Co-Production Officer

Job Introduction

We have an opportunity for you to join us as a Co-Production Officer.

We are establishing a new Strategic Commissioning Service, within our Adult Care Directorate and are ambitious about our plans to invest in and advance our approach to innovative, evidenced based commissioning, driving the delivery of positive outcomes for the people of Lincolnshire, in a compliant and efficient way.

To help us achieve this, we are seeking two outstanding officers who can co-ordinate the effective delivery of co-production and engagement activity, to ensure the voices of people with lived experience are embedded within strategic commissioning processes, service design and improvement.

Operating across the adult care directorate, the wider council and the strategic partnership base, our Co-production Officers will ensure that insight is gathered and shared, engagement is facilitated and that commissioned services are designed in a way that is person centred and outcomes focused.

How our team works is just as important to us as what we do and you will be expected to embody the Councils values as together the whole team establishes our new function, embeds new ways of working and fosters a collaborative, supportive, caring and learning culture.

You will be:

A professional in a relevant discipline, such as communication, social policy or commissioning with experience in facilitating and delivering co-production and inclusive engagement activity across Adult Care, health or public services.

Someone with experience of influencing commissioning decisions, service design or transformation, as well as a knowledge and understanding of applying the principles of co-production and strength based approaches in practice.

An officer with knowledge and understanding of the full commissioning cycle, integrated care systems, strategic partnerships across Adult Care and the CQC regulatory assurance framework and governance requirements.

Please refer to the ‘PERSON SPECIFICATION’ in the attached job description for more details on the requirements of the postholder.

Why join us?

Shape the future and make a real difference: You will translate strategic vision into reality, and through supporting the delivery of the end-to-end commissioning cycle, your work will directly contribute to improving lives across Lincolnshire.

Work in a dynamic supportive environment: In joining the Strategic Commissioning Service you can be guaranteed a warm welcome and will be surrounded by a friendly, supportive caring and compassionate team, dedicated to ensuring success.

Know you are at the heart of our organisation: We believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we offer a rewarding package designed to support your work–life balance, health and wellbeing, financial security, and career growth. Find out more about our offer to you here

If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role then please contact Dionne Soonthornsaratoon via email Dionne.Soonthornsaratoon@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Closing date: 04.10.26

Interviews will be held between WC 19.10.26

NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states why you have applied, details your applicable experience and how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description, and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.

Refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your application.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. Please also note: once an application is submitted it is final and cannot be amended. If you withdraw your application, it cannot be reinstated and you will not be able to submit another application for that vacancy. If you have an issue with your submitted application, please contact recruitment@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

Due to recent changes in immigration law in the UK we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the requirements.

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

A Smarter Working Employer

We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.

Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Our values – collaborative, adaptable, eco-conscious, supportive, and responsible – guide everything we do. We’re looking for candidates who share these values and bring them to life in their work, helping us build strong teams and make a real difference in the communities we serve.