Mental Health Commissioning Manager

There is an exciting opportunity to join the Adult’s Commissioning Team as a Commissioning Manager. The role is to manage the Mental Health portfolio which is a priority development area for Peterborough City Council. . The development includes:Employment and training opportunitiesSupporting Health and Social Care pathway developmentMarket development to provide a sound rehabilitative model to maximise independence and control. This covers all aspects of the market. The postholder will work closely with the Learning Disability portfolio holder qnd officers responsible for transition planning, development of education and skills development The Commissioning Manager will manage and deliver the strategic commissioning cycle, from determination of need, planning and reconciliation to the council’s budget planning cycle, to delivery and management of contracts to meet identified need. Managing contracts throughout their term ensuring performance, quality, and value for money. This role will include the commissioning, contract monitoring and quality assurance of services for residents with mental health needs, improving the outcomes of older people and vulnerable adults.If you have: Experience of working in commissioningExperience working with mental health.Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with and engage a wide group of internal and external stakeholders to achieve a common goal Good analytical skills The ability to lead in the development and implementation of quantitative and qualitative national and locally agreed outcomesExcellent project and programme managing skillsBudget monitoring skillsExcellent written and oral communication skills Proficient organisational and planning skills An enthusiastic attitude and an eagerness to learn Are innovative and passionate about making a difference to the lives of older people, vulnerable adults and their families, this could be the role for you. We offer: A salary offered at Grade 13Excellent index-linked, defined benefit pension scheme Outstanding occupational, sick, maternity/paternity and shared parental leave schemes Generous annual leave entitlement Training and development Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We are proud to serve the diverse communities of Peterborough and want our workforce to reflect this diversity, which we believe is beneficial for our employees, the organisation and the communities we serve.