Job Requirements/Description
Thank you for your interest in a role at the MOPAC, and we are excited to hear about your experiences. Join us to make London a safer city for all. We believe violence is preventable, not inevitable. Do you have a passion for embedding research and learning into practice? Are you experienced at bringing people together to understand collective impact? Are you passionate about making a difference and understand that young people, families and communities must be the forefront of solutions to tackle violence? There is an exciting opportunity for a Head of Research, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning to join London’s Violence Reduction Unit (VRU). London’s VRU is focused on stopping violence before it happens through an approach that is rooted in prevention and early intervention. We use research, data and intelligence to better understand why violence occurs and we take action to prevent it now, and in the long-term. We are a team of specialists who use our expertise to work in partnership with communities, local authorities, the NHS, public health, police, schools and colleges and charities, to co-ordinate efforts and bring about change. The VRU is a voice and champion for young people, families and communities. About the RoleWe are looking for a Head of Research, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (RMEL) to join the VRU team. This role will provide strategic leadership, to support and deliver in our growing role for leading evidence informed practice regionally and nationally, alongside strategic development in our violence reduction impact messaging. This will include managing a team who have developed and operationalised a best practice outcome performance framework, enhancing our capacity building function to support monitoring and learning across sectors. The post holder will have full strategic leadership and oversight of the research and evaluation strategy for the unit including budget allocation and governance. The VRU is looking for someone who: Holds expertise and leadership experience across Performance oversight and Data Insights.Has leadership experience developing Research and Evaluation strategies and portfolios. Can demonstrate strong ability to build and influence key strategic relationships with cross sector stakeholders. Has leadership experience embedding violence reduction evidence-led approaches into key decision-making in terms of strategy and policy development. Has excellent experience of public sector commissioning and budget management. Want to find out more about the VRU?Click here to learn more about the VRU, as told by our Young People’s Action Group. You can also find out more about the VRU, and find out more about MOPAC by visiting our websites. If you have a question about this role please contact Karina Wane-Henry (Director for Strategy and Operations, VRU) karina.wane-henry@london.gov.uk Applying for the Role Candidates wishing to apply must upload their CV accordingly, complete their personal profile and answer the supporting questions. Please ensure your answers clearly address the essential criteria and competency framework outlined in the attached job description. Please note that you will not be able to go back and edit your application once you have pressed the submit button. We advise all candidates to make note of the supplementary questions and draft their answers outside of the recruitment portal. MOPAC operates a blind recruitment process; therefore, please do not write any identifiable information (such as your name, pronouns or any personal information) within your supporting question answers or introductory statement. If you require any reasonable adjustments or assistance submitting your application, please email HR@mopac.london.gov.uk. Political Restriction Political Restriction: under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 (as amended by the Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011), all MOPAC staff members will be politically restricted without the right to apply for an exemption. Security Vetting Clearance The successful candidates will be expected to undergo the necessary security vetting, which may take around eight weeks to complete. Applicants must possess the legal right to work in the UK and have resided in the UK continuously for at least the last three years. Reward and Benefits In addition to an excellent salary and civil service pension with 28.97% employer contribution, we offer an attractive range of benefits including 32.5 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan and flexible working arrangements. Where are we based? We have moved to a hybrid working model with office hubs at Union Street (near London Bridge) and Newlands Park (postcode SE26). On average, staff will work 1-2 days a week from an Office Hub, which may differ depending on the role requirements. Got a query on the recruitment process? If you have a question about the recruitment process, please get in touch with a member of the HR team via email at HR@mopac.london.gov.uk. We are a disability-confident employer. MOPAC guarantees an interview to any applicant that declares that they have a disability, providing they meet the minimum standards for the job role. These standards are defined in the job description and will often be listed as essential or desirable skills. London's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.