Commissioning Officer

Page Personnel; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public sector organisation in Manchester is seeking a Commissioning Specialist on an interim basis. This role involves leading commissioning activities for adult services, focusing on quality assurance, stakeholder collaboration, and strategic planning. The successful applicant will have experience in managing procurement processes and a strong understanding of social care legislation.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangement

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a commissioning role for adult services.
• Strong understanding of social care legislation and commissioning practices.
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement and collaborative approaches.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning and contract management for adult services.
• Use data and feedback to inform strategic service planning.
• Ensure services meet statutory requirements and deliver value.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Data interpretation

Job description

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About Our Client

This role is with a well-established public sector organisation based in Manchester. The organisation operates within a structured framework and has a reputation for delivering effective services to the community.

Job Description

Key responsibilities for the Commissioning Specialist include:

• Lead the commissioning, procurement, and contract management of a portfolio of adult services, including services for older people, people with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, autism, and mental health needs.
• Use data, evidence, and stakeholder feedback to shape service models, assess population needs, and inform strategic planning.
• Work closely with operational teams, providers, NHS partners, and voluntary sector organisations to co-produce and co-design innovative service solutions.
• Drive quality assurance and continuous improvement through robust performance monitoring, service reviews, and contract management.
• Ensure commissioned services deliver value for money, meet statutory requirements, and align with priorities and legislative frameworks.
• Lead and contribute to market shaping activity to ensure a sustainable and responsive provider market.
• Manage budgets effectively and support the delivery of efficiency targets through service transformation.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Commissioning Specialist should have:

• Experience in a commissioning role for adult services.
• Strong understanding of social care legislation, policy drivers, and commissioning best practice.
• Experience in managing procurement processes and overseeing contracts to ensure compliance, quality, and effectiveness.
• Able to interpret complex data and translate it into strategic commissioning intentions and outcomes.
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement and partnership working, with a collaborative and co-productive approach.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with stakeholders effectively.

What's on Offer

• Daily rate of approximately £200 - £400, depending on experience.
• Temporary role offering flexibility.
• Based in Manchester.
• Collaborative team environment with a focus on achieving results.