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The Independent Audit Committee plays a key role in enhancing public trust and confidence in the governance of the Police and Crime Commissioner and the Chief Constable and provides advice on them on the principles of financial reporting, internal controls, corporate governance, risk management, statutory financial duties and issues identified by their respective auditors.
Applicants will need to be able to absorb and analyse complex information and make clear, independent judgements, have financial awareness, be able to think independently and have a balanced approach to significant issues. It is desirable that you also have an awareness and understanding of public sector and are able to listen and challenge in a constructive manner and have knowledge of corporate governance issues.
We would specifically welcome those with an understanding of changing policing needs, partnership working, equalities and the needs of local communities and knowledge of the role of the Commissioner’s and Force’s key activities. Applicants must also either live or work in the Northumbria Police Force area.
The appointment will initially be for four years with the option of appointment for a further 4 year term. An allowance of £104.50 per meeting and reasonable expenses will be payable for attendance at these meetings.
The Police & Crime Commissioner (PCC) has a team of staff and volunteers who work hard to ensure her priorities, as set out in the Police and Crime Plan, are delivered. If you’d like to know what those priorities are, why not take a few minutes to check them out here.
We’re an equal opportunities employer who values and encourages diversity and are committed to building a team that fully reflects the communities we serve. We work hard to provide an accessible and inclusive working environment which enables our staff and volunteers to thrive.
Roles at the Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner (OPCC) can range from delivering education sessions in schools as part of the Violence Reduction Unit to supporting the Commissioner’s drive to provide support services to victims of crime. The OPCC is a rewarding place to work: no two days are ever the same but we can always guarantee a great working environment. We will work with you to ensure your transition to your new career is as smooth as possible and we will support you every step of the way.
All job opportunities within the OPCC are uploaded to this page.
If you have any questions, drop us an email to enquiries@northumbria-pcc.gov.uk and we’ll happily answer any questions you have or provide further information. We also have a number of volunteering roles, from checking on the welfare of police dogs to being a member of one of our scrutiny groups – you can find out more about volunteering opportunities here.