Senior manager commissioning and market development

Permanent Full Time 1.0 FTE We want Devon to be the best place to grow up, live well and prosper. We want to listen, learn, improve and be curious and inclusive. We are ambitious for Devon and committed to transforming the way we lead and work to improve outcomes for the people of Devon. Our ambition is to ensure people are able to live in a place they call home, with the people and things that they love, in communities that look out for one another, doing the things that matter to them. The Adult Social Care function within Devon County Council is responsible for the commissioning of GBP300million of care services through its contractual arrangements with around 1,200 external private, independent and voluntary sector providers. Future demographic and budget pressures within the authority means that this will be an ever-challenging task with new thinking and solutions needed. The Senior Manager will take strategic leadership responsibility for shaping, developing and ensuring sufficiency of the market through a detailed understanding of the business models of providers, including fee modelling, contracting and procurement expertise. The postholder will have a thorough understanding of commissioning and contracting mechanisms, and a sound knowledge of business models in the independent sector. The role is integral to the Integrated Adult Social Care Leadership Team and interfaces with key strategic stakeholders including NHS partners, independent sector provider organisations and the voluntary and community sector. The postholder will provide leadership for the Integrated Adult Social Care strategic commissioning team, working closely with the wider senior leadership team. The two postholders in this role will jointly lead the integrated adult social care strategic commissioning team, reporting to the Deputy Director of Integrated Adult Social Care Commissioning. Interview Date: 24/05/2024 Please click Apply Now to see further information. * 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. * For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page