Strategic Children's Commissioning Lead

Bury Council; Radcliffe; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commissioning Officer role within Bury Council’s Children’s Commissioning Team focuses on coordinating the commissioning cycle across services for children, including those in care or with SEND. You will work with the Strategic Lead, finance, procurement and partners to shape strategies and commissioning plans that deliver positive outcomes for children and families.

We are seeking a child-centred, outcome-focused professional with the ability to manage complex projects, prioritise work,

Qualifications

• Experience delivering complex pieces of work
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work collaboratively
• Skilled in building productive relationships and influencing stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Lead projects and support delivery of strategic priorities within the Childrens Commissioning Team
• Develop and implement strategies, business cases and commissioning plans to improve outcomes for children and families
• Contribute to service development, market management, contract monitoring, procurement activity and transformation programmes

Job description

The Commissioning Officer role within Bury Council’s Children’s Commissioning Team focuses on coordinating the commissioning cycle across services for children, including those in care or with SEND. You will work with the Strategic Lead, finance, procurement and partners to shape strategies and commissioning plans that deliver positive outcomes for children and families.

We are seeking a child-centred, outcome-focused professional with the ability to manage complex projects, prioritise work,