We are currently recruiting for a Strategic Violence Reduction Consultant in British Overseas Territory (Exact location TBC).
Pay rate: Competitive, commensurate with experience
Contract duration: 20 months (with possibility of extension)
Purpose:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to perform a newly developed, strategic role in a British Overseas Territory. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape and develop criminal justice reform and make a significant impact on public safety.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development, coordination and implementation of a comprehensive violence reduction model
- Chair the Criminal Justice Board to monitor and progress the violence reduction model and wider criminal justice reform
- Identify key barriers in the criminal justice system and propose reforms
- Draft policy to support ongoing improvement of the criminal justice framework
- Convene and work with stakeholders, voluntary and community sectors, and other partners to ensure commitments are delivered
- Act as a focal point for key internal and external stakeholders
- Task and coordinate identified priorities
Required Qualifications and Experience:
- Extensive experience in developing and delivering violence reduction models, with an understanding of public health approaches
- Strong understanding of effective criminal justice systems and reform
- Proven track record of leadership in driving change and building consensus among diverse stakeholders
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Experience in strategic direction setting, resource management, and policy development
- Ability to chair high-profile meetings, present papers, and drive accountability
- Calm demeanour with adaptability and strong problem-solving skills
Desirable:
- Experience working directly with senior government and criminal justice officials, preferably in an overseas environment.
This role offers the opportunity to develop the practices and processes that will have a positive and lasting impact and continue to drive progress once the deployment ends.
Apply online or contact Lucia De Felice on 07425 757587. You can also email lucia@peelsolutions.co.uk for more information on this role.