Communications and Engagement Manager

Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley
Kidlington
Band 4J, circa £40,067 per annum, pro rata where necessary. Progression based on performance, plus benefits
Full & Part Time
Permanent

EXTERNAL/INTERNAL VACANCY

Job share will be considered, therefore, part time applicants are welcome to apply.

We are looking for a Communications and Engagement Manager for the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC). In this role you will effectively communicate and promote the Police and Crime Commissioner’s policies, decisions and actions to all communities across the Thames Valley and proactively monitor and manage the PCC’s response to public and media comment.  

The successful candidate will have knowledge and experience of public and stakeholder engagement practices and techniques and be able to assess their effectiveness and value. You will have a nationally recognised qualification or equivalent relevant experience in internal communications, public relations or journalism together with experience of organising and managing public relations and communications functions, activities and events, including of diverse and hard to reach communities. It is essential you have good IT skills including Microsoft Office with the ability to develop and maintain web pages as well as experience of working in digital and social media. Previous experience of senior management decision making is required along with the ability and experience to interpret and communicate complex issues and information to a non-technical audience.

A flexible approach to working is essential as some events require attendance in the evenings or weekends. The capability to travel to different locations across the Force area is essential in order to undertake all assignments in a timely manner. Due to the requirement to work flexibly, including unsocial hours, public transport may not be available therefore a full UK driving licence is considered essential.   

If you have any queries please contact People Services Recruitment Department on 0845 2 66 66 77 – Option 1 (internal 301 6500) quoting reference 15621.

The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 7th April 2019.

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.

Developing YouWe promote a culture where your continuous professional development and learning is actively encouraged and where people have the opportunity, and responsibility, to achieve their full potential. 

Valuing Difference.  We are committed to building a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve and an inclusive culture that not only values, but finds strength in difference.  Learn more about how we are Valuing Difference.    

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.