Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner, Ipswich, IP5 3QS £37,500 per annum 37 hours per week Full Time Permanent Reference: 0183 An exciting opportunity has arisen to support the Police and Crime Commissioner for Suffolk deliver their Police and Crime Plan by developing policy, undertaking research and providing clear analysis of qualitative and quantitative performance data. As the Policy and Performance Officer you will work closely with the Police and Crime Commissioner, their senior management team and colleagues in Suffolk Constabulary to evaluate and analyse progress against the Suffolk Police and Crime Plan. You will provide advice, analysis and briefings to inform the PCC’s scrutiny programme and policy work. This is a great opportunity to join an enthusiastic and established team and play a key role in shaping the next phase of development. You will have: the ability to understand, analyse and present complex statistical and qualitative information The ability to give clear, concise and authoritative advice, and be able to negotiate and exert influence when required a track record of delivering on time, managing competing demands and having excellent organisational skills a good understanding of policing and the statutory obligations on the PCC and their partners the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with key partners good research, analytical and formal evaluation skills, including the ability to access information from a variety of sources and assess what is important and should be considered in the development of a policy decision. We will offer you: the opportunity to make a difference to the community of Suffolk competitive salary with a generous annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and the ability to work from home an excellent local government pension scheme and access to the Blue Light Card discount scheme exciting and varied work streams a diverse, equal and inclusive workforce in an organisation that values its people a wellbeing support function and staff support networks for all staff members and access to the sports and social club. For more information For an informal discussion only, please contact Kate Boswell on (01473) 782771. How to apply Full details about the role are available on our website https://suffolk-pcc.gov.uk/join-the-team-policy%20and%20performance-officer Closing date: 4pm, 19 May 2025. Interview date: 9 June 2025. The Police and Crime Commissioner supports equal opportunities and would welcome applications from all eligible persons irrespective of gender, race, ethnic origin, religious belief, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability or any other protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010.