Public Health Commissioner

The postholder will be required to lead on the procurement delivery of a first-generation contract for a Stop Smoking Service (SSS) that aligns with the Council's objectives of improving the health of the population whilst reducing health inequalities. They will also lead on the procurement of the Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment (PNA) for the 5 Local Authorities of North Central London (Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Haringey and Islington).,

• Responsible for leading the end-to-end procurement process for procuring a first generation SSS for the Council
• Responsible for leading the end-to-end procurement process for procuring a PNA for each NCL Local Authoirity
• To provide effective and timely procurement advice to ensure regulatory compliance with applicable procurement legislation, including the Council's Contract Procedure Rules and adherence to governance processes
• To ensure that the procurement and contract documents are robust and reflect the values of the Council, in line with the Health and Wellbeing Strategy, the Council Plan and the Sustainable and Ethical Procurement Policy
• Carry out appropriate analysis and market research / engagement to ensure that the recommended procurement strategy, evaluation criteria and pricing model is suitable and comprehensive, reflecting the estimated spend, service requirements / deliverables and contract KPIs
• Ensure that all procurement systems are up to date and effectively maintained including, but not limited to the Council's e-tendering system, and other relevant portals
• Support the responses to Freedom of Information requests, Member Enquiries and other information requested related to the SSS as required
• Ability to work flexibly depending upon the requirements and fluctuating demands of the procurement process
• Any other duties reasonably requested by the Client
Essential experience and qualification:
• Demonstrable and relevant knowledge of procurement legislation and processes, including the newly introduced Provider Selection Regime
• Demonstrable and relevant knowledge / adherence of local authority governance processes