Job summary
The Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) team are seeking to appoint a Programme Delivery Manager to support the delivery of a new programme in embedding equity and inclusion.
This is a new role funded through GSTT charity and Foundation to establish and lead a Programme Management function which supports delivery and oversight of the EDI programme and key project areas including: inclusive recruitment, anti racism, learning and development, staff network development and policy review . Working closely with key stakeholders and experts to formulate a comprehensive programme of activity, milestones and governance.
Main duties of the job
Main job functions and responsibilities are within the areas of:
- Programme and project management, including establishing a robust Programme Management function and supporting processes to facilitate effective delivery of the business plan and transformation programmes.
- Leading on reporting processes and submission of assurance reporting.
- Leading on specific projects as agreed with the senior management team, drawing on service improvement and project management skills.
- Overseeing business support functions.
- working closely with key stakeholders and experts in the areas.
- creating robust governance processes and clear metrics .
For further detail please see job description.
We are looking ideally for candidates with experience of working in Programme Management with experience of facilitating and managing programmes and transformational change within large organisations, knowledge and experience of applying project management and improvement methodologies, and good problem-solving skills.
About us
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust is a large acute teaching hospital. You will be based within the EDI team however you will work closely with all the People Directorates including recruitment, talent, leadership and development.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Programme/Project Management
- Responsible for the development, delivery and implementation of the EDI programmes including building support from stakeholders, experts, boards, senior managers,
- Coordinate all projects and programmes to ensure implementation of the projects and report on progress to the Programme Board and other governance structures as appropriate.
- Develop and lead the Programme Management function of the programme, including polices, guidelines and procedures and ensure they are adhered to.
- Develop recommendations; gain support, implement and performance manage services relevant to the implementation of the projects ensuring best value and an outcome-based approach.
- Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with all stakeholders, internal and external to ensure the projects are implemented effectively and efficiently.
- Responsible for improvement, performance management and evaluation of the projects through reporting against programme and the strategic and operational plans.
- Lead service improvement initiatives as needed by developing proposals for service improvement and pathways with other projects that are undertaking this work.
- Build support up in wider team and across programme managing complex mix of senior stakeholders, developing approaches to ensuring that senior leaders are informed, engaged and involved as appropriate in the development and delivery of the programmes.
- Responsible for identifying opportunities for the work jointly with stakeholders across industry, academia, the NHS, third sector and in the UK.
- Develop and deliver training programmes in project and programme management methodologies for a wide variety of stakeholders.
- Use service improvement methods within the project and programme plans, and ensure appropriate monitoring arrangements are in place
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Programme/Project Management
- Responsible for the development, delivery and implementation of the EDI programmes including building support from stakeholders, experts, boards, senior managers,
- Coordinate all projects and programmes to ensure implementation of the projects and report on progress to the Programme Board and other governance structures as appropriate.
- Develop and lead the Programme Management function of the programme, including polices, guidelines and procedures and ensure they are adhered to.
- Develop recommendations; gain support, implement and performance manage services relevant to the implementation of the projects ensuring best value and an outcome-based approach.
- Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with all stakeholders, internal and external to ensure the projects are implemented effectively and efficiently.
- Responsible for improvement, performance management and evaluation of the projects through reporting against programme and the strategic and operational plans.
- Lead service improvement initiatives as needed by developing proposals for service improvement and pathways with other projects that are undertaking this work.
- Build support up in wider team and across programme managing complex mix of senior stakeholders, developing approaches to ensuring that senior leaders are informed, engaged and involved as appropriate in the development and delivery of the programmes.
- Responsible for identifying opportunities for the work jointly with stakeholders across industry, academia, the NHS, third sector and in the UK.
- Develop and deliver training programmes in project and programme management methodologies for a wide variety of stakeholders.
- Use service improvement methods within the project and programme plans, and ensure appropriate monitoring arrangements are in place
Person Specification
Qualification and Training
Essential
- Evidence of Masters degree or other postgraduate qualifications or equivalent by virtue of experience
- Project management qualification (such as PRINCE2)
Previous experience
Essential
- Extensive practical experience in project management work and in planning and performance reporting across a complex environment
- Experience of managing and co-ordinating a range of technical projects, including financial management, resource management, work allocation and management of 3rd party supplies in a complex organisation
- Used to working in a PRINCE2 environment
- Previous experience in the NHS, preferably a large Acute, Primary Care or Mental Health Setting
Skills/Knowledge/Ability
Essential
- Knowledge and experience of completing and actioning Project Briefs, Project Initiation Documents (PIDs), Project Implementation Plans, Highlight Reports, Exception Reports, Risk Logs, and Project Closure Reports.
- Strong general management skills in communication, team working and negotiation.
- Knowledge and experience of using and applying project management methodologies and continuous improvement techniques including Lean and patient flow, the productive series, pathway process redesign and PDSA cycles.
- Able to prioritise significant workloads and resource them in response to changing demands and requirements
- A proven ability to manage data and information effectively within a service improvement environment. Excellent communication and report writing skills
- Experience of working with and influencing senior management and clinicians.
- Experience of managing and monitoring financial resources and delivering projects within budget.
- Experience of problem solving and supporting others to develop this skill. Ability to motivate a team in a rapidly changing environment
- Sound analytical skills, including risk assessment and assurance framework.
Person Specification
Qualification and Training
Essential
- Evidence of Masters degree or other postgraduate qualifications or equivalent by virtue of experience
- Project management qualification (such as PRINCE2)
Previous experience
Essential
- Extensive practical experience in project management work and in planning and performance reporting across a complex environment
- Experience of managing and co-ordinating a range of technical projects, including financial management, resource management, work allocation and management of 3rd party supplies in a complex organisation
- Used to working in a PRINCE2 environment
- Previous experience in the NHS, preferably a large Acute, Primary Care or Mental Health Setting
Skills/Knowledge/Ability
Essential
- Knowledge and experience of completing and actioning Project Briefs, Project Initiation Documents (PIDs), Project Implementation Plans, Highlight Reports, Exception Reports, Risk Logs, and Project Closure Reports.
- Strong general management skills in communication, team working and negotiation.
- Knowledge and experience of using and applying project management methodologies and continuous improvement techniques including Lean and patient flow, the productive series, pathway process redesign and PDSA cycles.
- Able to prioritise significant workloads and resource them in response to changing demands and requirements
- A proven ability to manage data and information effectively within a service improvement environment. Excellent communication and report writing skills
- Experience of working with and influencing senior management and clinicians.
- Experience of managing and monitoring financial resources and delivering projects within budget.
- Experience of problem solving and supporting others to develop this skill. Ability to motivate a team in a rapidly changing environment
- Sound analytical skills, including risk assessment and assurance framework.
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.
