Head of Policy and Commissioning

8 hours ago

Worcestershire, United Kingdom Red Snapper Recruitment | Public Safety Full time
Job Description

Red Snapper Recruitment are recruiting for Head of Policy and Commissioning for a midlands-based police force.


To lead on supporting the best possible delivery of the Police and Crime Commissioner’s (PCC) statutory functions and Police and Crime Plan, through the use of effective, efficient, evidence led commissioning and policy.


To play a strong role in strategic OPCC leadership and management, good governance and ensuring cohesion across OPCC functions.


Location: Hindlip

Salary: Starting from £60,957

Contract: 12 months FTC

Vetting: MV


Main duties and responsibilities

  • Lead in providing and ensuring the best possible assistance and strategic advise the Police and Crime Commissioner in their responsibilities under the Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011, in particular their responsibilities or powers in relation to commissioning, rehabilitation, diversionary activities and victims’ services, as well as responsibilities to hold the Chief Constable to account and use of robust, evidence-based policy.
  • Maintain leadership and strategic ownership for all aspects of policy and commissioning business within the Office of the PCC, including budgets and staffing. Ensure the best use of these resources.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant statutory requirements regarding commissioned services and deliver the best possible return on investments for the public.
  • Ensure compliance with statutory requirements within the area of policy, including (but not limited to) the PCC’s holding to account agenda, and publication of lawfully required information. Develop and maintain an understanding of the main issues affecting policing, crime and community safety, in particular the legislative and regulatory framework relevant to the duties of this post both nationally and locally.
  • Develop evidence-based strategies and policies for PCC commissioning and policy activity. Ensure their consistent delivery and best possible outcomes.
  • Developing and delivering the cycle of key PCC commissioned services and contracts.
  • Ensure outcomes of PCC commissioning activity are appropriately monitored and logged. Manage service providers and influence partners to ensure the best possible outcomes are achieved. Where necessary, manage the performance of contracts and commissioned services/ projects. Ensure PCC commissioning projects are properly evaluated.
  • Work alongside colleagues and partners to develop the market and deliver innovative commissioning solutions, frameworks and practices in the best interests of communities.


Person Specification

Knowledge:

  • The ability to demonstrate an understanding of the national and local commissioning framework within which the PCC/ police forces operate.
  • An understanding of business change principles including a working knowledge of how to effectively manage change and effectively realise benefits.
  • A level 6 qualification or equivalent.


Experience:

  • Experience or sufficient awareness of working in a political environment subject to public scrutiny.
  • Experience in designing, implementing and improving new procedures.
  • Experience of formulating and implementing commissioning and policy strategies with senior officers/members or equivalent including problem solving for high profile adverse issues.
  • Understanding of public or not for profit sectors.


The deadline for applications for this position is 13th December 2024.


If this role is not for you but you do know somebody who would be interested please refer them. We have a referral bonus scheme and will pay £75, in retail vouchers of your choice, for referrals who are not already known to us.


Due to the high volume of applications received, if you do not hear from us within 7 working days, I am afraid your application has been unsuccessful.


RSR is a public safety & enterprise security recruitment specialist.


We assist public safety employers find the right talent.


We assist all employers when they want to source public safety and enterprise security skills and experience.


Red Snapper Recruitment is a member of the Red Snapper Group.


The Red Snapper Group acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates.


The Red Snapper Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer.



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