Commissioning Officer

Job Description

Commissioning Officer

Location:

Gloucester
Rate: £19.32 per hour

Contract:

Long-term temporary assignment

Hours:

Full-time
Security:
Ideally hold a DBS or be willing to obtain one

We are recruiting a Commissioning Officer to support commissioning managers, lead commissioners, and outcome managers in delivering effective, value-for-money services across council outcome areas.

• Support commissioning and procurement activities to meet customer and service needs
• Assist with market research, analysis, and evidence gathering to inform decisions
• Support stakeholder and customer engagement activities
• Undertake contract monitoring with providers
• Draft specifications in line with commissioning and procurement guidance
• Contribute to project work, reporting, risk assessment, and performance monitoring

The role will also involve leading lower-risk commissioning exercises and supporting more complex or higher-risk projects.

• Experience working in a commissioning environment (public sector preferred)
• Experience supporting procurement, commissioning, or contract management activity
• Strong analytical, report writing, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Understanding of public sector policy, legislation, and partnership working
• Ability...