Commissioning Manager - Adults Social Care

Want to make a difference?

Adult Social Care is committed to making a difference to the people of West Sussex. We are looking for people who get things done. An experienced and exceptional Commissioning Manager who can lead on projects alongside external service providers and internal teams to develop key areas of our business. This post will have a specific focus on managing commissioning projects to improve services for vulnerable older people who have Care Act eligible care and support needs.

About you

You will be a highly motivated person with well developed analytic, literacy, numeracy, problem solving and project management skills which enable you to produce technical reports which make evidence-based recommendations. You will have a strong understanding of the important role that Adult Social Care can play in people's lives and a commitment to making the customer experience better. You will know how to work collaboratively with people across a large, complex organisation, using developed communication, organisational, interpersonal and persuasion skills to build consensus for change and to successfully embed new ways of working. You will have the ability to use qualitative and quantitative evidence-based solutions and keep the customer at the centre of everything you do. You will have experience or an excellent understanding of working in a public sector environment.

Experience and Skills

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:

• Strong project management experience
• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to analyse data effectively
• Experience in Commissioning in adults social care setting (or relevant setting)
• Demonstrable success in leading and managing a team
• Have the ability to use qualitative and quantitative evidence-based solutions
• Experience or an excellent understanding of working in a public sector environment.
• A degree or equivalent qualification or experience which demonstrates that level of applied knowledge and understanding to deliver the role.

About Us

The Older People's Commissioning Team, part of West Sussex County Council's Adults Social Care Department, works with a range of resident representatives, service providers and internal teams to commission services that support older people with care needs to live the lives they want to lead. In this role, you will be an important part of the work, ensuring that services and solutions are available to people across the county to meet the care and support needs of our residents.

Take a look at our Commissioning campaign page for further information on the work of the commissioning teams - https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/campaigns/careers-in-the-adults-commissioning-service/

Team members are genuinely valued, respected and there is an emphasis on work life balance. For this role, hybrid working currently means the team work together in the office on Wednesdays, with remote working for the rest of the week (we occasionally need to be in the office more than once per week). West Sussex values and nurtures talent, and we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and develop your career and skills.

About the Job

Salary: £53,350 - £57,005 per annum
Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours
Contract Length: Permanent
Location: County Hall, Chichester - Hybrid Working with required travel across the county*
Closing Date: 1st December
Interview Dates: Week commencing 9th December

We are looking for an experienced Commissioning Manager who is passionate about making a difference and skilled at leading people and change. The successful applicant will support the development of proposals and business cases for transformation, support procurements, monitor and manage large budgets, performance and risk, adapting to ensure effective delivery of strategy and plans, commencing with the Care Homes Framework.

Our Commissioning Managers work collaboratively with people across a large, complex organisation, using developed communication, organisational, interpersonal and persuasion skills to build consensus for change and to successfully embed new ways of working. As such it is imperative to have strong networking and relationship management skills.

We strongly encourage you to have an informal chat with Angela Yphantides on before applying, especially if you have experience in other areas of commissioning and you aren't sure whether to apply.

Take a look at our Commissioning campaign page for further information on the work of the commissioning teams - https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/campaigns/careers-in-the-adults-commissioning-service/

* Please note that you will need to be able to travel independently around the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Council pool cars and pool bikes are available.

Further Information

The reference number for this role is CAFHE05343.

For further information please contact Angela Yphantides (Service Manager, Commissioning - Older People, Adults and Health) at . For issues or queries regarding your application please contact .

To apply applications should be made by uploading your CV and an accompanying support statement that clearly sets out how you meet each of the skills, qualifications and experience required for the role, which can be found in the attached job description on the West Sussex application page. Please be mindful when you complete your application that you will be shortlisted based on your demonstration of how you meet the criteria required for the role. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.