The West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner is seeking to appoint a number of people to work collaboratively as part of his new Advisory Panel.
The Advisory Panel will provide advice, challenge, guidance and support, to the Police and Crime Commissioner. It will be a structured and collaborative way for the Police and Crime Commissioner to engage with external stakeholders and advisors.
It will support us by reinforcing known and ongoing concerns, gaining new insights and providing a forum for stimulating, robust and challenging discussion. This is not a decision-making Board, but it will provide current knowledge, critical thinking and expertise, that will support holding to account and decision making by the PCC.
Persons appointed as Advisory Panel Members will not be members of the Commissioner’s staff. A flat rate of £357 will be paid per meeting, this will include all preparation for the meeting. Successful applicants will need to agree to a Volunteer Agreement.
The West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner understands that to effectively serve an area with such a rich cultural tapestry like the West Midlands, it is vital it is driven by people who reflect the diverse cultures and backgrounds that form its communities. To achieve this, we are seeking applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences to represent the West Midlands.
To be considered for any of these roles’ applicants will be required to have expert knowledge, experience, skills and understanding in at least one of the following key areas:
- Communities within the West Midlands
- Young people and youth violence
- Serious Violence
- Victims of Crime
- Violence Against Women and Girls
- Community Consultation and Engagement
- Health/Mental Health
- Safeguarding
- Disproportionality/Diversity and Equalities
- Use of Force
- Criminal Justice and Offending
- Community Safety
- Substance Misuse
- Policing and Crime
Interested individuals are encouraged to submit a CV and a one page covering letter to [email protected].
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Alethea Fuller by emailing [email protected].
Further information can be found on the PCC’s website: Job Vacancies – West Midlands Police & Crime Commissioner (westmidlands-pcc.gov.uk)
Closing date for applications: 12 noon on Wednesday 10th July 2024
Interviews will be held in person between Monday 5th – 7th August 2024
