Overview
In this role you will shape neighbourhood health commissioning and transformation across the Frailty, Palliative and End of Life Care pathways within the Birmingham, Black Country and Solihull ICS. You will lead strategic planning, stakeholder engagement and service improvement to reduce inequalities and improve outcomes, safety and experience. You will oversee budgets, staff development and cross-system collaboration, deputising for the Head of Programme to drive value and impact. This is a mission-critical position at scale, combining policy insight, analytical rigour and change leadership to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care.
Pay / Benefits
- Supportive and inclusive workplace
- Flexible working
- Opportunities for development
- Ambitious and collaborative culture
- Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
- Disability Confident Employer
Responsibilities
- Develop neighbourhood health strategic commissioning frameworks across portfolio areas
- Engage NHS providers, primary care, local authorities and partner agencies
- Lead and coordinate projects with risks, resources and dependencies
- Provide data analysis to support decision-making and business cases
- Contribute to policy review, best practice, and research/innovation initiatives
- Manage budgets and ensure value for money and governance
- Prepare reports and presentations for senior leaders and boards
- Lead, support and develop staff including performance management
- Deputise for the Head of Programme Frailty and End of Life Care when required
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of healthcare policy and national priorities
Key requirements
- Masters level education or equivalent senior experience
- Experience of planning across short, medium and long-term timeframes
- Experience interpreting national policy and implementing it locally
- Budget management and financial governance knowledge
- Understanding of healthcare policy and engagement implications
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office with intermediate skills
- Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
- Member of relevant professional body
- Driver with access to a car or suitable alternative
- Strategic thinking
- Advanced stakeholder management and relationship building
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- PHM (Population Health Management)
- Analytical data interpretation and presentation
- Contractual/legal knowledge for commissioning
Commissioning Manager - Frailty and Palliative, End of Life Care in Wolverhampton employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
