Commissioner - Sexual & Relationship Health
£59,298 - £62,574 per annum

The Commissioner post is full-time and permanent. The role will require leading the commissioning and performance management of public health services related to sexual and relationship health and the promotion of wellbeing.

The post holder will primarily have responsibility for management of the Sexual Health & HIV ‘Shared Service’ commissioning function on behalf of local authorities across northeast London. Support for some areas of the Healthier Lives commissioning portfolio may also form part of the role.

The post holder will utilise data from a range of sources to develop and implement strategies and plans in support of shared goals across statutory and non-statutory partners.

The post holder will ensure that senior management teams, Council members and Shared Service partners are provided with high-level policy advice and information on which to make strategic commissioning decisions, including use of resources.

The post will be managed by the Senior Commissioner for Public Health.

The role is based at Newham Council’s Dockside office 2-3 days per week and the holder can work from home the remainder of the week.

About You

This is an exciting post with the expectation of fast-paced delivery and an adaptable approach on the part of the post holder.

Candidates must have:

Excellent knowledge and understanding of commissioning, with demonstrable commissioning experience.
Experience of managing contracts within health and/or local authority environment.
Experience of utilising programme/project management principles and structures.
Knowledge and experience of analysing data to develop and improve service performance.
Expert knowledge of Public Health and the service areas commissioned as part of the Public Health Grant (prescribed and non-prescribed functions)
Excellent organisational, prioritisation and time-management skills.
The curiosity and determination to improve the health and wellbeing outcomes for Newham residents.

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Closing date 15.11.26

Additional Information

We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us.

The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role.

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