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Job reference: 000087
Salary: Expenses
Closing date: 07/08/2024
Department: CA Police Fire and Criminal Justice
Location: GMCA
Division: Independent members
Hours Per Week: 1

Job Details


Greater Manchester Police, Crime and Fire Panel

Independent Panel Member

Advert closes 07/08/2024

Shortlisting  09/08/2024

Interviews w/c 19/08/2024

Greater Manchester Combined Authority’s, Police, Crime and Fire Panel offers a unique opportunity for Greater Manchester residents to engage directly in the governance of their community's safety services.

The panel is currently recruiting for 2 independent members.  Following the successful completion of the previous members' terms, we are looking for local people from diverse backgrounds who can bring a range of skills and expertise to be an effective independent member.  Coming from a policing or fire background is not a requirement for being an independent member on a panel.  Understanding what matters to local people is important to the role.

As an independent member, you will play a crucial role in shaping the strategic direction of Greater Manchester Police and Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service, ensuring they meet the needs of the public.

This position not only allows you to contribute to the welfare of your community but also provides a platform to challenge and enhance the effectiveness of local safety measures. With the power to influence key decisions, from budgeting to senior appointments, your voice can lead to tangible improvements in the services that protect and serve Greater Manchester.

This is an opportunity to make a significant impact while gaining insight into the inner workings of public service governance.


About us:

As an employer, the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is made up of a number of key Greater Manchester strategic functions and service providers including; Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS); Waste and Resources; Environment; Work and Skills; Research; Public Sector Reform; Police, Crime and Criminal Justice; Homelessness; the Greater Manchester Ageing Hub and the Commissioning Hub.


We value the diversity of our employees, and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across Greater Manchester. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people's age, disability, Trans status and Non-binary identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.


To find out more about working for us please click here: https://www.greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk/ 


You can find out more information on the following websites and via the Q&A document below.

  • Greater Manchester Combined Authority web pages - for more information on the work of the Greater Manchester Police, Crime and Fire Panel, including previous meeting papers:

Police and Fire - Greater Manchester Combined Authority (greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk)

Greater Manchester Combined Authority (greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk)

  • Home Office web pages - for more information about role of Police and Crime Commissioners, and Police, Crime and Fire Panels:

Police and crime commissioners - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

  • LGA web pages for more information about the role of Police and Crime Commissioners, and Police, Crime and Fire Panels:

Police and crime panels | Local Government Association

  • Greater Manchester’s Fire Plan

Fire Plan - Greater Manchester Combined Authority (greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk)

Fire Plan - Greater Manchester Fire Rescue Service

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