Job description

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.