Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and driven Senior Project Manager to lead a short-term piece of work for the Executive Director of Nursing, Quality and Integrated Governance around potential procurement of an electronic risk management system.
This role is a full-time role and is offered on a fixed term basis until 31st March 2026, due to funding and nature of the opportunity.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
Essential to this role will be the ability to recognise good systems and processes related to data capture. This work will inform the next steps for the organisation in respect of its maturing risk management framework.
The post holder will work closely with the NQIG Directorate and colleagues across NHS Wales, including key stakeholders and private providers. Experience of formal public procurement procedures would be extremely advantageous to the successful candidate alongside experience and knowledge of engagement best practice.
The post holder will work under the direction of the Head of Risk Management, who has responsibility for risk management at an organisational level.
About us
We are Public Health Wales - the national public health agency in Wales. Our purpose is 'Working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help everyone in Wales live longer, healthier, happier lives. Together with our partners, we work to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.
Our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the leading source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. In a world facing complex health challenges, our work has never been so important.
We are guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values equality and diversity. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and are supportive of flexible working arrangements, including part time roles and job sharing.
To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/careers/
For guidance on the application process, please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
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 on Trac.
This is a hybrid role working in a flexible manner but predominantly working from home. However, meeting attendance will be expected at Public Health Wales sites on a regular basis.
Interviews for the post will be held in the week commencing 11th August 2025.
For further information or to have an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Danielle Gething, Head of Risk Management: Danielle.Gething2@wales.nhs.uk
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 on Trac.
This is a hybrid role working in a flexible manner but predominantly working from home. However, meeting attendance will be expected at Public Health Wales sites on a regular basis.
Interviews for the post will be held in the week commencing 11th August 2025.
For further information or to have an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Danielle Gething, Head of Risk Management: Danielle.Gething2@wales.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 4, Degree or equivalent level of experience.
- Prince 2 practitioner or equivalent level of experience.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of communicating with all levels of professional staff and the public.
- Experience of dealing with confidential and sensitive data and appropriate maintenance and storage of records.
- Experience of operating Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience of producing management information reports.
- Experience of project implementation and monitoring ongoing projects.
- Experience of managing finance systems e.g. budget monitoring.
- Experience of managing, maintaining and developing systems and procedures.
- Experience of implementing administrative policies and procedures.
- Experience of actively tailoring project management methodologies.
Desirable
- Experience of monitoring performance indicators.
- Understanding of project management methodologies.
- Working in an NHS environment.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work on own initiative and self manage workload.
- Able to organise multi-disciplinary meetings and events.
- Excellent management and communication skills and knowledge.
- Analysing information from numerous sources.
- Advanced IT/keyboard Skills.
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh / willingness to learn.
Knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of MS Office Suite.
- Thorough understanding of administrative procedures.
- Thorough understanding of programme office functions.
- Knowledge of filing/data systems including records management.
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of Public Health Wales.
- Advanced Microsoft Project.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Work to deadlines and under pressure.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Work on own initiative.
- Good time-keeping.
- Respect confidentiality.
- Willingness to learn and develop skills.
- Flexible approach to work
Desirable
- Continuing Professional Development.
Other
Essential
- Willingness and ability to travel.
Desirable
- Ability to carry resources.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 4, Degree or equivalent level of experience.
- Prince 2 practitioner or equivalent level of experience.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of communicating with all levels of professional staff and the public.
- Experience of dealing with confidential and sensitive data and appropriate maintenance and storage of records.
- Experience of operating Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience of producing management information reports.
- Experience of project implementation and monitoring ongoing projects.
- Experience of managing finance systems e.g. budget monitoring.
- Experience of managing, maintaining and developing systems and procedures.
- Experience of implementing administrative policies and procedures.
- Experience of actively tailoring project management methodologies.
Desirable
- Experience of monitoring performance indicators.
- Understanding of project management methodologies.
- Working in an NHS environment.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work on own initiative and self manage workload.
- Able to organise multi-disciplinary meetings and events.
- Excellent management and communication skills and knowledge.
- Analysing information from numerous sources.
- Advanced IT/keyboard Skills.
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh / willingness to learn.
Knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of MS Office Suite.
- Thorough understanding of administrative procedures.
- Thorough understanding of programme office functions.
- Knowledge of filing/data systems including records management.
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of Public Health Wales.
- Advanced Microsoft Project.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Work to deadlines and under pressure.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Work on own initiative.
- Good time-keeping.
- Respect confidentiality.
- Willingness to learn and develop skills.
- Flexible approach to work
Desirable
- Continuing Professional Development.
Other
Essential
- Willingness and ability to travel.
Desirable
- Ability to carry resources.
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).
