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Avon and Somerset Police Authority is looking to appoint three independent members to work alongside the existing five independent and nine councillor members. If you, or someone you know are up for the challenge, are over 18, of independent mind and live or work in the force area and have done so for at least a year, why not apply?
As an independent member you will have a say in what the policing priorities are for Avon and Somerset, how the force budget is allocated as well as scrutinise the force performance and ensure local people's views are heard.
A commitment of, on average, 10 hours a week is required, for which a basic allowance of £8,970 and expenses including childcare and carer's expenses are payable. Appointments are normally for a term of four years, and will start from 1 October 2008.
For this role you will need;
- Good communication skills and a willingness to seek out and listen to the views of all sections of the local community on policing issues;
- Relevant skills, experience and knowledge, for example, in management, business, finance, community or race-relations;
- Knowledge of diversity issues to support the Authority's duty to promote equality and diversity in the police force;
- The ability to represent a broad range of local communities and challenge accepted views in a constructive way.
Follow the link for the full Role Profile and for the Person Specification for independent members:
For more information on becoming an independent member contact the Members' Support Desk on 01275 816377.
For further information and application details follow the link.
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