Strategic Commissioning Lead

Connected Local Government; Kendal; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in the UK is seeking a Commissioning Officer to lead commissioning activities across adult services, children’s services, and public health. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent project management, communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. You will play a vital role in improving outcomes for residents by developing integrated health and social care pathways, ensuring services meet statutory requirements, and managing resources effectively. The council offers a competitive pension scheme and enhanced annual leave among other perks.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Various discounts and perks

Qualifications

• High level of organization and confidence in communication.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• No need for background in social care or commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning activity in various services.
• Develop integrated health and social care pathways.
• Ensure services meet statutory requirements.

Skills

Project management

Ability to manage multiple workstreams

IT and data analysis

Presentation and report writing

Ability to develop and manage relationships

Team player

Job description

A local council in the UK is seeking a Commissioning Officer to lead commissioning activities across adult services, children’s services, and public health. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent project management, communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. You will play a vital role in improving outcomes for residents by developing integrated health and social care pathways, ensuring services meet statutory requirements, and managing resources effectively. The council offers a competitive pension scheme and enhanced annual leave among other perks.