Policy Assistant

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Policy Assistant to join their team in Birmingham. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development and delivery of domestic abuse interventions, supporting the Police and Crime Commissioner. With a focus on improving the lives of those affected by domestic abuse, you will work alongside passionate colleagues in a vibrant and diverse environment. This position not only allows you to make a meaningful impact but also offers a supportive and inclusive workplace committed to equality and diversity. If you're organized, motivated, and eager to drive change, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working

Hybrid working from home policy

Generous annual leave allowance

Learning & Development opportunities

Access to an employee benefits package

Qualifications

• Strong interest in policing, policy, and social justice.
• Ability to brief senior colleagues and develop impactful policies.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of domestic abuse perpetrator interventions.
• Coordinate the domestic abuse agenda and facilitate operational delivery.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Strong Communication Skills

Administrative Skills

Understanding of Diversity and Human Rights

Job description

R0204 Policy Assistant

Grade: 5 £31,296 - £35,526

Directly responsible to: Policy Manager and Policy Officer

12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Location: Office of the Police and Crime Commissioners in West Midlands

Closing Date: 12pm noon, 21^st February 2025. Interviews to take place in person on Wednesday 5^th March 2025.

This is a politically restricted post

Do you have a strong interest in policing, policy and social justice? Are you organised with strong administrative skills? Do you want to make a difference?

The Policy Assistant will provide important support to the Police and Crime Commissioner, through funding from the Home Office. You will support the development and delivery of effective domestic abuse perpetrator interventions and support the Victim’s Policy area.

You will facilitate operational delivery alongside the domestic abuse lead and key national partners. You will support the development and priorities of perpetrator interventions locally, against the government’s national strategy and the commitments within the police and crime plan. Providing a great opportunity for legacy and sustainability of pilots which have evidence of impact.

You will have excellent organisational skills to support and coordinate our domestic abuse agenda. You will need to have the skills and confidence to brief the Commissioner and other senior colleagues, and help to develop policy to deliver real improvements for those affected by domestic abuse.

You will have strong communication skills with the ability to develop relationships at all levels. You will also need energy, motivation, commitment and enthusiasm to maintain partner relationships.

The West Midlands is a vibrant and diverse part of the country and the Police and Crime Commissioner is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Applicants must be able to demonstrate a good understanding of diversity and human rights, and a personal commitment to promoting diversity and racial equality.

Why work for us?

West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner is committed to the reduction and prevention of crime, so by joining us you’ll be actively contributing to improving the West Midlands region. You will get to work alongside great people who are passionate about driving improvement and change! In return for your valued contribution we provide an impressive employee benefits package:

• Diverse, Inclusive and supportive organisation
• Flexible working
• Hybrid working from home policy
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Pay progression through multiple increments
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Access to an employee benefits package
• Committed to being an anti-racist and trauma informed organisation

Our values

It is important to us that every employee is committed to and shares our organisational values:

We behave with INTEGRITY and HONESTY in all we do. We work OBJECTIVELY and with IMPARTIALITY

to support the Police and Crime Commissioner and each other to achieve the objectives of the Police and Crime Plan.

We support each other by driving INCLUSIVITY within our interaction with each other and the public.

Don’t meet all parts of the Job Description?

At the Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace that reflects the communities of the West Midlands. Studies show that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for roles if they believe they do not meet each item of the criteria. So, if you are passionate about this role we encourage you to still apply. You may be exactly who we are looking for.

Please note we do not accept CV’s. To download an application form please visit: Working for Us or telephone [phone].

Recruitment is completed in line with safe recruitment practices. You can find our Safeguarding policy here: Safeguarding Policy.

For more information about the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner visit: West Midlands Police & Crime Commissioner .

For an informal confidential conversation about this post, please contact Harj Chakira by emailing: [e-mail].

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 21^st February 2025. Interviews to take place in person on 5^th March 2025.

Please note CV’s will not be accepted