Commissioning Support Officer
- Multiple Locations
- Full Time
- £29,572 - £32,654 per annum
INTERNAL ONLY (DCC Employees Only)
We are looking for a well organised and self-motivated person to join the Commissioning and Contracting Team within the Public Health Directorate to provide administrative and support functions to the Public Health Commissioners. This role will be varied so will suit someone who is flexible and proactive. You will need to have good communication and interpersonal skills. You will also possess excellent administrative and organisational skills to undertake tasks across the full range of commissioning and contracting activities, along with being an experienced loggist/minute taker. This role will give you exposure to and some experience of all aspects of commissioning.
The requirements for this post are:
- the ability to carry out commission and contracting administrative tasks and processes, recognising and adapting to changing priorities. The County Council is required to oversee and approved statutory returns to the Department of Health (and other bodies) and this role is critical in ensuring accurate submissions are made. Keeping contracts and grants documentation and issuing contract variations/extensions and other legal documents where necessary.
- confident in using technology and IT systems, using these to support and produce high quality work across all tasks, able to use MS applications including Outlook, Work, Excel and Teams
- being able to use initiative and work with minimal supervision, frequently working remotely there is the need to be self-motivated with good time managements skills;
- the ability to adapt to changing situations, remaining calm and resilient under pressure
- good interpersonal skills, being able to communicate effectively with a range of people using a variety of means (telephone, email, face to face etc) The post holder is required to work with a wide range of agencies and stakeholders sometimes in complex relationships supporting wider partnerships in which Public Health is one of a number of commissioners.
- team working, supporting colleagues and working together to achieve desired outcomes
- attendance at contract performance meetings and other meetings to support stakeholder groups/other groups to whom Public Health is accountable and ensure/keep action log notes.
The role is based at County Hall in Exeter but there are hybrid working arrangements.
Interview Date: w/c 31st March 2025
For more information or to discuss the role, please contact Louise Angrave at Louise.Angrave@devon.gov.uk
Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply.
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- DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages.
- Happy to Talk Flexible Working - The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.
- We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
- This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
- Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice.
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- We cannot consider visa sponsorship at this time. UK Right to Work is required. For further guidance on right to work in the UK, please visit: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
- This role requires a DBS disclosure.
Reference: REQ007591
Job Details
- OrganisationDevon County Council
- Work LocationExeterDevonHybrid
- Work Postcode
EX2 4QD
- Reference
REQ007591
- Occupational GroupAdministrative, Secretarial & Office Support
- Salary Details
£29,572 - £32,654 per annum
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypeFull Time
- Hours
37 hours per week
- Closing Date
23/03/2025
- DBS Check Required
Yes