Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an exceptional leader to join Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust as our new Chief Digital and Data Information Officer [CDDIO]. This is an exciting career opportunity for a truly transformational digital leader. The Trust is a vibrant and progressive organisation providing a comprehensive range of acute, emergency, community and planned care across two main hospital sites to a population of over 500,000 across North Kent and South East London. Rated as 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission, with a turnover of £380m we are committed to continuing our journey towards being an outstanding organisation where the quality of our clinical care and patient experience is regarded as best in class for an NHS Trust.
Main duties of the job
We are now seeking an inspirational, innovative, driven and inclusive Chief Digital and Data Information Officer to join our Trust and play an important and influential role, within both the Trust and the wider health care system. You will be joining a Trust, which has a multi-professional workforce of circa 4,000 staff, and you will ensure that the Trust's digital and data transformation strategy is aligned to the Trust's vision to be an outstanding provider of quality care within the region. You will have an exceptional track record and extensive experience of driving digital and data change and transformation, in a complex environment, working closely with stakeholders at Board, Senior Leadership and across the organisation and wider system.
If you are seeking a role that provides the opportunity to influence the digital and data agenda to transform health care outcomes, within the Trust and the wider health care system, then we would like to hear from you. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and committed to improving diversity within our Trust.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a key role within the Trust Leadership Team leading digital and data analytics across Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust. The post holder will be responsible for bringing together, and transforming the Digital, IT and BI & Data Analytics teams. You will have corporate responsibility for the development and implementation of the Trusts digital, technology and data transformation strategy as part of achieving the Trusts vision. This will involve a number of major strategic and operational management priorities for the Trust across both corporate IT and Clinical Systems. You will work closely with stakeholders to develop and implement Trust digital and associated strategies. The post holder will hold the delegated trust wide digital transformation and IT portfolio on behalf of the Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer and be operationally responsible for the Digital, IT and Data Analytics teams.
The post holder will lead the transformation of the Digital, IT and Data Analytics team, to develop and implement the roadmap for transforming digital, IT and data services, that reflects the current and future needs of our patients, the local population, our staff as well as the broader NHS priorities. The role will support the development of our workforce to enable them to confidently and competently exploit digital technologies to enhance both clinical and non-clinical services.
The responsibilities of the post holder will include the development and implementation of the Trusts digital and data transformation programme, major digital projects across the Trust system and will be accountable for leading the Trusts IT and Digital team. The post holder will work alongside the Chief Clinical Information Officer [CCIO] and the Chief Nursing Information Officer [CNIO] to ensure that systems and processes focus on supporting the delivery of safe and effective services to the population of North Kent and Bexley. This will involve Trust wide integration of digital as a core aspect of service provision, fostering the environment to deliver digital and data capability within our workforce, delivering systems that support efficient andcost effective delivery of health services.
The post holder will hold and lead on setting Multi-Million pound budgets for several services including major & critical Trust services including Corporate IT, Clinical Systems Support and Digital Development, Heal
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a key role within the Trust Leadership Team leading digital and data analytics across Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust. The post holder will be responsible for bringing together, and transforming the Digital, IT and BI & Data Analytics teams. You will have corporate responsibility for the development and implementation of the Trusts digital, technology and data transformation strategy as part of achieving the Trusts vision. This will involve a number of major strategic and operational management priorities for the Trust across both corporate IT and Clinical Systems. You will work closely with stakeholders to develop and implement Trust digital and associated strategies. The post holder will hold the delegated trust wide digital transformation and IT portfolio on behalf of the Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer and be operationally responsible for the Digital, IT and Data Analytics teams.
The post holder will lead the transformation of the Digital, IT and Data Analytics team, to develop and implement the roadmap for transforming digital, IT and data services, that reflects the current and future needs of our patients, the local population, our staff as well as the broader NHS priorities. The role will support the development of our workforce to enable them to confidently and competently exploit digital technologies to enhance both clinical and non-clinical services.
The responsibilities of the post holder will include the development and implementation of the Trusts digital and data transformation programme, major digital projects across the Trust system and will be accountable for leading the Trusts IT and Digital team. The post holder will work alongside the Chief Clinical Information Officer [CCIO] and the Chief Nursing Information Officer [CNIO] to ensure that systems and processes focus on supporting the delivery of safe and effective services to the population of North Kent and Bexley. This will involve Trust wide integration of digital as a core aspect of service provision, fostering the environment to deliver digital and data capability within our workforce, delivering systems that support efficient andcost effective delivery of health services.
The post holder will hold and lead on setting Multi-Million pound budgets for several services including major & critical Trust services including Corporate IT, Clinical Systems Support and Digital Development, Heal
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- Master's degree or relevant specialist experience gained over a significant period of time
- Project management qualification preferably PRINCE 2
- Managing Successful Programme's (MSP) Qualification
- Healthcare experience
- Post Graduate Diploma in Management
- IT Service Management Qualification (ITSM/ITIL)
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of Health ICT Strategy across numerous countries
- Knowledge of Problem solving techniques
- Benefits Realisation & Management Techniques
- Practical Knowledge of systems prototyping & rapid development methods.
- Practical knowledge of a range of Acute Clinical Systems including as a minimum PAS, Pathology, Radiology, Theatres, Order Comms, A&E.
- Knowledge of risk management techniques
- Knowledge of national DIGITAL strategy / national DIGITAL developments
- Knowledge of NHS procurement and business case guidelines (POISE, OJUE etc.)
- Knowledge of the use of digital & information systems in the NHS
- Skilled at managing senior stakeholders as a peer
- Subject matter expert in digital transformation, IT, BI and Analytics
- Advanced troubleshooting and analytical skills to enable manipulation of complex data at speed often requiring frequent concentration to investigate problems amongst interruptions requiring immediate response.
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of strategic digital experience in a complex and large organisation
- Extensive experience of developing and implementing a clear and compelling digital strategy, to transform improvements in service delivery
- Extensive experience of driving digital innovation in line with business strategy, including the use of new digital, AI and data analytics tools at scale
- Leadership experience, working at senior management level, working with Boards, Executive and Leadership teams
- Extensive Senior Experience of Digital, IM&T / Business Intelligence and Analytics within a provider setting
- Significant experience of applying Project management methodologies in large Digital projects e.g. Prince II, APM or Agile.
- Extensive and practical experience of Clinical DIGITAL Strategy development underpinned by knowledge and experience gained over an extended
- Significant experience of leading large IT/Business Intelligence teams
- Extensive experience of leading large scale digital programmes, IT and BI transformation including leading sizeable Digital procurement, and developing complex business cases
- Experience of fully integrating digital initiatives with the strategic planning process, including resource allocation
- Significant experience of programme Management in large Digital, Data and IM&T Strategic Programmes
- Experience of supplier and complex contract management in accordance with procurement guidelines
- Implementation and operation of IT Infrastructure, Systems and Services
- Experience of developing and delivering formal complex and at times highly contentious information reports & presentations in atmosphere of proposed major change
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Self-motivated, proactive and able to work autonomously within time constraints.
- A logical approach to problem solving quickly and practically
- Ability of prioritize and manage own workload effectively.
- Ability to maintain good working relationships with people of all levels within and outside the organisations.
- Ability to work collaboratively and co-operatively with managers, colleagues and external agencies
- Proven leadership of successful digital transformation programmes
- Proven track record of change management approaches to enable digital transformation
- Ability to work within a team, both as a team member and as a leader.
- Flexibility and willingness to learn new methods and techniques
- Excellent networking, influencing and negotiation skills
- Ability to cope with and manage high levels of change and innovation
- Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with staff from a variety of backgrounds
- Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to work to tight deadlines
- Ability to work autonomously and prioritise own workload
- Acts as a lead within specialist area
- Ability to understand, evaluate and present highly complex data
- Excellent motivational skills with the ability to build high performing teams
- Ability to challenge orthodoxies and established work patterns in a positive engaging way
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- Master's degree or relevant specialist experience gained over a significant period of time
- Project management qualification preferably PRINCE 2
- Managing Successful Programme's (MSP) Qualification
- Healthcare experience
- Post Graduate Diploma in Management
- IT Service Management Qualification (ITSM/ITIL)
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of Health ICT Strategy across numerous countries
- Knowledge of Problem solving techniques
- Benefits Realisation & Management Techniques
- Practical Knowledge of systems prototyping & rapid development methods.
- Practical knowledge of a range of Acute Clinical Systems including as a minimum PAS, Pathology, Radiology, Theatres, Order Comms, A&E.
- Knowledge of risk management techniques
- Knowledge of national DIGITAL strategy / national DIGITAL developments
- Knowledge of NHS procurement and business case guidelines (POISE, OJUE etc.)
- Knowledge of the use of digital & information systems in the NHS
- Skilled at managing senior stakeholders as a peer
- Subject matter expert in digital transformation, IT, BI and Analytics
- Advanced troubleshooting and analytical skills to enable manipulation of complex data at speed often requiring frequent concentration to investigate problems amongst interruptions requiring immediate response.
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of strategic digital experience in a complex and large organisation
- Extensive experience of developing and implementing a clear and compelling digital strategy, to transform improvements in service delivery
- Extensive experience of driving digital innovation in line with business strategy, including the use of new digital, AI and data analytics tools at scale
- Leadership experience, working at senior management level, working with Boards, Executive and Leadership teams
- Extensive Senior Experience of Digital, IM&T / Business Intelligence and Analytics within a provider setting
- Significant experience of applying Project management methodologies in large Digital projects e.g. Prince II, APM or Agile.
- Extensive and practical experience of Clinical DIGITAL Strategy development underpinned by knowledge and experience gained over an extended
- Significant experience of leading large IT/Business Intelligence teams
- Extensive experience of leading large scale digital programmes, IT and BI transformation including leading sizeable Digital procurement, and developing complex business cases
- Experience of fully integrating digital initiatives with the strategic planning process, including resource allocation
- Significant experience of programme Management in large Digital, Data and IM&T Strategic Programmes
- Experience of supplier and complex contract management in accordance with procurement guidelines
- Implementation and operation of IT Infrastructure, Systems and Services
- Experience of developing and delivering formal complex and at times highly contentious information reports & presentations in atmosphere of proposed major change
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Self-motivated, proactive and able to work autonomously within time constraints.
- A logical approach to problem solving quickly and practically
- Ability of prioritize and manage own workload effectively.
- Ability to maintain good working relationships with people of all levels within and outside the organisations.
- Ability to work collaboratively and co-operatively with managers, colleagues and external agencies
- Proven leadership of successful digital transformation programmes
- Proven track record of change management approaches to enable digital transformation
- Ability to work within a team, both as a team member and as a leader.
- Flexibility and willingness to learn new methods and techniques
- Excellent networking, influencing and negotiation skills
- Ability to cope with and manage high levels of change and innovation
- Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with staff from a variety of backgrounds
- Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to work to tight deadlines
- Ability to work autonomously and prioritise own workload
- Acts as a lead within specialist area
- Ability to understand, evaluate and present highly complex data
- Excellent motivational skills with the ability to build high performing teams
- Ability to challenge orthodoxies and established work patterns in a positive engaging way
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).
