Analytics & Evaluation Manager

Analytics & Evaluation Manager
Corporate Support and Development
Grade F (£38,754 - £45,147)
Permanent
Rose Hill Headquarters

Please note staff currently in the Internal re-deployment pool will be considered in the first instance, and the role may be withdrawn without notice.

Merseyside Police

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge that will allow you to demonstrate your skills and share your experience within a fast-paced and dynamic working environment?

At Merseyside Police we understand that searching for your first job, your next job, or that big promotion is a huge milestone. Here at Merseyside Police we always think about what it’s like to be in your position when making those big decisions. It takes courage to make change happen in your life, and we’re here to help you with that.

We’re here for the first step, the next step, and the big step.

You’re not just a number to us. You’ve got to know you’ll love working here. It’s as important to us as you ‘being the right fit’. We want to help you feel what it’s like to work at Merseyside Police to see the value you can bring to any of our roles, and how we can help you grow. We’re never one-size-fits-all. Our careers are as unique as you are.

We’re a kind, ambitious and diverse team, always supporting and encouraging each other. Our people are extremely important to our business, without them we wouldn’t be where we are today, If you like what you hear, then we’d love you to apply!

Job Purpose:

To manage the provision of an accurate, incisive and progressive analytics, evaluation, review and evidence based practise and research capability. To
strategically position and support the force in driving improvement and raise outcomes for the communities of Merseyside.

To provide the force with an assessment of organisational performance/Operational performance and demand information, delivering conclusions, identifying areas for improvement and good practise directly influencing decision making and the strategic direction of the force.

Knowledge & Experience:

Educated to degree level or with equivalent experience in statistical, research and analysis and have an understanding of analytical approaches and concepts.

Experience of delivering research and analysis in a complex organisation and of using research to inform policy and strategy development.

Experience of supervising, managing and motivating a multi disciplines team in a large organisation.

Experience in research and analysis and excellent knowledge of Force IT Systems is required in order to provide a comprehensive analytical service to the force.

Proven ability in communication, both verbal and written with the ability to present/prepare reports.

High level of interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with people at all levels in the organisation and with outside agencies in order to develop a two-way exchange of information/intelligence.

Demonstrate motivation, commitment and a positive approach to workload and tight deadlines and an ability to manage competing demands, prioritise and innovative ways to meet deadlines.

Comprehensive knowledge of police practices and procedures and a detailed knowledge of strategic policing issues to ensure performance information is set within the wider context of policing.

A flexible approach to both working hours and practises to meet operational demands.

There may also be a requirement to work at other areas within the force.

Lateral thinker with the ability to handle and assimilate large amounts of data/information/intelligence.

Knowledge of procedures and the ability to understand legislation/guidelines are important in order to provide appropriate guidance and advice to Analysts, Researchers and other staff members.

The ability to facilitate groups of people and workshops to support the continuous improvement framework on behalf of the force.

Please use the attached JDQ and Leadership Framework when completing your 1000 - word evidence.

Please click here for the full JDQ.

Please click here for the Leadership Framework.

Benefits:

At Merseyside Police we value our employees, and we provide ample support and training to ensure you excel in your role, alongside receiving benefits such as:

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays pro rata increasing to 30 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years full service.
Local Government Pension Scheme with contributions from 5.5% to 11.5% depending on your salary.
Access to on-site gyms – HQ and OCC
Option to become a member of the onsite unions.
Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme
Cycle to work scheme.
Taskers Salary sacrifice car scheme
Hybrid/Agile working (role dependant)
Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy and Mental Health Peer Supporters.
Flexible working opportunities 7am – 19:00 – (must work during the core working hours 10:00-15:00 )
Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements.
Sick pay provisions

Our commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion

Building a workforce that represents our communities is important to us. We aim to attract & keep people with the best skills & highest potential. We want to attract a diverse range of individuals into our force who might not have considered a career with us before.

To help us achieve a workforce that represents our communities, we have a dedicated team working to encourage people from diverse communities to build their career with us. They provide support & guidance throughout the application process to candidates from under-represented groups.

To find out more about the support on offer from our dedicated Outreach team please click here or contact us at Outreach@merseyside.police.uk