Plymouth City Council
Head of Commissioning
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We are looking for a dynamic leader to join our service as Head of Commissioning as we continue to grow, develop and embed our future commissioning plans.
As Britain’s Ocean City, Plymouth is a vibrant place to live and work, with access to the moors and shores along with a bustling city centre. We are home to the UK’s first National Marine Park, ‘The Box’ – our outstanding museum and have secured Freeport status for our thriving maritime industries. We are ambitious for our city, driving growth and innovation and have just launched a council wide transformation programme to support us manage our future demand.
About the Role
Strategic Commissioning is key to supporting and leading change, and the Adults, Health and Communities Directorate is looking for a Head of Commissioning to drive forward our commissioning priorities and projects for the city’s children, young people and adults. Reporting to the Service Director for Integrated Commissioning, you will lead the strategic planning of commissioning programmes across the directorate.
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Key Responsibilities
- Leading the strategic planning of commissioning programmes across the directorate
- Demonstrating experience of leading commissioning projects for children, young people and adults
- Having a passion for research and innovation in service delivery
- Possessing knowledge of the external provider market including the challenges and opportunities for social care and health
- Working closely with the Head of Innovation and Delivery to develop and plan key commissioning change programmes across our all-age commissioning service
- Harnessing the power of data and insight to support and shape our services
- Building and maintaining constructive relationships with stakeholders and partners including other local authorities, health partners and elected members, as well as our commissioned providers across the city
- Having a core focus on making sure we listen to and act on the voices of those with lived experience who draw on care and support
Requirements
- Enhanced Child and Adult Check from the Disclosure & Barring Service
Working Arrangements
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Equality and Diversity
Plymouth City Council is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, care experience, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation.
As part of our commitment to promoting equality, we offer guaranteed interviews to those who meet the essential criteria and are considered disabled, care experienced or are an Armed Forces Service Leaver within the last two years.
Additional Information
Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK
Contact Information
For a conversation about the role please contact Louise Ford, Service Director, Integrated Commissioning, louise.ford@plymouth.gov.uk
Important Dates
- Closing date: Sunday 27 July
- Anticipated interview date: Thursday 6 August at Crownhill Court
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