Job Opportunity: Commissioning Officer (International Recruitment Project)
Location: Sheffield City Council / Hybrid
Contract: Fixed-term until July 2026
Grade: 9
Contact: John Chamberlain – john.chamberlain@sheffield.gov.uk
About the Role
Sheffield City Council is seeking a proactive and experienced Commissioning Officer to support the delivery of the Yorkshire and Humber International Recruitment (YHIR) Project. This fixed-term post, running until July 2026, will play a key role in developing and embedding a regional model for ethical international recruitment across Sheffield and South Yorkshire.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a high-profile initiative that supports displaced international care workers and strengthens the adult social care workforce.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate project activity to support the development and delivery of the international recruitment model across South Yorkshire.
- Collaborate closely with the Workforce Development Manager and the ADASS programme team to design and implement support mechanisms for displaced international care workers.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with care providers to promote ethical, sustainable recruitment practices and ensure alignment with national guidance.
- Support local authorities across South Yorkshire in shaping and implementing the regional recruitment model, ensuring consistency and shared learning.
- Monitor, evaluate, and report on project progress, outcomes, and risks to senior leadership teams (SLT/DLT) and regional stakeholders.
- Contribute to strategic planning and policy development related to international recruitment and long-term workforce sustainability.
- Undertake additional duties as required to ensure the successful delivery of the project.
About You
- Experience in commissioning, project management, or service development, ideally within health or social care.
- A strong understanding of local government and commissioning processes.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- The ability to manage complex workloads and deliver results to tight deadlines.
- Confidence in using IT tools for analysis, reporting, and presentation.
- A creative and solution-focused approach to problem-solving.
Our Values
- We put people at the heart of what we do.
- We value openness, honesty, and collaboration.
- Together, we get things done.
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a nationally significant initiative that supports ethical international recruitment and improves outcomes for care workers and providers across the region. You’ll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team committed to making a real difference.
Interested?
To find out more or express your interest, please contact:
John Chamberlain
Workforce Development Manager
john.chamberlain@sheffield.gov.uk