Corporate Strategy Researcher (Fixed Term Contract/Secondment)
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL VACANCY
Fixed term contract for 22 months/Internal Secondment for 24 months
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new, small and developing team at the heart of the organisation, helping enable critical governance processes and undertaking research to support the creation of organisational strategy. This role will provide insight into most areas of Thames Valley Police service delivery, with particular focus on risk, business continuity, policy, inspection processes and proposals for new business initiatives. You will also support, through research, the production of strategic analysis, considering the challenges of the future.
Educated to A-level standard or equivalent, you will have a high standard of IT skills with particular experience in Excel spreadsheets, managing databases, accuracy in inputting data, whilst having the commitment to learn, develop and implement new systems. The ability to undertake research including the collection, collation and presentation of information in a concise and accurate format is essential. You will have an excellent standard of written and oral communication and be able to effectively communicate across all levels within the organisation. A logical approach is required with the ability to innovate and work with minimum supervision, whilst getting the most benefit from the innovative application of existing and new IT software.
If you are an internal permanent member of staff applying for this role, please note it will be offered on a secondment basis. The secondment must be supported by your line manager. A business rationale must be sent to recruitmentpolicestaff@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk by the line manager if the secondment is not supported.
If you have any queries please contact People Services Recruitment Department on 0845 2 66 66 77 (internal 301 6500) quoting reference 13922.
The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 17th December 2017.
At Thames Valley Police (TVP) we work together to protect our communities. Whether as an officer, staff member or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission. As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities. Learn more About Us.
Working Smart. You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day. In the post-pandemic era this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce.
Supporting You. Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do. Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we’ll be supporting you via a wide range of Wellbeing services, partnerships and initiatives. We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with. We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card. Learn more about how we will be Supporting You.
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Vetting. All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis.
This opportunity is closed to applications.