Policy and Governance Officer OCC616260 - Oxford, United Kingdom - OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
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Job details
Salary range: £43,421 - £46,464 per annum
Work location: Blend of home working, County Hall, Oxford OX1 1ND
Please note we are actively looking at our ways of working using everything we have learnt and heard from our people about the organisational and personal benefits of agile working. What you can absolutely expect from working at Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) is that you will have the support to do your job and deliver great results, wherever you are based. Each role at OCC is different and we know the needs of individuals are also varied, and so our approach to where and how often we would like to see you in person will be taken depending on the requirements of the role and in collaboration with you as part of the recruitment process.
Hours per week: 37 - we are open to discussions about flexible working
Contract type: Permanent
Closing date: Wednesday 15th May 2024
Interview date: Thursday 23rd and Friday 24th May 2024
About us
The role of procurement and contract management is to support the Council, and the wider public sector system in Oxfordshire, to deliver effective and consistent services and ensure that products and services purchased from suppliers represent value for money. We drive continuous improvement so we can be even more ambitious for our organisations and communities in the future. This is an exciting time for Procurement professionals in the public sector as we adopt the changes mandated by the government's Transforming Public Procurement programme.
About the role
This role will be at the heart of delivering the Transforming Public Procurement (TPP) agenda in the next 12 months. The postholder is responsible for the continued evolution, development and implementation of Procurement and Contract Management strategies, policies, processes and procedures that are aligned to leading best practice and subject to continuous review and improvement. This includes leading for the Council on the changes resulting from the TPP national programme and ensuring the continued development and incorporation of policies on Social Value and Sustainable procurement, to embed into standard council procurement practice.
Your role will take responsibility for ensuring that these strategies and policies are aligned with the Council's wider policy and governance and that they are supported by operational guidance to inform and coordinate a clear, consistent approach for Officers within the Procurement and Contract Management function as well as wider stakeholders.
About you
You will be a key member of the Procurement and Contract Management Team, reporting to the Head of Category – Corporate and Commercial but working across all categories within the team. A procurement professional with at least 5 years experience in the public sector and CIPS or equivalent accreditation you will have excellent knowledge of public procurement legislation and policy, with good analytical and problem-solving skills.
The role will require joint working with other Council Directorates, Officers, Suppliers, Communities and other Partners, therefore being able to build working relationships and communicate effectively at all levels is essential.
Rewards and benefits
Culture of flexible working
Technology to support agile working where role permits
Up to 33 days holiday p.a. plus bank holidays
Option to 'buy' additional holiday
Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support
Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, with an employer's contribution of up to 19.9%
Enhanced family friendly policies
Local and national discounts for shopping and travel
Great learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development