Job Details: Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) - Commissioning and Policy Officer - HC623627
Location: The Long Barn, Unit 1 Dean Estate, Wickham Road, Fareham
Hours: 37.00 hours per week
Contract: Full-time and permanent
Salary: Scale PO1 £42,612.00 - £45,765.00
Interviews will take place on the 7th or 8th May 2026 at The Long Barn, Fareham
The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) supports the Police and Crime Commissioner serving Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. The OPCC provides a link between Hampshire & Isle Wight Constabulary (HIOWC) and the communities they serve through setting the budget, holding the Chief Constable to account in the delivery of an efficient and effective service and commissioning interventions and services to support victims, prevent offending and re-offending.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team at the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. This role plays a key part in providing research and analysis in order to make recommendations on policy development and commissioning activity to enable the Police and Crime Commissioner to make informed decisions and deliver on the commitments made in their Police and Crime Plan.
Support the Head of Commissioning and Commissioning and Contracts Managers to deliver efficient and effective commissioning and procurement activities.
Support the Commissioning Team to undertake performance and monitoring reviews for services to assess the impact and ensure positive outcomes are achieved for communities of Hampshire and Isle of Wight.
As part of a small team, you will be responsible for research in thematic areas to gain insights into policy changes, reform and development that may influence commissioning decisions locally.
The post-holder will use knowledge and research findings to produce evidence-based advice on best practice to support victims of crime and interventions to prevent offending and re-offending. The post holder will analyse a range of data sources to ensure the OPCC is informed of emerging issues, changing trends and performance delivery.
Key Responsibilities
1. Support the Head of Commissioning to deliver the commissioning strategy aligned with the Police and Crime Commissioner’s objectives and priorities in relation to support for victims of crime and the prevention of offending and reoffending.
2. Build and maintain knowledge on crime, policing and criminal justice, focusing on policy changes and development. Undertake proactive research to identify good practice and innovation in relation to effective services to support victims and interventions to prevent offending and reoffending.
3. Analyse data to assess need and trends and identify available resources and where gaps in provision exist.
4. Work in partnership to develop a thorough understanding of local needs and priorities and actively seek opportunities to bring additional funding into Hampshire and Isle of Wight to support victims and reduce crime and anti-social behaviour.
5. Support the Commissioning Team to set priorities, plan services and interventions and secure resource through presenting evidence to the Police and Crime Commissioner to enable them to make informed decisions about efficient and effective use of available funding.
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About You
We are looking for a candidate who has:
6. Strong analytical and research skills to convey accurate information.
7. Ability to present information and data to influence decision making clearly and concisely.
8. Ability to problem solve and balance evidence with aspiration.
9. Experience of undertaking and delivering projects
10. Strong data skills and the ability to use software programmes such as Microsoft Office.
11. Experience of writing reports for internal and external use.
12. A passion for gaining better outcomes for victim or crime, reducing offending and partnership working.
Why Join Us?
13. Work in a dynamic and impactful environment supporting crime prevention and public safety.
14. Engage with a range of stakeholders to make a real difference in the community.
15. Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
How to Apply
Please follow the online application link to apply. You will be required to enter personal details and complete our pre-screen questions.
To complete your application, please ensure you;
16. Attach a CV;
17. Provide answers to the shortlisting questions detailed below. Each answer should be no more than 400 words or equivalent characters to support 400 words. Based on the role profile please outline why you believe you are suited to the role of Commissioning and Policy Officer and what relevant skills you can bring to the position? Give an example of how you have worked with internal or external stakeholders to deliver shared aims and objectives? Can you describe a research project you have delivered from start to finish, including the methods you used and how your findings influenced decision-making? How does this role relate to all stages of the commissioning cycle?