Purpose
The Provider Services Officer will act as a first point of contact and operational link between NEBDN and accredited Providers.
The Provider Services Officer focuses on the day-to-day operational support, ensuring Providers have what they require to deliver NEBDN accredited qualifications and courses effectively.
They will work closely with the Provider Services Manager to establish, foster and maintain excellent Provider relationships ensuring smooth communications, compliance with accreditation requirements and establishing continued Provider relationships.
They will take responsibility of gathering and collecting data for reporting dashboards, strategies, and external communications to ensure Provider operations runs smoothly.
Collaborative team working with internal teams such as Marketing, Accreditation, Customer Support, Assessment and Awards and Quality Assurance is essential for this role.
Key Responsibilities
* To deputise for the Provider Services Manager where required.
* Maintain regular communication with accredited Providers, answering questions on policies, procedures, assessments and compliance so that all Provider related queries are dealt with to the highest standards of service delivery and are escalated where necessary.
* Escalate complex issues to the Provider Services Manager when required.
* To collect data for internal documents, reports and meetings as directed by the Provider Services Manager.
* Monitor Provider performance data flagging trends and risks.
* Support communication of Provider monitoring, moderation and audit activity to ensure effective communication and information sharing with the Provider and internal NEBDN teams.
* Assist with Provider landscape review, Provider onboarding, Provider updates and accreditation renewals with the aim of increasing and sustaining business revenue.
* Maintain accurate records of Provider information, interactions and compliance status reflecting this in relevant systems and providing data internally to NEBDN departments.
* Gather feedback from Providers and relay this data to Provider Services Manager for dissemination into NEBDN team through relevant meetings.
* Inform, attend and support the coordination of Provider webinars, networking events, training sessions and briefings in collaboration with the Provider Services Manager.
* Provide administrative support for Provider network events.
* Take responsibility for the operational execution of Provider changes in NEBDN developed systems. This includes bespoke portfolio management and in response to Provider regulatory and funding changes.
* To undertake practical tasks to implement the strategy set by the Provider Services Manager.
* Work at pace in line with business objectives and priorities.
* Help identify areas of service improvement.
General Requirements
1. Ensure that all responsibilities are undertaken in an effective and appropriate manner which meet the requirements of NEBDN's standards of performance and conduct.
2. Seek to continuously improve in all aspects of the job role in order that the charity delivers the best possible service.
3. Positively participate in internal/external meetings and training.
4. Positively participate in regular one-to-ones and appraisals.
5. Ensure that all NEBDN's policies and procedures at adhered to at all times.
6. Work in accordance with NEBDN's culture, values, aims and objectives.
7. Act as a positive ambassador for the charity at all times. Represent NEBDN at events to ensure the charity is promoted professionally.
8. Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required from time to time.
9. Acknowledging the need for professional sharing of information with relevant parties, maintain strict confidentiality of information conveyed to them by the Chief Executive Officer, Trustees, beneficiaries, Staff and external organisations.