Are you passionate about making a difference to young Londoners? Some of London’s most vulnerable children and young people are affected by abuse, exploitation, violence and gangs. Keeping Londoners safe is the Mayor’s top priority. MOPAC is looking for a Programme Officer to work on a 3-day job share basis (preferably Wednesday to Friday) to work within their Safer Youth team. This is a key role within an exciting and ambitious team that works to ensure young people have access to specialist support needed to help them cope and recover from trauma and/or reduce risk of victimisation and exploitation.
The Mayor’s Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) is the organisation through which the Mayor of London exercises his role as the Police and Crime Commissioner for London and is led by the Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime. MOPAC undertakes a broad range of statutory duties and works closely with the Mayor of London, Deputy Mayor and Metropolitan Police Service to deliver the priorities that will create safer London communities.
The Programme Officer role will support the commissioning of services and develop policy to prevent crime, reduce reoffending, support victims and assist the delivery of the Mayor’s new Police & Crime Plan commitments. You'll work collaboratively across MOPAC and the Greater London Authority as well as the third sector, community safety and criminal justice partner agencies.
We are looking for someone who:
· Has the ability to build relationships, influence and negotiate with stakeholders and partners.
· Has the skills or experience that enable effective programme management and policy development.
· Has strong written and verbal communication skills.
· Can deliver at pace and work flexibly in order to meet MOPAC priorities.
Want to find out what it’s like to work with MOPAC?
Read our interviews with Havana Wellings-Longmore (Community Engagement Officer).
You can also find out more about MOPAC by visiting our website.
If you have a question about this role please contact Caroline Tredwell; Caroline.Tredwell@mopac.london.gov.uk
If you have a question about the role or the recruitment process please contact a member of the HR team via email on HR@mopac.london.gov.uk
Political Restriction
Political Restriction; under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 (as amended by the Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011) all members of staff of MOPAC will be politically restricted without the right to apply for an exemption.
Security Vetting Clearance
The successful candidates will be expected to undergo the necessary security vetting which may take around 8 weeks to be completed. Applicants will also need to have resided in the UK continuously for at least the last three years.
Reward and Benefits
In addition to a good salary package, we offer an attractive range of benefits including 32.5 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, civil service pension scheme and flexible working arrangements.
Applying for the role
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Where are we based?
We have moved to a hybrid working model with office hubs at Union Street (near London Bridge) and Newlands Park (postcode SE26). On average staff will work 1-2 days a week from an Office Hub, but this may differ depending on the role requirements.
London's diversity is its biggest asset and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
Please note we do not accept CVs for this role. All applications for this vacancy must be submitted via our online recruitment system. To apply please click the "Apply" button below.