Senior Commissioning Officer – Domestic Abuse

Senior Commissioning Officer

Two Year Fixed Term

Grade D -

Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review

Working 36.5 hours per week

Every year domestic abuse shatters the lives of 2.3 million people across the Birmingham we are determined to change that. This is your opportunity to join a passionate Domestic Abuse Prevention Team working to break the cycle of abuse support safer communities and deliver lasting change through the Citys Domestic Abuse Prevention Strategy.

The post holder will lead on implementing Part 4 of the Domestic Abuse Act which places duties on local authorities to provide domestic abuse support in safe accommodation for all survivors. Amongst other duties this exciting and challenging role will involve progressing and delivering work at a fast pace.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading on data collection and insight across the partnership supporting in the delivery of the authoritys statutory duty under Part 4 of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 to commission support within safe accommodation and reporting on this duty ensuring it is evidence led
• Proactively managing and overseeing the delivery of Domestic Abuse Prevention Strategy 2024 its action plan and the strategy delivery groups to ensure the action plan for the Strategy is moving forward
• Collaboratively working with a range of partners both internally and externally to support and drive our Domestic Abuse Local Strategic Partnership Board forward
• Preparing and presenting reports to Cabinet and the City Councils Cabinet Members
• Promote innovation and co-production in service design and delivery of the Domestic Abuse Prevention Strategy 2024

About You

Were looking for a committed and skilled professional who can bring both passion and expertise to this vital role. You will:

• Have proven experience of working within or alongside domestic abuse service providers or similar with the confidence and drive to make a difference
• Communicate clearly and effectively with a wide range of stakeholders building strong partnerships to deliver the Domestic Abuse Prevention Strategy
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the domestic abuse landscapenationally regionally and locally
• Be confident in interpreting data to shape decisions and influence positive outcomes

This is a fast paced busy challenging and rewarding role. At the heart of this role is the chance to make a real and lasting difference to survivors in our City.

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