Detective Chief Inspector (DCI) – CPAI Online Coordination Manager
Secondment Opportunity – 12 month secondment with a rolling review subject to funding allocation and performance.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Detective Chief Inspector to take on a unique and high-impact national leadership role, shaping the policing response to online child sexual abuse and exploitation (CSAE).
This newly established post responds to the growing scale, complexity and evolving nature of the online threat. Representing the NPCC Child Protection and Abuse Investigation (CPAI) portfolio, you will work in close partnership with the National Crime Agency (NCA), Hydrant Programme and the Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) Taskforce to deliver a more coordinated, effective and sustainable national response.
As The National Lead For Online CSAE, You Will
- Provide strategic leadership and coordination of the national policing response
- Lead the development and delivery of a cohesive national online CSA strategy
- Drive delivery of the end-to-end review, enhancing risk-based prioritisation, operational efficiency and system integration
- Strengthen alignment across intelligence, investigation, safeguarding and data to support a joined-up approach
- Build and maintain strong partnerships across policing, government and third sector organisations, including Hydrant, NCVPP and wider safeguarding partners
- Ensure training and capability development reflects emerging threats, legislative changes and advances in digital policing
This role offers a rare opportunity to influence national policy and practice while improving outcomes for victims and survivors. You will play a critical role in developing a sustainable, intelligence‑led and victim‑focused system—ensuring policing remains agile and effective in safeguarding children and bringing offenders to justice.
We are looking for a credible, forward-thinking leader with strong operational expertise, the ability to influence at a national level, and a clear commitment to public protection.
Closing date Wednesday 29th July 2026 - 12 Midday.
Staffordshire Police is fully supportive of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and strives to employ a workforce that represents the community we serve.
Our vacancies are open to everyone and all appointments are made based on merit. We encourage and welcome applications from all underrepresented groups which include: Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, female, people who have a disability, those who are neurodivergent and persons of the LGBTQ+ community.
For more information on Positive Action please email the team on positive.action@staffordshire.police.uk. For any Recruitment queries please email hrrecruitment.team@staffordshire.police.uk.
Detective Chief Inspector - CPAI Online Coordination Manager (Secondment) in Stafford employer: Staffordshire Police
Staffordshire Police is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises collaboration and professional development. Employees in the Partnership Decision Team benefit from meaningful work that directly impacts the community, with opportunities for growth and training in safeguarding practices, all within the vibrant and diverse environment of Staffordshire.
