent communication and report-writing ability
Strong relationship-building skills
Ability to work independently in a remote environment
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Desirable:
Qualification in accident investigation (e.g. NEBOSH or equivalent)
If this sounds like the kind of opportunity that you would be interested in; please have a look at the Job Description and apply.
How to apply:
Please complete the application form via the ‘apply now’ button below. CV’s will NOT be accepted for this position.
Closing Date: 19th July 2026
Interviews & Exercise: Week commencing 3rd August 2026 (via Microsoft Teams)
If you are applying for a secondment on release from a FRS, we ask that you seek agreement from your manager or relevant CFO before applying.
PLEASE NOTE – THIS VACANCY WILL CLOSE BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE IF WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS.
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