Contracts / Commissioning Officer - Local Authority
14 days ago
Sheffield
Contracts Officer – Sexual Health Services • Hourly Pay: £17.18 PAYE, • Location: Sheffield, S1 / Hybrid working Day-to-day of the role: • Support the commissioning, procurement, and contract monitoring of sexual health services, ensuring they align with the strategic objectives of Public Health., • Ensure all contracting and procurement activity complies with Standing Orders, the Procurement Strategy, and relevant national public health regulations., • Prepare, issue, and manage contract documentation and oversee the implementation of effective contract management arrangements., • Assist in managing formal processes to ensure contract compliance and support actions relating to service variation or contract termination when required., • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for procurement and contract activity in line with legal and regulatory requirements., • Undertake monitoring activities, including performance reviews, quality audits, and analysis of service data to ensure services deliver safe and effective outcomes., • Participate in meetings with sexual health service providers and conduct site visits to ensure quality standards, clinical governance, and public health outcomes are met., • Knowledge of government legislation and policy relating to sexual health, public health, and adult health services., • Strong understanding of commissioning, procurement, and contracting processes within health or public sector settings., • Experience in service development, particularly within health services, using a structured project management approach., • Confident IT skills, including the ability to create documents, analyse data, and support financial reporting., • Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills, with the ability to address challenges and achieve positive provider relationships., • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment., • Commitment to equality, inclusion, and understanding the needs of diverse communities accessing sexual health services. To apply for the Contracts Officer – Sexual Health Services position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and your motivation for applying. Ensure your application addresses the skills and criteria outlined above.