The Violence Reduction Partnership (VRP) which is hosted within the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) for Avon and Somerset is looking to recruit a VRP Manager. This is an exciting role that will lead the management of the Knife Crime Concentration Fund as well as supporting the day-to-day functions of the VRP.
Reporting to the Senior Partnership and Engagement Manager, this is a key role within the VRP, working to support delivery against the Avon and Somerset Serious Violence Reduction Strategy, the OPCC Police and Crime Plan and the Home Office funded grant to reduce knife crime.
The core responsibilities of this interesting and varied VRP Manager role are:
- Develop and maintain awareness of local issues and policy impacting knife crime, undertaking research as required to support the PCC in their role and the work of the VRP.
- Develop effective relationships with relevant parts of Avon and Somerset Police, the VRP and other stakeholders to inform policy and research activity.
- Support development and oversight of grant and commissioning processes including strategy, allocation, approval and ongoing monitoring as required to meet the aims and objectives of the Police and Crime Plan and the VRP Strategy.
- Undertake research, analysis and evaluation of appropriate interventions to support the evidence base for what works in reducing knife crime.
- Prepare reports and briefings relating to the delivery of the Knife Crime Concentration fund as required for the VRP Board and/or Delivery Group.
- Undertake specific project work as relevant and agreed by the VRP Director or the Senior Partnership and Engagement Manager
What we are looking for
Ideally you will have experience of some or all aspects of grant management, commissioning processes and project work. You will have the ability to build credible relationships with a variety of different partners and stakeholders and will be able to demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and evidence-based practice. You will have the skills to be able to manage your time effectively and to enable you to deliver at pace where required.
What we can offer you:
A package of financial, lifestyle and health benefits. Including:
- Flexible working
- Hybrid working approach
- Free onsite parking at Police HQ, Portishead
- Access to a gym at HQ for a minimal monthly subscription
- Continuous professional development
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Wellness Initiatives
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to leisure and retail discounts
The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) is run by a dedicated team who support the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC). The role of the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) is to be the voice of local people in policing and to hold the Chief Constable to account. The aim of all PCCs is to ensure the delivery of an effective and efficient police service within their force area.
We are looking for someone that will embrace our purpose to lead improvement in efficiency and effectiveness of policing, victim support and criminal justice services on behalf of local people and our values of Openness, Partnership, Compassion and Courage.
Please refer to the Role Profile document when completing the application form. In section 3, you are required to provide evidence with specific examples for each of the Essential and Desirable criteria included in the Person Specification section of the Role Profile. For each of the criteria, please write a paragraph detailing how your experience, qualifications, skills and abilities meet the minimum criteria for the role.
Further details are included in the attached Role Profile. If you would like to discuss the vacancy further, please contact our Recruitment Team
Job Types: Full-time, fixed term contract to March 2028
With approval of your current employer this vacancy is open to secondments
Salary: £38,169.00 - £48,459.00 per annum depending on experience
Schedule: Flexible working will be considered
Work Location: Hybrid remote from Portishead based HQ
Application deadline: Thursday 18th June at midnight
Interview dates – week commencing 6th July 2026
Please note that government plans are underway to transfer functions under the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) model to a Police and Crime Board in May 2028 as part of reforms introduced by the Police Reform Bill. Functions delivered by the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) will still be required under the new model however the specific arrangements of this transfer are in their infancy and yet to be defined. These changes are intended to enable better join up with local services across Avon and Somerset.
