Job summary
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for exceptional Programme Managers to support the design and implementation of these programmes and to deliver real benefits to our patients in SEL.
You will have:
Experience: A track record of managing projects in complex, politically sensitive healthcare environments.
Skill: High-level analytical ability to interpret complex data and the ability to communicate with a wide range of key stakeholders, including clinical and operational teams, patients, and other system partners.
Mindset: Tenacity, autonomy, and a genuine commitment to collaborative working
Why join us?
We can offer flexibility tosuityour skillsand interests and yourcareer developmentaspirations - we have both substantive and secondment opportunities at Band 8A. We are a dynamic and supportive team, committed tobuilding individuals' skills and experience in challenging but enjoyable system leadership roles.
We welcome applications from high achieving candidate that would like the opportunity toinfluence transformation and innovation in acute services inSEL.
Main duties of the job
The Programme Manager will provide high-quality programme and project management support across the South East London Acute Provider Collaborative (APC) Networks and Programmes, working closely with clinical, operational, corporate and system partners across the three acute Trusts. The role exists to support the delivery of agreed APC priorities by coordinating complex workstreams, strengthening governance and reporting, and enabling effective collaboration across organisations. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring programmes are well planned and being implemented, risks and issues are proactively managed, and progress is clearly communicated, contributing to improved patient outcomes, equity of access, system performance, and the effective use of shared resources across South East London.
The Programme Manager role will work across a set of networks/programmes aligned to APC priorities and programme requirements.
About us
The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role will include, but is not limited to, the following duties and responsibilities, acting at a senior level across the SEL system:
Support the Network/Programme Lead(s) to develop and implement a standardised work approach to managing change.
Ensure this is reviewed regularly in line with programme and project management best practice.
Have overall responsibility for the successful delivery of several projects across multiple networks and/or programmes, for the full lifecycle from initiation to closure.
Ensure that all projects are supported by an appropriate governance structure. Delivering regular reports to APC Groups and Boards, escalating risks, issues, and exceptions.
Monitor the progress of the projects against the programme/project plan, ensuring where necessary the programme/projects can adapt to changing requirements and that plans are adjusted accordingly so that the deliverables are on time, to specified quality and within budget.
Analyse and evaluate the many diverse and conflicting issues associated with the completion of the programme and decide how resources are to be used. To be responsible for developing and tracking the progress of programme/project plans, including resource planning.
Distilling complex qualitative and quantitative data sets into concise, easy to understand information for network and programme teams, allowing them to make decisions based on this.
Identify and manage risks and issues associated with the projects, including the development and implementation of contingency plans. Where necessary, progress the escalation of project risks and issues which have been identified.
Ensure that appropriate plans, documentation, and procedures are in place when transitioning from the development project to business as usual.
Support the alignment and development of organisational; operational; clinical and workforce policies as a key enabler of effective integration.
Provide effective communications to update stakeholders on programme/project progress.
Deputise for the Network/Programme Lead(s) as required, expanding on knowledge, skills and experience within personal professional development.
Link with managers and members of other functions, to address inter-dependencies and ensure alignment in approach.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role will include, but is not limited to, the following duties and responsibilities, acting at a senior level across the SEL system:
Support the Network/Programme Lead(s) to develop and implement a standardised work approach to managing change.
Ensure this is reviewed regularly in line with programme and project management best practice.
Have overall responsibility for the successful delivery of several projects across multiple networks and/or programmes, for the full lifecycle from initiation to closure.
Ensure that all projects are supported by an appropriate governance structure. Delivering regular reports to APC Groups and Boards, escalating risks, issues, and exceptions.
Monitor the progress of the projects against the programme/project plan, ensuring where necessary the programme/projects can adapt to changing requirements and that plans are adjusted accordingly so that the deliverables are on time, to specified quality and within budget.
Analyse and evaluate the many diverse and conflicting issues associated with the completion of the programme and decide how resources are to be used. To be responsible for developing and tracking the progress of programme/project plans, including resource planning.
Distilling complex qualitative and quantitative data sets into concise, easy to understand information for network and programme teams, allowing them to make decisions based on this.
Identify and manage risks and issues associated with the projects, including the development and implementation of contingency plans. Where necessary, progress the escalation of project risks and issues which have been identified.
Ensure that appropriate plans, documentation, and procedures are in place when transitioning from the development project to business as usual.
Support the alignment and development of organisational; operational; clinical and workforce policies as a key enabler of effective integration.
Provide effective communications to update stakeholders on programme/project progress.
Deputise for the Network/Programme Lead(s) as required, expanding on knowledge, skills and experience within personal professional development.
Link with managers and members of other functions, to address inter-dependencies and ensure alignment in approach.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to masters level or equivalent level of experience of working at a senior level in specialist area.
- Qualification in Project Management or equivalent demonstrable relevant experience
- Evidence of continued professional development
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrated experience of managing and coordinating projects in complex and challenging environments
- Significant experience of successfully operating in a politically sensitive environment
- Experience of managing risks and reporting
Desirable
- Experience of supporting or delivering business cases
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills and able to organise and motivate a range of stakeholders including patients
- Ability to analyse very complex issues where material is conflicting and drawn from multiple sources
- Numerate, with excellent analytical skills including ability to use Excel to analyse and present complex quantitative data
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to masters level or equivalent level of experience of working at a senior level in specialist area.
- Qualification in Project Management or equivalent demonstrable relevant experience
- Evidence of continued professional development
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrated experience of managing and coordinating projects in complex and challenging environments
- Significant experience of successfully operating in a politically sensitive environment
- Experience of managing risks and reporting
Desirable
- Experience of supporting or delivering business cases
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills and able to organise and motivate a range of stakeholders including patients
- Ability to analyse very complex issues where material is conflicting and drawn from multiple sources
- Numerate, with excellent analytical skills including ability to use Excel to analyse and present complex quantitative data
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).
