Head of Policy

1 week ago

Worcestershire UK, West Midlands, United Kingdom DataCareers Full time

Head of Policy & Commissioning - Policing Sector

Salary: Upto £68,000

Location: Hybrid/Worcestershire


My Client are on a journey to shape the future of policing and create an inclusive working environment where our employees feel safe to make suggestions and voice their opinions. The main purpose of the Head of Policy and Commissioning role is 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 and to play a strong role in strategic OPCC leadership and management, good governance and ensuring cohesion across OPCC functions.


This role is commutable from Kidderminster, Birmingham, Cheltenham, Gloucester, Hereford, Malvern, Ledbury, Evesham, Redditch, Bromsgrove, Bewdley, Droitwich Spa and Pershore and


Duties:


  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Build positive relationships and influence with key partners, service providers and stakeholders to further the effectiveness and efficiency of policy and commissioning, and all wider PCC activity. Enhance the reputation of the OPCC.


Skills Required:


  • 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.
  • Understanding of market development and how to influence it.
  • Proven experience of influencing decision making at a senior level.
  • Substantial and relevant experience of managing resources to achieve best value for money.
  • Track record of providing a high quality, customer focused services.
  • Proven experience of building effective strategic relationships with multiple stakeholders.
  • Project / programme management experience.
  • Willing to embrace change and maximise positive outcomes for stakeholders and the community.
  • Strong track record of good management and leadership of staff, preferably in a similar environment.
  • 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
  • In depth knowledge and understanding of the PCC's role, statutory requirements and wider operating environment, including legislation and other factors that impact PCC business.


Why work for us?


  • 28 days Annual leave (increasing to 33 after 5 years service) + bank holidays
  • Generous pension scheme
  • Health and wellbeing, occupational health services, staff networks and an Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Police Mutual, affordable private healthcare and other savings.
  • Gym membership discounts.
  • Discounts on Electric Vehicles and Cycle to work scheme.
  • Register for a Blue light card - over 15,000 discounts from large national retailers.

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