Public Health Performance and Commissioning Officer – 05676

Overview

In this role you drive the performance monitoring and commissioning of public health services to improve health outcomes and value for money. You will work with cross‑sector partners across the council, NHS and providers to ensure evidence‑based, high‑quality services. You’ll handle needs analysis, market engagement, procurement support and contract oversight, while tracking impact and financials. This position offers the chance to influence population health strategies and collaborate with experienced public health professionals.

Pay / Benefits

• flexible working where possible
• hybrid working
• training and development opportunities
• UKPHR Public Health Practitioner registration opportunity
• generous Local Government Pension Scheme
• annual leave 29 days (plus holidays) rising after 5 years

Responsibilities

• Lead performance monitoring and commissioning of public health services (e.g., 0-19 Public Health Nursing, Integrated Sexual Health Services, NHS Health Checks, Stop Smoking Services)
• Support the full commissioning cycle: needs analysis, service reviews, market engagement, specification development, procurement support and contract management
• Monitor provider performance, quality and outcomes to demonstrate public health impact and value for money
• Manage financial processes for commissioned services: budget monitoring, forecasting, invoicing and grant assurance
• Produce performance reports and MI for decision-making by Public Health Leadership Team
• Develop relationships with providers, commissioners, NHS partners and neighboring local authorities to enable collaboration and service improvement
• Support contract reviews, procurement planning and medium-term financial planning
• Evaluate the impact of programmes using data and stakeholder feedback to drive continuous improvement

Key requirements

• Degree or equivalent experience
• Qualification in business, accountancy, financial management or equivalent
• UKPHR Registered Public Health Practitioner, or willingness to work towards registration
• Experience in financial management, budget monitoring, invoicing and forecasting
• Experience in local authority, healthcare or public health environment
• Strong understanding of public health principles, health improvement and reducing health inequalities
• Excellent organisational, communication and analytical skills
• Confidence using Microsoft 365 and Excel
• Experience working with a broad range of stakeholders
• Positive, proactive and professional approach with a focus on continuous improvement and customer service

• Organisational skills
• Analytical thinking
• Effective communication
• Microsoft 365
• Excel
• Office applications

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