Job summary
Closing date - 8th Dec
Shortlisting - 9th Dec
Interviews - 17th Dec
The role forms part of
the Contracting and Procurement team which encompasses both the management and
facilitation of partner relationships as well as the transactional activities
required by the contracting and procurement/provider selection process.
The role is required to
work flexible across the 5 places in West Yorkshire and an office base will be
agreed with the individual.
Main duties of the job
The
Senior Contract Manager is responsible for the negotiation, management and
delivery of an aligned portfolio of contracts with NHS and Non-NHS providers
delivering services for the population of West Yorkshire. The post holder
will ensure that robust contract and performance management is in place to
support the delivery of the ICB strategic priorities.
The
role will be required to build relationships with stakeholders ensuring they
are appropriately involved in the shaping of the commissioning intentions,
management of contracts, and that there are mechanisms in place to understand
local ICB concerns and issues and ensure that feedback is provided on these.
The
senior contracts manager will have responsibility for ensuring day to day
issues relating to ICB contracts are resolved quickly and effectively.
There
are two roles:
One
will be part of the acute and independent sector portfolio team, with
responsibility for NHS acute provider contracts, as well as Non-NHS
Independent Sector contracts.
About us
NHS
West Yorkshire ICB is responsible for improving population health and reducing
inequalities to meet the diverse health needs of its population and is part of
the West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership which includes organisations,
local councils, health and care providers and voluntary, community and social
enterprise organisations.
We
are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity,
viewing it as a key strength aligned with our mission and values. We believe
diverse ideas and backgrounds enhance creativity and improve patient outcomes.
We are committed to creating a supportive workplace where
contributions are valued, wellbeing is prioritised, and colleagues can reach
their full potential. We welcome applications from all areas of the community,
who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of their protected
characteristics.
We operate a Carer friendly working environment, encouraging
Carers to self-identify themselves and offer a working Carer passport.As a Mindful Employer, we are positive and
enabling towards all employees and job applicants with a mental health
condition.As a Disability
Confident Employer, wecommit to shortlisting suitable
applicants who meet the essential criteria for an interview. Please inform us
of any adjustments you may require.
We reserve the right to
close this job advert early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holders will be required to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, provide advice, expertise and specialist interpretation of contractual arrangements and related policies to meet relevant objectives.
The acute and IS portfolio requires the post holder to have excellent analytical skills and an understanding of the NHS national tariff system enabling them to interpret and present regular statistical reports and information to various forums.
The urgent and emergency care and non-healthcare portfolio requires the post holder to have excellent planning and leadership skills, as the job will involve ensuring that both healthcare and non-healthcare contracts are well-managed and adhere to set regulations. A keen attention to detail and being able to manage staff working to numerous, differing deadlines will be advantageous.
Specialist knowledge of NHS contracting processes as well as procurement and provider selection processes are a key requirement of both roles.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holders will be required to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, provide advice, expertise and specialist interpretation of contractual arrangements and related policies to meet relevant objectives.
The acute and IS portfolio requires the post holder to have excellent analytical skills and an understanding of the NHS national tariff system enabling them to interpret and present regular statistical reports and information to various forums.
The urgent and emergency care and non-healthcare portfolio requires the post holder to have excellent planning and leadership skills, as the job will involve ensuring that both healthcare and non-healthcare contracts are well-managed and adhere to set regulations. A keen attention to detail and being able to manage staff working to numerous, differing deadlines will be advantageous.
Specialist knowledge of NHS contracting processes as well as procurement and provider selection processes are a key requirement of both roles.
Person Specification
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Leadership and team building skills
- Negotiating, persuading and interpersonal skills
- Must be able to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive, or contentious information; negotiate with senior stakeholders on difficult and controversial issues and present complex and sensitive in
- Has a responsive, solution focused approach to addressing issues and barriers.
- Committed to putting in extra effort to achieve important goals and manage a large diverse workload
- Highly resilient with the ability to cope under pressure
Qualifications
Essential
- Education to masters level or equivalent level of experience of working at a senior level in specialist area.
Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive experience of using data and information to understand issues and to formulate recommendations and decisions
- Significant experience of working across organisational boundaries, and negotiation with other organisations
- Experience and knowledge of contract management techniques
- Demonstrable experience of working in a management role within a contracting function
- Experience of handling, analysing, processing and presenting complex information
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of NHS contracting processes e.g. contract validation, National Tariff Payment System, negotiation, performance requirements.
- Expert understanding of the commissioning cycle and the contract management process
Person Specification
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Leadership and team building skills
- Negotiating, persuading and interpersonal skills
- Must be able to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive, or contentious information; negotiate with senior stakeholders on difficult and controversial issues and present complex and sensitive in
- Has a responsive, solution focused approach to addressing issues and barriers.
- Committed to putting in extra effort to achieve important goals and manage a large diverse workload
- Highly resilient with the ability to cope under pressure
Qualifications
Essential
- Education to masters level or equivalent level of experience of working at a senior level in specialist area.
Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive experience of using data and information to understand issues and to formulate recommendations and decisions
- Significant experience of working across organisational boundaries, and negotiation with other organisations
- Experience and knowledge of contract management techniques
- Demonstrable experience of working in a management role within a contracting function
- Experience of handling, analysing, processing and presenting complex information
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of NHS contracting processes e.g. contract validation, National Tariff Payment System, negotiation, performance requirements.
- Expert understanding of the commissioning cycle and the contract management process
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
