Head of Adults Commissioning

Interim Head of Commissioning (Adults and Older People)

Based in London, hybrid working

Length: up to 12 months from June/July 2023

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The Head of Commissioning will manage a team of Commissioning Managers and Brokerage officers, reporting to the Director of Commissioning.

Key Responsibilities of the Interim Head of Commissioning (Adults and Older People):

• The Head of Commissioning will manage a team of Commissioning Managers and Brokerage officers, reporting to the Director of Commissioning
• Responsible for the delivery of relevant assurance targets as outlined by NHSE, ICB, LBWF commissioning priorities and the annual Operating Plan
• Restructure and recruitment of the Commissioning function (not limited to Adults Care and Support – will be delivered alongside change in Children’s and Disabilities Commissioning)
• The development and commissioning of a better articulated adults prevention offer in conjunction with Public Health, Operational services, the ‘front door’, the voluntary and community sector and the wider health system
• A revamp of the deployment of our Better Care Fund and how we plan for – and articulate – the impact of this, particularly in relation to Place and NEL ICB
• Redesign and re-procurement of our Homecare and Reablement models
• Development and publication of the next iteration of our Market Position Statement (jointly across Commissioning)
• Develop and deliver our two-year Digital Roadmap
• Prepare for the CQC inspection, particularly the ‘Care Provision’ theme

Skills, experience and knowledge required of the Interim Head of Commissioning (Adults and Older People):

• Looking for a candidate who can demonstrate experience and success Commissioning Services at this level
• Able to provide stable leadership to the service whilst at the same time being comfortable driving improvement, change and innovation at pace
• Deep understanding and experience in working with defined client groups, including the issues affecting service users, carers and families, legislative and policy drivers, good practice and innovation
• Proven experience of successfully developing and managing external partnerships, carrying out effective commercial negotiations and managing provider markets
• Knowledge of the key issues facing local government

To apply for this role or to find out about other jobs, please contact Nicola Gradon or Niki Hercek on the London Local Government Recruitment team on 020 7557 7667 or send your CV to localgov@venngroup.com

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