Contract Type: 2 years fixed term (from commencement of role)
Location: The main team are based on the Civic Centre campus but staff are able to work from various locations and from home
About us
We currently have an exciting vacancy within our Integrated Commissioning Team (fixed term for two years) to enable us to continue to build on our success and also bring new experience, knowledge and ideas into the team.
About you
You will need to demonstrate effective organisational skills with a methodical approach and an understanding of the need for attention to detail. You will have the ability to manage your own workload, prioritising to ensure that all tasks are complete accurately within agreed timescales. You will also possess excellent written and verbal communication skills to support the sharing of complex information and positive relationships with providers, colleagues, partners and senior management.
About the role
An exciting opportunity has become available within the Children’s Services Commissioning Team for the post of Commissioning Support Officer. The primary purpose of this role is to offer a comprehensive support service to commissioners in Children’s Services and the Skills and Work Commissioning Team.
The post holder will be responsible for:
1. Working with commissioners, staff from other departments in Salford City Council, partners, other agencies and providers to develop and maintain data collection and reporting systems which contribute towards benchmarking and outcomes based performance management.
2. Developing and maintaining accurate and detailed financial records to support budget monitoring and timely and accurate payments to providers.
3. Analysing monitoring reports and data to identify any concerns, addressing them with the provider and raising any issues with the commissioner if not resolved.
4. Arranging, contributing to and taking notes of monitoring meetings ensuring that provider returns or reports are received and distributed in advance.
5. Ensuring that all contract documentation in relation to commissioned services is completed.
6. Contributing to the production of reports and strategies.
For further information regarding the role please contact Commissioning Support Team Manager Joanne Jones joanne.jones@salford.gov.uk.
We will not be accepting candidates who require a sponsorship for this position.
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