Commissioning Support Officer

Kent County Council; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Kent is seeking a proactive Commissioning Support Officer. In this role, you will manage services that improve outcomes for children, families, and vulnerable adults. Your responsibilities include overseeing the commissioning process, managing contracts, and conducting research and data analysis. Ideal candidates will possess relevant qualifications and demonstrate strong project management and analytical skills. This is an opportunity to positively impact the local community.

Qualifications

• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Understanding of the commissioning process and relevant legislation.
• Proven experience in project management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commissioning process ensuring alignment with strategic outcomes.
• Lead effective contract management to drive value.
• Support service redesign initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

NVQ Level 4 or equivalent

Degree-level qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Commissioning Support Officer is an exciting new role within the Council's Commissioning Teams. As a Commissioning Support Officer, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering the commissioning cycle, from start to finish, for services that make a real impact on the lives of children, families, and vulnerable adults across Kent. Working alongside a team of dedicated Commissioners and collaborating with colleagues across KCC, you'll lead on low-risk and low-value services/contracts, ensuring all activity is evidence-based, provides best value, and meets the needs of our communities.

Your responsibilities will include:

1. Managing the commissioning process ensuring alignment with KCC's strategic outcomes.
2. Leading effective contract management to drive value and improve service outcomes.
3. Supporting service redesign initiatives to improve outcomes and engagement.
4. Administering low-value procurements and ensuring compliance with policies.
5. Undertaking research, data analysis, and forecasting to inform commissioning plans.
6. Building positive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.

This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.

Are you passionate about improving outcomes for children and vulnerable adults? Do you have a keen eye for detail, strong analytical, project management, and interpersonal skills? The Children's Commissioning Team and Adult Social Care Commissioning Team are looking for a proactive Commissioning Support Officer to help design, procure, and manage services that improve lives across Kent.

Qualifications and experience required include:

• NVQ Level 4 or equivalent, or a degree-level qualification, with a commitment to ongoing professional development.
• A solid understanding of the commissioning process and relevant legislation (e.g., Children's services, Adult Social Care, and Public Health).
• Proven experience in project management and working in partnership settings.
• Strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and excellent communication abilities.

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KCC is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the county's residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths, and those with caring responsibilities. We aim to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves. Please note: if you are interested, please apply as soon as possible, as the closing date may be earlier than stated if a sufficient number of qualified candidates apply.