Joint Audit Advisory Committee members

Dan Price, Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner and Chief Constable Mark Roberts are looking to appoint new members of the Joint Audit Advisory Committee (JAAC), which provides independent assurance around the governance and financial arrangements of the Constabulary and Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner.

While it is not a scrutiny function, the JAAC supports good governance and strong financial management and advise the Commissioner and Chief Constable directly. Members must have a good understanding of risk management, governance, audit and financial controls and the annual accounts. A flat rate allowance of £1,500 per annum is paid to JAAC members, however, if you are an employee of an organisation and receive payment from your employer for time spent in JAAC meetings, an allowance will not be paid but expenses will be paid in line with the Constabulary’s travel and subsistence policy. Membership eligibility criteria and more information on the role is available within the recruitment pack,

The closing date for applications is 5pm on 7^th May 2026. Shortlisting will take place the following week and interviews are planned to be held virtually on 22^nd May 2026.

The Commissioner and Constabulary are fully supportive of diversity, equality and inclusion and strive to employ a workforce which is representative of the community they serve. Applications are welcomed from all under-represented groups and support will be made available throughout the recruitment process for all applicants.

If you have any queries in relation to diversity, equality and inclusion or have a request for any additional support you may need, please email diversity.equality.inclusion@cheshire.police.uk (opens email application)

If you wish to discuss the position informally, please contact Clare Hodgson, Chief Finance Officer in the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner on 01606 364000 or email clare.hodgson@cheshire-pcc.gov.uk (opens email application).

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