Commissioning Officer Grade 4- £33,366 - £40,476 Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review Permanent Full-time, 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? Birmingham’s Children and Families Directorate are recruiting motivated professionals to support the Council’s 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 As a key member of the commissioning team, you will contribute to the delivery of strategic commissioning intentions and assist in the delivery of jointly commissioned services across Birmingham City Council and our partners including the NHS, Birmingham Children’s Trust and the voluntary and community sector. You will be comfortable in collecting and analysing high volumes of data and information in order to inform commissioning activity, to complete statutory returns and support performance management. You will assist, support and coordinate relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and organisations that deliver services and otherwise work with the Council to deliver our priorities for children and families. Putting children, young people and families across Birmingham first at all times, you’ll support us in managing and optimising resources, operate within financial priorities to deliver value for money for the Council and our strategic partners while ensuring the best possible service 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 You will have a good understanding of commissioning priorities that are outcome-focused and are based on City Council priorities, market intelligence and resource availability. You will be experienced in the development of service specifications with a range of stakeholders, including children, young people and families and have a good understanding of the requirement for commercial awareness that support development and implementation of commissioning plans and business cases. In return, we’ll 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 our workforce. 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 To learn more about this role or for an informal discussion, contact the hiring mangers Debdatta Dobe at debdatta.dobebirmingham.gov.uk. Ref: BCC2041 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, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people 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 with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Job Description and Person Specification 2041 - Commissioning Officer - GR4 - JD REVISED FINAL 190424.docx