Commissioning Officer – Domestic Abuse

Birmingham City Council; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Birmingham is seeking a passionate individual to lead the implementation of the Domestic Abuse Prevention Strategy. The role involves collaborating with various partners, ensuring data-driven decisions, and presenting reports to the Cabinet. Applicants should have demonstrated experience within domestic abuse services, strong communication skills, and a deep understanding of the domestic abuse landscape.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Great pension scheme

Well-being support

Annual travel passes

Discounts at city centre establishments

Qualifications

• Proven experience of working within or alongside domestic abuse service providers or similar.
• Strong communication skills to manage stakeholder relationships.
• Understanding of the domestic abuse landscape at various levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead data collection and oversee delivery of the Domestic Abuse Prevention Strategy.
• Collaborate with partners to drive the Domestic Abuse Local Strategic Partnership.
• Prepare reports for Cabinet and Council Members.

Skills

Experience with domestic abuse service providers

Strong communication skills

Data interpretation

Job description

Every year, domestic abuse shatters the lives of 2.3 million people across the UK. In Birmingham, we are determined to change that. This is your opportunity to join a passionate Domestic Abuse Prevention Team, working to break the cycle of abuse, support safer communities, and deliver lasting change through the City's Domestic Abuse Prevention Strategy. The post holder will lead on implementing Part 4 of the Domestic Abuse Act, which places duties on local authorities to provide domestic abuse support in safe accommodation for all survivors. Amongst other duties, this role will involve progressing and delivering work at a fast pace.

Responsibilities

• Lead on data collection and insight across the partnership supporting the delivery of the authority's statutory duty under Part 4 of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021, to commission support within safe accommodation and report on this duty, ensuring it is evidence‑led.
• Proactively manage and oversee the delivery of Domestic Abuse Prevention Strategy 2024+, its action plan and the strategy delivery groups to ensure the action plan for the Strategy is moving forward.
• Collaborate with a range of partners both internally and externally to support and drive our Domestic Abuse Local Strategic Partnership Board forward.
• Prepare and present reports to Cabinet and the City Council's Cabinet Members.
• Promote innovation and co‑production in service design and delivery of the Domestic Abuse Prevention Strategy 2024+.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of working within, or alongside, domestic abuse service providers or similar, with the confidence and drive to make a difference.
• Strong communication skills, able to build clear and effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders to deliver the Domestic Abuse Prevention Strategy.
• Demonstrated understanding of the domestic abuse landscape nationally, regionally and locally.
• Confidence in interpreting data to shape decisions and influence positive outcomes.

Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer. We are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people.

We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application. We are dedicated to supporting internal mobility and the development of our people. As such, applications from internal employees and those under S118 will be given priority and reviewed before external applications are considered. We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed.

Working for Birmingham City Council is more than just a job; it's about making life better for the 1 million plus people who live and work in the city. The Council is a fantastic place to work, a leadership in pursuit of excellence, with clear vision and five key priorities: prosperity, inclusivity, safety, health and green.

In return, we offer you excellent terms and conditions, generous annual leave, a great pension scheme, well‑being support, annual travel passes and discounts at a number of city centre establishments.