Commissioning Manager - #1729843
TDL Import
Date: 7 hours ago
City: Birmingham
Contract type: Full time
Work schedule: Full day
Permanent
Grade 5- £41,511 - £49,764 Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review
Working 36.5 hours per week.
The role is largely remote/home-based however the post holder would be required to work from Birmingham City Council buildings as business needs dictate.
About Us
Do you want to make a difference for children, young people and families in Birmingham? Do you have a passion for co-production and involving citizens in decision making on local services?
Birminghams Children and Families Directorate are recruiting motivated professionals to support the Councils long-term commitment to children, young people and their families. We are looking for bold professionals who want to join us in creating meaningful impact, with a number of permanent roles being created across the Directorate to support our vision for Birmingham as a city where children thrive.
If you are looking to work across a large, diverse city through an exciting, yet challenging time of transformation and improvement and have the passion to secure the very best opportunities for children and young people, join us, and lead a compassionate and dedicated team advocating for children and families across Birmingham.
About The Role
You will have a key role in commissioning, contract management, policy and planning activity across Birmingham with responsibility for specific agendas including commissioning services through the Birmingham Childrens Trust, The Birmingham Education Partnership, the NHS and the local Integrated Care Board (ICB) among others. You will provide high-level support in the delivery of effective, high quality and evidence-based services across early years commissioning (Health Visiting, School Nursing, Children Centres), working collaboratively with Public Health colleagues and joint commissioning across health, short breaks, holiday activities and other programmes benefiting vulnerable children and families,at a reasonable cost, accessible and appropriate to service users, through the application of commissioning techniques. You will be expected to make effective contributions to the development of relationships with internal and external stakeholders, suppliers and organisations to deliver services and support that result in improved outcomes for children, young people and their families.
Putting children, young people and families across Birmingham first at all times, youll manage resources, operate within financial priorities to deliver value for money for the Council and our strategic partners while ensuring the best possible services and outcomes for children, young people and families.
Ask anyone who works at Birmingham City Council what its like working here and the most likely response you will get is challenging, fast paced yet rewarding. I have worked at Birmingham City Council for close to a year now and the ambition of our staff to do the very best for children and families every day despite current difficulties never ceases to amaze me! There is excellent support from leadership to design and transform services that are innovative and informed by evidence of what works for children and young people of Birmingham. There is never a dull moment at work, occasional curveballs and lots to keep you occupied, but there is also a phenomenal support system to get you through the toughest of days. They have also been supportive of work life balance and flexible working and I have found the environment nurturing of career growth and progression.Debdatta Dobe, Head of Strategic Commissioning.
About You
With a degree level qualification in a relevant subject, youll be an experienced commissioner with a track record of commissioning across strategic priorities.You will be able to analyse and interpret complex data from a variety of sources to inform commissioning priorities and shapekey policy and strategies. Youll support and facilitate partnerships with a wide range of colleagues, stakeholders, and external organisations to understand and develop markets to reflect evolving need.
In return, well match your commitment to us with opportunities to grow and develop your knowledge and experience in Commissioning as well as other rewarding career progression routes. We also offer competitive salaries and annual leave, membership of the local government pension scheme, and access to a variety of employee assistance programmes,to support the well-being of ourworkforce.
Please upload an up-to-date CV and Personal Statement via the attachments part of your application. The Personal Statement should outline how you meet the essential criteria for the role through your personal qualities, skills and experience and include your motivation for applying to the post. Note the Personal Statement should be no more than 1500 words. Unfortunately, we cannot consider any applications without a CV and Personal Statement attached.
Interviews for this post will take place in person. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further information.
Ref: BCC2040
We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.
Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, andwe arecommitted to employing, retaining and developing all of our people
We are dedicated to supporting internal mobility and the development of our people. As such, applications from internal employees and those under S118 will be given priority and reviewed before external applications are considered.
We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered.
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken
Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance withUK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed.
Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa fromthe UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).
We strive to advertise all roles for a minimum of two weeks. However, due to high application volumes vacancies may close earlier than the stated deadline. We encourage you to submit your application without delay to ensure consideration.
Grade 5- £41,511 - £49,764 Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review
Working 36.5 hours per week.
The role is largely remote/home-based however the post holder would be required to work from Birmingham City Council buildings as business needs dictate.
About Us
Do you want to make a difference for children, young people and families in Birmingham? Do you have a passion for co-production and involving citizens in decision making on local services?
Birminghams Children and Families Directorate are recruiting motivated professionals to support the Councils long-term commitment to children, young people and their families. We are looking for bold professionals who want to join us in creating meaningful impact, with a number of permanent roles being created across the Directorate to support our vision for Birmingham as a city where children thrive.
If you are looking to work across a large, diverse city through an exciting, yet challenging time of transformation and improvement and have the passion to secure the very best opportunities for children and young people, join us, and lead a compassionate and dedicated team advocating for children and families across Birmingham.
About The Role
You will have a key role in commissioning, contract management, policy and planning activity across Birmingham with responsibility for specific agendas including commissioning services through the Birmingham Childrens Trust, The Birmingham Education Partnership, the NHS and the local Integrated Care Board (ICB) among others. You will provide high-level support in the delivery of effective, high quality and evidence-based services across early years commissioning (Health Visiting, School Nursing, Children Centres), working collaboratively with Public Health colleagues and joint commissioning across health, short breaks, holiday activities and other programmes benefiting vulnerable children and families,at a reasonable cost, accessible and appropriate to service users, through the application of commissioning techniques. You will be expected to make effective contributions to the development of relationships with internal and external stakeholders, suppliers and organisations to deliver services and support that result in improved outcomes for children, young people and their families.
Putting children, young people and families across Birmingham first at all times, youll manage resources, operate within financial priorities to deliver value for money for the Council and our strategic partners while ensuring the best possible services and outcomes for children, young people and families.
Ask anyone who works at Birmingham City Council what its like working here and the most likely response you will get is challenging, fast paced yet rewarding. I have worked at Birmingham City Council for close to a year now and the ambition of our staff to do the very best for children and families every day despite current difficulties never ceases to amaze me! There is excellent support from leadership to design and transform services that are innovative and informed by evidence of what works for children and young people of Birmingham. There is never a dull moment at work, occasional curveballs and lots to keep you occupied, but there is also a phenomenal support system to get you through the toughest of days. They have also been supportive of work life balance and flexible working and I have found the environment nurturing of career growth and progression.Debdatta Dobe, Head of Strategic Commissioning.
About You
With a degree level qualification in a relevant subject, youll be an experienced commissioner with a track record of commissioning across strategic priorities.You will be able to analyse and interpret complex data from a variety of sources to inform commissioning priorities and shapekey policy and strategies. Youll support and facilitate partnerships with a wide range of colleagues, stakeholders, and external organisations to understand and develop markets to reflect evolving need.
In return, well match your commitment to us with opportunities to grow and develop your knowledge and experience in Commissioning as well as other rewarding career progression routes. We also offer competitive salaries and annual leave, membership of the local government pension scheme, and access to a variety of employee assistance programmes,to support the well-being of ourworkforce.
Please upload an up-to-date CV and Personal Statement via the attachments part of your application. The Personal Statement should outline how you meet the essential criteria for the role through your personal qualities, skills and experience and include your motivation for applying to the post. Note the Personal Statement should be no more than 1500 words. Unfortunately, we cannot consider any applications without a CV and Personal Statement attached.
Interviews for this post will take place in person. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further information.
Ref: BCC2040
We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.
Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, andwe arecommitted to employing, retaining and developing all of our people
We are dedicated to supporting internal mobility and the development of our people. As such, applications from internal employees and those under S118 will be given priority and reviewed before external applications are considered.
We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered.
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken
Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance withUK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed.
Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa fromthe UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).
We strive to advertise all roles for a minimum of two weeks. However, due to high application volumes vacancies may close earlier than the stated deadline. We encourage you to submit your application without delay to ensure consideration.
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