Job summary
Development and Implementation of the Trust Data and Insight strategy
Provision of high-quality information to support evidence-based decision making and planning
Creating and transitioning to a new target operating model for the combined Data and Insight function and effectively establishing it as a Trust-wide capability
Main duties of the job
Development and Implementation of the Trust Data and Insight strategy
Creating the new target operating model for the combined Data and Insight function and effectively establishing it as a Trust-wide capability
The efficient and effective operation of the combined Data and Insight service for the Trust
Provision of high-quality information to support evidence-based decision making and planning
Supporting the Transforming Cancer Services (TCS) and Blood Service Futures programmes with high insight and modelling
Improving the Trust's Data and Insight capabilities both in the new combined function and throughout the whole Trust to drive data lead/evidence-based decisions
External representation and alignment of Data and Insight activities with National standards, regional working, programmes and services.
About us
Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and ouraward-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.
Formed in 1999, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to provide the key principles of prudent healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.
If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.
Visit our website to find out more https://velindre.nhs.wales/
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters level qualification in a relevant subject or equivalent experience working at a senior level in a mature digital or data and analytics environment.
- Evidence of frequent and continuing professional/leadership development
- Knowledge and expertise of IT/ data architecture and infrastructure
Desirable
- Industry recognised certification, such as Microsoft or British Computer Society
- Experience of operating at Executive / national level.
- Quality improvement and or leadership qualification
- Project or programme management qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of developing a data and analytics approach / strategy for an organisation and successfully implementing it
- Evidence of working across a range of organisations to achieve significant change
- Experience of working at a strategic level within data science / modelling / analytics and delivering insight and improvement
- Experience delivering large complex digital / data transformation agendas
- Significant experience of staff management and staff development at a senior level
- Extensive knowledge of data warehouse design and redesign
- Experience of developing strategic direction and delivery plans, establishing clear work priorities, and ensuring capability to deliver
- An in-depth knowledge of informatics policy - including NHS Information Governance and Data Protection legislation, guidelines, and best practice
- Demonstrable record of delivering service improvement.
- Proven ability to define operational strategy and plans
- Proven budget management experience.
- Detailed knowledge of data standards and data quality techniques and processes
- Experience of mentoring or supervising staff
Desirable
- Experience of agile working practices and methodologies
- Experience of managing projects, using a methodology such as Prince2
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Awareness and understanding of the Trust's purpose and values and of the key objectives set out in the IMTP.
- Proven track record in delivering operational and cultural change.
- Ability to handle detail within strategic plans and make informed decisions and judgements.
- Able to exercise sound judgement and decision-making and demonstrates a willingness to take decisions
- Ability to delegate appropriately.
- Excellent written and oral communication and the ability to give clear directions and explanations.
Desirable
- Welsh Speaker (Level 1) or willingness to work towards
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters level qualification in a relevant subject or equivalent experience working at a senior level in a mature digital or data and analytics environment.
- Evidence of frequent and continuing professional/leadership development
- Knowledge and expertise of IT/ data architecture and infrastructure
Desirable
- Industry recognised certification, such as Microsoft or British Computer Society
- Experience of operating at Executive / national level.
- Quality improvement and or leadership qualification
- Project or programme management qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of developing a data and analytics approach / strategy for an organisation and successfully implementing it
- Evidence of working across a range of organisations to achieve significant change
- Experience of working at a strategic level within data science / modelling / analytics and delivering insight and improvement
- Experience delivering large complex digital / data transformation agendas
- Significant experience of staff management and staff development at a senior level
- Extensive knowledge of data warehouse design and redesign
- Experience of developing strategic direction and delivery plans, establishing clear work priorities, and ensuring capability to deliver
- An in-depth knowledge of informatics policy - including NHS Information Governance and Data Protection legislation, guidelines, and best practice
- Demonstrable record of delivering service improvement.
- Proven ability to define operational strategy and plans
- Proven budget management experience.
- Detailed knowledge of data standards and data quality techniques and processes
- Experience of mentoring or supervising staff
Desirable
- Experience of agile working practices and methodologies
- Experience of managing projects, using a methodology such as Prince2
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Awareness and understanding of the Trust's purpose and values and of the key objectives set out in the IMTP.
- Proven track record in delivering operational and cultural change.
- Ability to handle detail within strategic plans and make informed decisions and judgements.
- Able to exercise sound judgement and decision-making and demonstrates a willingness to take decisions
- Ability to delegate appropriately.
- Excellent written and oral communication and the ability to give clear directions and explanations.
Desirable
- Welsh Speaker (Level 1) or willingness to work towards
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
