A recent OA led Operations Management Workshop in York explored the skills and experience required to transition from managing a project within the forces, to a career in Project Management within a civilian context.
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A recent OA led Operations Management Workshop in York explored the skills and experience required to transition from managing a project within the forces, to a career in Project Management within a civilian context.
Read moreThe Army Families Federation (AFF) has published the results of their most recent survey, which focussed specifically on families posted to Scotland.
The feedback they’ve received from Army families in Scotland has helped the charity to learn more about Army family life there, and will be used to help shape their upcoming Scotland roadshow in Kinloss on 23 March.
Read moreThe Defence Medical Welfare Service is delighted to announce that Brigadier (Ret’d) Allan Thomson MSc MBA FIET CEng has taken over as the Chairman of Trustees from Major General (Ret’d) John Stokoe CB CBE, on 1.3.2017.
On speaking of his appointment, Allan Thomson said: “I am delighted to have been appointed the Chair of the Defence Medical Welfare Services to succeed John Stokoe. I am looking forward to bringing my business experience and skills to such a dynamic charity.
Read moreVeteran Les Binns, who served for 13 years with the Light Dragoons and lost his sight in one eye after an IED explosion in 2009, will be returning to Everest later this year for a second attempt to conquer the legendary summit.
Read moreIn 2017, Captain John Ford, Scots Guards, will be taking on one of the world’s toughest physical challenges to raise money for The Soldiers’ Charity.
Captain Ford, will be competing in the Marathon des Sables, a 156-mile race held in the deserts of North Africa.
Read moreThe Covenant Fund is running the Families in Stress Grant Programme again for the second year. We are holding an Open Session for any organisation that might be interested in applying on WEDNESDAY 05 April from 11.00 to 13.00.
Read moreHeropreneurs is a charity that inspires, networks and mentors aspiring entrepreneurs from the armed forces community. Tony served in the army for over 14 years and since leaving has been involved in the physical nitty gritty of films; currently working as a supervising location manager.
Read moreIn a brand new series of The Military Tech Show, we explore the latest and most exciting developments in defence and security technology. During the next six episodes highlights include rare access to the German Aerospace Centre outside Munich where scientists are using radar for detecting land mines; an exclusive behind the scenes look at the work of NATO’s Centre for Maritime Research and Experimentation in La Spezia, Italy.
Read moreThe PARAS’10 is the ultimate endurance challenge, based on the fabled P Company selection week test: 10 miles as a Run or ‘Tab’ – in boots and 35lbs Bergen. www.paras10.com This authentic military challenge is now in its 6th year at Colchester (Sun 21 May) and 10th year at Catterick (Sun 03 Sept). Take part as individuals or in teams of 4 – with trophies at stake for both Run and Tab. There’s even a PARAS’2 for Kids 8-14 – a 2 mile fun run with trophies up for grabs in three age groups. The Red Devils drop in to make a great day out for the family.
Read moreVoting closes Saturday, 25 February at 23:59 (midnight) for the Pets at Home Animal Partnership Award, one of ten categories of the 2017 Soldiering On Awards. Visit media partner Sunday Express to read about the five worthy nominees and to place your vote.
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